• European mole cricket

  cricket has forelegs that are greatly enlarged with finger-like projections; an adaptation for burrowing in the soil. The adults are 35-50 mm long with a greyish [...] come to the surface and may fly in swarms. Adult males are capable of stridulating which they do to attract females. After mating, females form a large [...] roots. It is usually of no or little significance as a pest and only a problem if it occurs in large numbers. Gryllotalpa gryllotalpa is classified as endangered

• Fruit grower uses Natupol Tripol for outdoor pollination

  possible.’ Using biological solutions ‘Pesticides are bad for beneficial insects and anything you can do to make it more sustainable is a good thing,’ Alfred [...] the youngest is one year old,’ Alfred explains. ‘We constantly innovate and are working more and more sustainably, making use of drones and GPS-tracking maps [...] not pollinated optimally by the honeybees present at the time. ‘Bumblebees are more active than honeybees at lower temperatures, and we have found that a

• Southern green stink bug

  whereas younger instars are less significant. Life cycle and appearance Nezara viridula goes through five nymphal instars. Eggs are laid in clusters of 30 [...] plants. The eggs are glued firmly to each other and to the substrate and the egg package usually has a hexagonal shape. Newly laid eggs are about 1 mm in [...] cluster emerge simultaneously. Nymphs are reddish in colour with red eyes and transparent legs and antennae. First instars do not feed and, aggregate around the

• The RISE Foundation Project: “The Future of crop protection in Europe”

  May 19, 2020

  Food System: where are they going? The launch event will take place through an online webinar, accessible by invitation only. If you are interested in attending [...] that would restore natural protection and resilience. A study was set up on how to make such a transition work and to provide policy recommendations for it [...] land use, the crops grown and their purposes, and human food habits. Changes are also occurring in these fields and need to happen in order to have a healthy

• Japanese flower thrips

  adult males are yellowish. The prepupal and pupal instars can be recognized by their developing wing buds. They do not feed and only move if disturbed. [...] pupa, and finally the adult insect. The eggs of the Japanese flower thrips are laid into the plants tissue and pupation takes place in the ground. Adult [...] Adult females pass the winter in reproductive diapause. Adult females are about 1.3mm long and have a pale basal quarter of the wings, which contrasts with

• Predatory mites whitepaper

  thrips pressure, these species are the best option. • N. californicus can prey on thrips but prey consumption and reproduction are low on a diet of thrips only [...] all predatory mite species is low when exclusively whiteflies are provided as prey. They do much better with an additional food source (mites, thrips, pollen [...] strengths and weaknesses of these mites. Here we provide information to help you to choose the right species for your specific situation. Predatory Mite

• Larvanem

  systems: Pressure-compensated irrigation systems are recommended. If not available, spray or drench applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatr [...] 5°C/41°F and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): do not use them in direct sunlight The moisture content [...] recirculation pump) Fill the spray tank with the required amount of water If tank mixing with a compatible product, add Larvanem at the end to a fully

• Artificially lit crops pollination advice

  the hives are placed before the effective pollination hours become too short. Effective planning and communication with bumblebee suppliers are critical [...] aspects of pollination in indoor environments and provide valuable advice on how to overcome potential obstacles. From understanding the role of various p [...] implementing smart strategies for attracting pollinators, we aim to equip you with the knowledge and insights essential for successful pollination in your

• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  November 26, 2018

  precise timelines, evidence-based procedures, and tailored data requirements.’ Do you anticipate any resistance? ‘So far all attempts by IBMA and others have [...] voices as they are increasingly under pressure from retailers who demand healthy food which is within the minimum residue levels that are required,’ Evert [...] Biocontrol Manufacturers Association (IBMA) recently published its vision on how to improve regulation for the biocontrol industry in a White Paper that it

• World Soil Day

  December 4, 2020

  the soil, millions of trees are cut down every year and fields are cultivated in ways that often harm the soil. ‘Our cities are also growing rapidly. More [...] bacteria which are present in the soil. It is important to realize that of all the microorganisms that exist, only a small percentage are pathogens. Most [...] 1 billion people go hungry every day. This number will increase rapidly if we do not distribute land fairly, increase yields, or protect its biodiversity