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Did you know bumblebees are too fat to fly? In the 1930s, French entomologist Antoine Magnan calculated that bee flight should be aerodynamically impossible. With wings too small for their bodies, bumblebees seemed to defy the laws of physics. This mystery puzzled scientists for over 70 years—until 2005, when biologist Michael Dickinson revealed the secret. Unlike birds that move their wings up and down, bees beat their wings in a unique back-and-forth motion, creating tiny whirlwinds that lift them off the ground. Today, engineers study bee flight to inspire micro-drones, finding new solutions in nature's genius. Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals #bumblebees #pollinators #science #entomology #nature #fly #greenhouse #farming #plants #fruits #vegetables #biodiversity

The GrowLiv team is bringing some boo to biologicals this Halloween! 👻 Even entomologists have a playful side—today, we’re taking a break from the bugs to show off our spooky style! Big thanks to everyone for being such great sports! 🎃 #HalloweenAtGrowLiv #SpookyScience #Entomologists

Is something munching on your plants? Learn what might be causing those mysterious holes, yellowing leaves, or deformed buds with our latest blog: "What's Eating Your Plants? A Quick Guide to Identifying Common Pests by Feeding Symptoms." Knowing the signs is the first step in effective pest management. https://lnkd.in/e48-PEnM Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals #IntegratedPestManagement #SustainableAgriculture #PlantScience #Biocontrol #GrowLiv #Greenhouse #Protectedcrops #Farming

How do bumblebees survive the winter? Only the queen makes it through the cold months, hibernating underground and emerging in spring to start a new colony. Discover the incredible survival strategy of these important pollinators and how our BeeLiv hives help maximize their pollination efficiency for farmers during the growing season! Read more: https://lnkd.in/eQsVGwgV Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals 🐝 #Bumblebees #Pollination #BeeLiv #SustainableFarming #Biocontrol #Pollinator

Fungus gnats can be a persistent problem for growers, but the solution is simpler than you think. We've compiled 10 proven methods to help you manage and prevent infestations. Learn how you can protect your plants and keep your growing environment gnat free. Read our latest blog for a detailed breakdown of the best prevention methods https://lnkd.in/epSTem5m Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals 🐞 #GrowLivBiologicals #FungusGnatPrevention #Biocontrol #IntegratedPestManagement #SustainableFarming

It’s hard to believe it’s been a decade since we started this journey at GrowLiv Biologicals. Thank you to our amazing team and partners who have made this possible. Here’s to many more years of learning from nature and creating lasting impacts on the farming community. Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals 🐞 #GrowLiv10Years #SustainableFarming #Biocontrol #Innovation #GrowLivBiologicals #leadingbiologicalsupplier #goodbugs #naturalenemies #IPM #SustainableAgriculture, #BiologicalPestControl #NaturalFarming #AgricultureInnovation #HealthyCrops #FarmersFirst, #IntegratedPestManagement #AgTech #GreenFarming #IPM #Biodiversity #GrowWithNature, #EcoFriendlyFarming

Lady beetles, like our very own HippoLiv (Hippodamia convergens), are famous for devouring pests like aphids, but did you know they can also be cannibalistic? In times of food scarcity, HippoLiv larvae and even adults may consume their own eggs and young larvae to survive. This ensures that the strongest beetles continue to thrive, making them even more efficient as natural pest controllers. While it may seem harsh, this behavior helps maintain population balance and reinforces their role as powerful biocontrol agents. Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals. #LadyBeetles #HippoLiv #CannibalismInNature #Biocontrol #SustainableFarming #GrowLivBiologicals

Ever noticed bloated, brown, or black aphid shells on your plants? These are aphid mummies—evidence that parasitic wasps, like AphidLiv (Aphidius colemani), are hard at work. The wasp lays its eggs inside live aphids, and as the larvae grow, they consume the aphid from the inside out. What’s left is an empty shell, or “mummy,” indicating that your biocontrol strategy is paying off. Aphid mummies are a clear sign that the natural balance in your greenhouse is being restored, reducing the need for chemical interventions. Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals. #AphidMummies #Biocontrol #SustainableFarming #AphidiusColemani 

Did you know that adult green lacewings (Chrysoperla carnea) lay their eggs individually or in small clusters? What’s fascinating is that each egg is placed on the end of a delicate, thread-like stalk about half an inch long. This clever design helps prevent sibling larvae from consuming each other after hatching. The female lacewing also ensures the eggs are laid near a food source, giving the larvae a strong start in life. Nature has a way of ensuring survival right from the start! Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals #greenlacewing #chrysoperla #chrysoLiv #sustainablefarming #greenhouse #protectedcrops #integratedpestmanagement #holisticfarming #naturalenemies #biocontrol

Thrips, one of the most persistent pests in greenhouses, have a rapid and complex life cycle. It starts with eggs, which are laid inside plant tissues. After hatching, thrips go through two larval stages, feeding on plant cells and causing significant damage. Next, they enter the pre-pupal and pupal stages, where they drop to the soil to develop into adults. Once fully matured, adult thrips emerge, ready to restart the cycle—often within just a few weeks. Effective pest management requires understanding each stage. By targeting both larvae and adults with biocontrol agents like OriLiv and CucuLiv, you can break the cycle and protect your crops naturally. Let nature work for you, GrowLiv Biologicals #thrips #westernflowerthrips #greenhousethrips #thripmanagement #bicontrol #farming #plantprotection #naturalenemies #IPM #greenhousestrawberry