Loose smut of barley

emergence. The first sign of infection is the appearance of a smutted ear. Instead of normal tissue, the ear contains a mass of olive-brown smut spores. [...] within a day and infect the inner tissues of the newly infected seed. During maturation of the seed, the mycelium becomes thick-walled and swollen as a dormant [...] nuda f.sp. hordei) Loose smut of barley General Ustilago nuda f.sp. hordei affects barley and can destroy a large proportion of the crop. It is also known

Loose smut of wheat

emergence. The first sign of infection is the appearance of a smutted ear. Instead of normal tissue, the ear contains a mass of olive-brown smut spores. [...] within a day and infect the inner tissues of the newly infected seed. During maturation of the seed, the mycelium becomes thick-walled and swollen as a dormant [...] also known as loose wheat smut, or loose smut of wheat. Life cycle and appearance of Loose smut of wheat The seeds are infected during flowering and the

Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

to the site. In addition, a number of anti-itch ointments are available (e.g. containing diethyl-m-toluamide). In the rare case of a sting in the mouth or [...] cold shivers) Treating an allergic reaction In the event of a fever occurring or a grade 1 reaction, contact a GP. The decision can be made to keep an eye [...] Bumblebees are found in the natural environment in many countries. In addition, bumblebees and honeybees are used as pollinators in agricultural and ho

Black root rot of cucurbits

may kill the plants. In case of a less severe infection, the vines may wilt at a late stage of the crop, but when water supply is in any way limited during [...] cycle and appearance of Black root rot of cucurbits Phomopsis sclerotioides survives in the soil and is a strong saprophytic competitor, which means it can [...] disease is usually restricted to a few of the roots but in severe cases all roots may be infected. At the final stage of the disease, only vascular tissue

Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

store a proportion of the growing plants. In the end, everything more or less turned out fine – the plants in 12 cm pots were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer [...] sprays a product of natural origin, such as Mycotal, twice a year, in the spring and in the autumn. Wim van der Meer explains, ‘Koppert is involved in a trial [...] insect netting at a good rate over a longer period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is

Root and crown rot of strawberry

New diseases in strawberry have been ascribed to Pestalotiopsis clavispora in the case of root and crown rot (of strawberry), first found in The Netherlands [...] Netherlands, and Pestalotiopsis longisetula in the case of leaf spots, such as leaf spot of strawberry and fruit rot reported mainly from Brazil. The genus is [...] appearance of Root and crown rot of strawberry Not much is known about the life cycle. The fungus produces ascospores and conidia, but their role in the epidemic

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops such [...] maintained a close relationship that has allowed them to go one step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number [...] number of pests such as thrips , brown spiders, crystalline spiders, worms and ants, as well as root diseases that cause a reduction in the yield of avocado

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires [...] grow alongside Koppert in the development and application of biological crop protection.| The future Koen's vision of the future of agriculture is hopeful [...] organic farming was miles ahead in terms of sustainability and environmental friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will

Tutasan

to the trap where they get trapped in the water. Trapping males reduces the amount of eggs laid by females who fail to mate. Presentation One trap. Preparation [...] Place the traps on the soil or substrate Maintain a distance of 15-20 metre between traps A continuous water supply is needed to ensure that the trap works [...] indicated If possible connect the trap to a dripper and make sure the water drips properly into the trap Add a small quantity of vegetable oil or liquid soap

Lurem-TR

release of the kairomone. Application Hang the dispenser next to the sticky trap Place the sticky trap and dispenser just above (max. 30 cm) the top of the [...] Lurem-TR increases the attraction of thrips to blue and yellow sticky traps and thus ensures earlier discovery of the pest. Pests Several thrips species [...] occidentalis and Thrips tabaci . Crops Protected crops. Mode of action Lurem contains a kairomone, which is slowly released from the dispenser once opened