Fit Roots for Plant Health Whitepaper - Koppert

to quantify the most significant groups of organisms that play a role in the rhizosphere – at that time called ‘soil food web’. This method is still practiced [...] by growing points, and then the roots. These are the three ‘sinks’. That means that in times of scarcity, roots receive the least assimilates. As a result [...] in increasing dependence upon pesticides. We can conclude that Chaboussou has left a legacy that can transform the way we think about plant health. John

Trial_and_Field_results_nematodes_in_fruit_orchards_EN_-_Koppert.pdf

trapping to reduce the pressure.’ Michel reports that the benefit of using Capirel nematodes is that it can also be used as a preventive treatment in the [...] now being successfully applied to a broad spectrum of agricultural crops that includes fruit, berries and outdoor vegetables, among others. Using beneficial [...] nematodes on the ground to reduce the pest pressure in spring.’ ‘We don’t have that many biological solutions available for organic agriculture and Capirel nematodes

Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

using beneficial nematodes for pest control, emphasizing that it’s a cost-effective solution that prevents the need for costly reseeding and saves growers [...] feeding soon after being infested, and dies within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Unique Formulation Soluble [...] bean seed fly control While plant parasitic nematodes are a common soil pest that affect plants, entomopathogenic nematodes play an important role in the

Manual Growing lights

placement, pollination is optimized during the winter months. Keep in mind that growing lights produce a lot of heat, and can therefore influence the local [...] Figure 1.2 light spectrum of SON-T lamp. On further examination, we also found that flowers use UV patterns to attract insects (bumblebees) for pollination. [...] to help the bumblebees find their way back to their own hive. Tests showed that the blue door led to 12% more direct entries of bumblebees into the hive

FAQ Nematodes

is not too low is there a small chance that the nematodes can overwinter. However, this is never to the extent that enough nematodes are available in spring [...] nematodes? Nematodes are microscopically small (0.6 to 1 mm), unsegmented worms that occur naturally in the soil throughout the world. Are there different types [...] it through a body opening. In the host, the nematodes release a bacterium that can kill the host very quickly. This bacterium also causes the host to be

Target pests of beneficial nematodes in Potato & Outdoor Vegetables

agricultural crops While plant parasitic nematodes are common soil pests that affect plants, beneficial (entomopathogenic) nematodes play an important [...] important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore [...] Leaves no residue This is an overview of the nematode-pest combinations that have been tested successfully so far. If a specific pest is not mentioned

Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

controls which pest best? This is an overview of the nematode-pest combinations that have been tested successfully so far. However, effectiveness of the nematode [...] feeding soon after being infested, and dies within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes [...] and sometimes replace the use of conventional pesticides, to manage pests that are extremely difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are simply

Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

climates, it is assumed that the proper management of bees is sufficient to ensure good pollination. The single biggest problem is that if there is not enough [...] are severe implications for yield and quality. It is essential to point out that exposure to maximum temperatures of more than 30° C for a couple of hours [...] growth of the plant. This is undesirable as it creates fluctuating yields that result in overall lower production. Differences in cultivars There are also

Pollination checklist Growing lights

Don’t close the screens when the bumblebees are active. Also take care that coating, polycarbonate plates, screens, or other light restricting filters [...] for better performance in difficult light conditions. Beevision Tests show that the Beevision features lead to more efficient pollination. For further

Manual Wireless Beehome

Once power has been restored, the transmitter will emit a signal that is usual for that time of day (open or closed). This may cause the closing mechanism [...] Please note: Ensure that the closing mechanism of both receivers can still move upwards after you have stacked the hives. Ensure that the entrances to the [...] BeeHome users and explains how the machine is constructed and used. Make sure that the user manual is always available for reference purposes. Read the full