• Southern armyworm

  the abdomen, which is an important characteristic for identifying the species. The pupae are dark brown and 10 to 18 mm long and 5 to 6 mm wide. Pupation [...] armyworm ( Spodoptera eridania ) is a pest of various agricultural crops in Southern and Central America and the Caribbean. It is a polyphagous species that [...] that attacks corn, cotton, rice and soy crops, amongst others. It is considered a pest in areas of cultivation in the savannah. Symptoms and damage The ca

• Consumers

  around the world to combat pests and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society [...] answer to your question in this list. Biological crop protection What is biological crop protection ? The idea behind biological crop protection is very [...] sufficient quantities to feed a rapidly growing population. Producing our natural enemies, bumblebees, and microbiological solutions is a knowledge-intensive

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  with bumblebee allergy. This treatment is intended to desensitize the body to bumblebee venom. If you do not wish to undergo hyposensitization treatment, [...] provoke or agitate them. It is important to remain calm when working with bumblebees, refraining from waving arms, bumping the hive, touching or holding the [...] and similar behaviors. Additionally, it's important to be aware that bumblebees can react aggressively to certain smells such as alcohol, perspiration

• Koppert and Certhon build groundbreaking high-tech moth breeding facility

  allows us to continue providing our customers with reliable, sustainable solutions.” Smart climate technology for a living system Certhon is responsible [...] that nature itself offers solutions to agricultural challenges,” says Weerheim. “Our technology makes it possible to apply those biological processes in [...] the steel structure, marking an important milestone in the construction phase. Commissioning of the breeding facility is scheduled for 2026.

• Fusarium spp.

  Fusarium spp. is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are [...] mycotoxins are produced, of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the best-known. The mycotoxins are toxic to mammals so maximum levels have been determined. Fusarium [...] The rot is dark and wet at first. The lesions are irregular and sharp-edged. In cavities, pink sporulation becomes visible. Fusarium solani is a complex

• Apple

  the tree to North America. 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 [...] of the apple is protected by a layer of epicuticular wax. Apples usually have a yellowish-white coloured exocarp. Sometimes their flesh is also pink or [...] About The apple tree (often named Malus domestica by mistake) is best known for the apple, the tree’s usually sweet and pomaceous fruit. Apples originate

• Greenhouse whitefly

  and the excess is excreted as honeydew, with larger larvae expelling large quantities. The damage that whiteflies cause to a crop is the result of sucking [...] es: If the population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty

• Spider mites and other mites

  urticae , is by far the most important species in greenhouses and many outdoor crops. Spider mite damage Larvae, nymphs and adults cause damage to the host [...] present a threat to many crops throughout the world. Despite their small size, they are capable of causing severe damage very rapidly due to their great r [...] crop. This is of particular concern in ornamental crops. Life cycle of spider mites Spider mite control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube

• Eretmocerus eremicus

  Eretmocerus eremicus is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae . This beneficial insect is used as an important biological control agent [...] at weekly intervals or until control is achieved. Depending on the specific situation, it may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix/Ercal [...] their specialized mouthparts to feed on the internal tissues of the whitefly, leading to the host’s death and contributing to a decline in whitefly populations

• Sustainability

  sustainability isn’t just a concept, it is part of who we are. Since our foundation, we have been on a path to make a positive impact on the world. Our [...] actively contribute to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our sustainability vision also includes operational improvements with the aim to become carbon [...] workplace. We aim to integrate sustainability seamlessly into our business, recognizing it as an essential part of long-term success. To realize this vision