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Fight Fungus Gnat with Biological Controls

2021/07/09

Fungus gnats are common greenhouse pests that favor moist growing media. Apart from the nuisance and decreased aesthetic value associated with adults, fungus gnat larvae can damage...

Root Disease - Prevention is Key

2021/07/13

Every day plant roots are in the midst of a battle. The underground warriors being fungi and bacteria, compete with each other for food and space and ultimately determine the health of plants and their roots. The majority of soil-dwelling bacteria and fungi are harmless to plant growth.

Stone Wool for Healthy Roots and Productive Plants

2021/07/09

Stone wool (also known as rock wool or mineral wool) is an inert growing medium that was first used in Scandinavian countries in the early 1970’s. At present, over 3000 ha of greenhouse crops are grown on stone wool in Holland alone, due to its practicable, economic, and high-yielding results.

Using Biological Controls with MET 52 and Botanigard

2021/07/13

Met 52G is a granular bioinsecticide containing the spores and mycelial tissues of the fungus Metarhizium anisopliae var. anisopliae F52. It is an approved insecticide for black vine weevil and other soil borne insects in ornamental plant production. As this product does not contain any chemical insecticide it is unlikely for insects to develop resistance.

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Fight Fungus Gnat with Biological Controls

Root Disease - Prevention is Key

Stone Wool for Healthy Roots and Productive Plants

Using Biological Controls with MET 52 and Botanigard

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