Crop Protection

resilience while minimizing adverse effects on ecosystems and human well-being. Biological crop protection relies on nature's own mechanisms to control pests [...] more Advantages of biological crop protection Easy to use and integrate Biocontrol agents can be integrated into existing farming practices and complement [...] beneficial nematodes can be tank mixed with other crop protection solutions. No chemical residues Biologicals leave little to no residues on crops. This enhances

Swirski-Mite Plus

mites Dosage The dosage of Swirski-Mite Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the [...] (64°F). A. swirskii is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with Orius spp. and whitefly parasitoids. Do not combine with

Swirski-Mite LD

mites Dosage The dosage of Swirski-Mite LD depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 5-6 weeks if the [...] Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with Orius spp. and whitefly parasitoids. Do not combine with

Spical-Plus

predatory mites Dosage The dosage of Spical-Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the [...] (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with Phytoseiulus persimilis and Feltiella acarisuga. Storage

Ervipar

a few days Dosage The dosage of Ervipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] and 77°F). Not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, like for instance [...] Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-2 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult

Aphipar

a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy [...] 77°F). Effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, like for instance

Enermix

Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at weekly intervals or until control is achieved. Depending on the specific situation, it may be better to [...] sunlight Dosage The dosage of Enermix depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start i [...] eremicus is still active at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Enermix is best to be used in combination with generalist predatory mites ( Amblyseius

Miglyphus

evening Dosage The dosage of Miglyphus depends on climate, crop and leaf miner density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start [...] Combined use Can be combined with Minusa. Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for [...] mine (but outside the leaf miner), using the dead larvae as food. Adult females also kill young leaf miner larvae by using them as a food source. This is known

Phytoseiulus persimilis

Spidex Vital Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Release should be repeated biweekly if [...] Can also be applied with (Mini)-Air(o)bug The dosage of Spidex, Spidex Vital depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted [...] before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the in

Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

possible after being stung, the person should take an anti-inflammatory (such as aspirin or ibuprofen). Cold compresses should also be applied to the site [...] emergency medical treatment on the poster. This information is intended as an education resource only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating [...] chance of being stung by a bumblebee can be reduced by avoiding provoking them or making them aggressive. First of all, it is important to be calm when