A team of researchers at Michigan State University is analyzing the use of nematodes for pest management in greenhouses.

The Biocontrols Conference & Expo in Rochester, NY, in early October helped greenhouse growers understand the long-term value of biological control tools and techniques. Here’s what you may have missed.

To solve a pest problem in the greenhouse, you need to know precisely which species you’re dealing with.

Whether you’re growing ornamentals, vegetables, or another crop in your greenhouse, the tour, speaker line-up, and workshop for Biocontrols Conference USA East Oct. 10-12 in Rochester, NY, will provide information you can apply to your operation immediately.

Successful implementation of a biocontrol program depends on having the supply to do the job. Paying attention to this simple management focus can ensure your pest management program isn’t disrupted.

Vestaron’s Spear-T, which controls thrips, whiteflies, and spider mites, will be distributed by Isagro USA.

Getting customers educated about your biocontrol use and using it to build your brand is all about telling your story in way that attracts attention.

Biological control has moved into the mainstream for greenhouse growers. And the timing couldn’t be better, as consumer demands for more sustainable production methods for the plants they buy are moving back upstream.

Taking place March 7-9, The Biocontrols USA West Conference & Expo will offer real-world success stories of how to integrate biocontrols along with conventional and organic options in integrated pest management programs.

Dr. Rose Buitenhuis will present practical knowledge for growers to implement immediately during Biocontrols West Conference in San Diego, March 7-9.

Growers producing crops in protected structures, including ornamentals, vegetable crops, and cannabis, can learn about effective sanitation, banker plants, and buying and using beneficials and predatory insects at the Biocontrols USA West Conference in San Diego, March 3-7.

The Biocontrols West USA Conference in San Diego March 7-9 offers greenhouse growers practical knowledge on new research findings and an energetic presentation from a grower who’s taking her customers along on her biocontrols journey.

Our industry can do a better job of spreading the word to customers and the public about how we’re using biopesticides and other biocontrols.