Plant Health
Fine Americas appoints Southwest regional sales manager
Fine Americas has announced the appointment of Donette Faulk as sales manager for the Southwest U.S., reinforcing the company’s focus on customer support and market expansion in the region. Donette Faulk.... more »
Maintaining plant and soil health from root to retail
Innovations have almost become synonymous with technological advancements, but intrinsic advancements in the growing media market have developed new ways for plants to thrive from greenhouse through retail shelves. “We’ve conducted some terrific research on... more »
BioWorks launches bioinsecticide for greenhouse pest control
BioWorks has introduced PRINCIPLE WP, a new bioinsecticide formulated with Beauveria bassiana to provide broad-spectrum pest control without resistance buildup. Registered for use in the U.S., PRINCIPLE WP will be available starting June 2. [gallery... more »
Lance Forsberg named MSU research farm manager
Lance Forsberg has been named farm manager of the Michigan State University Entomology and Plant Pathology Research Centers, located on the university’s south campus. The 167-acre centers support MSU AgBioResearch and provide infrastructure for research... more »
New HydraFiber and coir slabs for hydroponics
Profile Growing Solutions has introduced two new growing media designed for hydroponic food production: HydraFiber Hydroponic Substrate + ProfileCoir slabs and 100% ProfileCoir slabs. Both options are highly compressed to reduce shipping and storage costs,... more »
Entomatic system boosts spider mite control efficiency
Biobest’s Entomatic automated dispenser is providing greenhouse and horticulture growers with a more efficient method for controlling spider mites through precise distribution of beneficial predatory mites. The system automates the release of Phytoseiulus persimilis, a... more »
Dr. Bugs: Challenges of biological control agents
Answer: Greenhouse producers should understand that BCAs may not be effective in managing insect and/or mite pests on all plants. Figure 1. Trichomes on the underside of a leaf. All photos... more »
Azo Root EarthMAX combo boosts poinsettia rooting
A recent study led by Virginia Tech researcher Xunzhong Zhang has found that combining Azo Root and EarthMAX Organic significantly improves poinsettia plant health, leaf color and root development. The greenhouse trial tested the microbial... more »
BioWorks receives EPA approval for Principle insecticide
BioWorks has received approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for PRINCIPLE WP, a biological insecticide formulated with Beauveria bassiana. Registrations are expected in all 50 states, including California. The product is labeled for use... more »
Spring forward, pest-free
Spring typically marks the busiest and most challenging season for ornamental growers. Many operations have a large variety of plants in production, while rising temperatures pose an additional threat that increases the risk of disease... more »
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