• Wheat bunt

  Tilletia tritici and Tilletia laevis survive as teliospores in the soil or on seed. These teliospores germinate in response to moisture and form basidiospores [...] kernels, which in turn become a source of disease in the next season. Infection is strongly correlated to temperature and precipitation in the first 11 days [...] General Tilletia tritici and Tilletia laevis only differ in one gene and easily hybridize. There is debate whether they should indeed be considered separate

• Mealybugs and scales

  photosynthesis and therefore the yield. Where flowers and fruit are concerned, these often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to [...] mealybugs and soft scales also produce honeydew (on which moulds grow) resulting in considerable damage in ornamental and fruit crops and loss of value [...] beetles and lacewings help reduce mealybug and scale populations by attacking both larvae and adults. Pheromone traps support early detection and population

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are [...] healthy and continue to thrive. Digital scouting apps In the digital age, scouting is aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time [...] insights into the health and growth of their crops, enabling them to take proactive measures and optimize their yield. Crop monitoring and scouting is the systematic

• Spider mites and other mites

  spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells and causing leaf [...] the leaf, and eventually the whole plant may die. The nymphs and adults also produce webs, and plants can be completely covered with such webs in which the [...] mite eggs, larvae, nymphs and adults. Predatory bugs and gall midges complement this activity by seeking out mite hotspots and reducing outbreaks quickly

• Regional Head and Sales Officer

  opportunities and new areas and crops. Build relationship with farmers and Channel partners. Regularly reporting on market updates, travel plans and sales updates [...] experience in Agri input sales and marketing. Post-Graduation in Agri Business management will also be considered. Must have good communication and interpersonal [...] 3-5 years of relevant experience in the agri-input sector to join our sales and marketing team for developing sales in different parts of the country. Regional

• 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 [...] necrotic areas in crown and root of strawberry. Plant development is slow, growth is retarded and rooting is poor. Transplants look weak and may die. It is [...] 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

• Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

  blight) and lesions of stems, leaves, and pods (pea leaf spot and pea pod spot). Damage symptoms Ascochyta pisi causes spots on leaves, stems and pods of [...] the primary leaves. The fungus is seed borne and thus also causes post- and pre-emergence damping off and dwarfing. Other Ascochyta species may also infect [...] seeds may have brown areas. Life cycle and appearance of Pea blight, leaf and pod spot Ascochyta pisi hardly survives in the soil or on crop residues because

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  are found in the natural environment in many countries. In addition, bumblebees and honeybees are used as pollinators in agricultural and horticultural [...] Level 3 - level 1 and/or 2 symptoms plus difficulties in breathing and/or a feeling of suffocating Level 4 - level 1 and/or 2 and/or 3 symptoms plus heart [...] different colours and patterns. In general, bumblebees are larger than honeybees, and hairier than wasps. Only bumblebee workers and queens have a stinger

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  company in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective [...] more than 20 years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits such as pineapple and lime. An important part of their [...] aphids and leafhoppers through the release and establishment of their main natural enemies in the crop. "The future of biological control in tropical

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving process [...] insects in their organic farming approach. By introducing predatory mites and other beneficial insects, Lukas has witnessed a boost in confidence in the ecosystem [...] potential of organic farming and the integration of beneficial insects in crop protection. As he navigates challenges and celebrates successes, his story