Crop Monitoring and Scouting

involves a close inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests, diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification and prompt action [...] detection. Identifying pests and diseases early allows for targeted control measures, reducing the need for excessive pesticide use. This not only reduces costs [...] scout observations by mobile phone manually or use the scanner for Horiver sticky cards for automatic detection of pests. The dashboard provides you with

La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

have seen the impact reflected in a safe environment for the worker and a better quality of fruit for export, since it is produced in safer conditions." [...] market and the production costs. For this reason, the increased harvest cycle, better fruit quality and a safe environment for workers contribute significantly [...] destinations for this important solanaceae. This context shows us the high value of this crop and the importance of producing quality fruits for export. If

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

to prepare for this new phase of sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example, Koen is an inspiration for others striving for more sustainable [...] reduction of chemical methods paves the way for organic alternatives that can complement traditional farming practices. For him, it is clear that chemical-free [...] number of biological crop protection products, he also sees opportunities for traditional methods to evolve. Moreover, consumers are becoming increasingly

Flies

The lesions caused by feeding larvae provide invasion routes for various pathogenic fungi, for instance Fusarium sp. And Botrytis sp. Adults can also spread [...] where it is causing serious damage to many soft fruit crops. Find solutions for flies in your crop Fly damage Flies can cause damage to crops both directly [...] particularly of young cuttings, can be retarded. Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Fly damage Fly species Fly control videos Take a look at the video

A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

organic agriculture For Lukas Locher, the experiences gained from using beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic farming [...] challenges, there have been significant successes. Lukas recognizes the need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance [...] from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving process. Beneficial insects for hop cultivation Lukas emphasizes the important role of beneficial insects

Plant Disease Management

appearance. Look for any unusual signs, such as yellowing leaves, wilting, unusual growth patterns, spots, or lesions. Early detection allows for swift intervention [...] the use of disease-resistant plant varieties. Opt for plant varieties that have been specifically bred for disease resistance. These varieties are inherently [...] and viruses, can wreak havoc on agricultural crops and ornamental plants. For successful biological disease control, it's vital to understand how host plants

Integrated Pest Management

This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of pests and diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification and prompt action [...] pesticides. Integrated Pest Management is a dynamic and multifaceted strategy for pest control. It combines biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools [...] Management in agriculture Integrated Pest Management in agriculture is crucial for sustainable farming. It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which

Cottony soft rot

fungus also infects seeds and tubers, thereby creating a source of infection for the next crop. The dispersal to neighbouring plants is by mycelial growth

Apple

is best known for the apple, the tree’s usually sweet and pomaceous fruit. Apples originate from Asia and Europe and were grown there for thousands of years [...] The deciduous apple tree belongs to the rose family and is now cultivated for its fruit all over the world. It is the most common cultivated species of

Mushroom

are also commercially available as growers and breeders search for new and unique tastes for the market. [...] farms. The most popular of these, Agaricus bisporus , is considered safe for most people to eat because it is grown in controlled, sterilized environments