Green peach aphid

colour. When reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction [...] the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs early enough in the season, the death of young plants. Retarded [...] reduce yield, Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein

Powdery mildew

penetrates the plant cell and takes up nutrients from the epidermal layer of plant cells. Most of the fungus remains on the outside of the plant surface. On [...] On the mycelium on the plant surface, new conidiophores are formed, structures which contain new spores, the conidia. These conidiophores are the fluffy [...] and makes it harder for the fungi to enter the leaves To reduce chances of powdery mildew in greenhouses, it is advised to first ventilate by only opening

Microflora SA

systems for adult plants, cuttings, seedlings and transplantation. When to use Microflora SA Microflora SA works best when applied to your crop early in [...] Microflora SA is formulated to amend the soil in food crops and ornamental plants. It consists of a liquid formulation consortium of natural rhizobacteria [...] rhizobacteria. Microflora SA is formulated to enhance plant growth, by improving the availability of plant nutrients through the root system. Microflora SA is

Ask your crop advisor about Acadian

salinity, heat, and chill) Helps plants produce energy, encouraging the production of new active compounds that can boost crop quality and yield Download [...] Millions of crops face stunted growth every year. Acadian can help. This biostimulant can be applied throughout the season and is convenient for fighting [...] Distributor The Acadian advantage Easy to use with a complex mix of bioactive compounds, Acadian … Boosts plant establishment, root structure, and root

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a species of beetle belonging to the family Coccinellidae. The beneficial insect is a small but highly effective predator in biological [...] larvae, while older larvae appear to prey on all stages of mealybugs equally. Adult ladybirds are good fliers and can disperse over a large area in search [...] i prefers mealybugs, this species is known to be a polyphagous predator. Sometimes other insects related to mealybugs are eaten, such as soft scales or

Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

this beneficial has been a resounding success and has become one of our most frequently produced beneficials. This predatory mite has proven to be especially [...] mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016, we introduced this groundbreaking product variant to our product [...] designed to withstand both low and high levels of humidity, making them ideal for use in environments where traditional paper sachets are prone to dry out

Cannabis

. These pests can damage the plants, which results in less yield and quality. Next to pests, cannabis plants can also suffer from plant diseases like bacterial [...] management (IPM) is important when it comes to keeping cannabis plants healthy and productive. This is because cannabis can attract a lot of different pests [...] predators, parasitoids, or beneficial organisms to manage pest populations. Some of the common pests that you might find on cannabis plants are aphids , whitefly

Grape downy mildew

ability to produce a wide range of bio-active compounds involved in microbial interactions. When used as a lysate, these compounds support plant protection [...] forming haustoria to parasitize mesophyll cells. The latent period (the time from infection to visible symptoms) ranges from 4 to 21 days, depending on [...] disease is often well-established before it can be visually detected in the field. Leaf symptoms Yellowish to light-green oil spots on the upper leaf surface

Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

feed on plant tissues, causing extensive damage that can lead to reduced yields and even plant death. Effective management is crucial to maintaining plant [...] mite damage on plants Larvae, nymphs and adults of two-spotted spider mites cause damage to the host plant by feeding on plant tissue and plant sap, primarily [...] many outdoor crops. Their great reproductive capacity means that they can destroy plants very rapidly. Additionally, the widespread use of chemical control

Encarsia formosa

the crop, if possible approximately 75 cm under the plant head Avoid to hang cards at places exposed to direct sunlight The dosage of En-Strip or Enermix [...] the host, leading to its death and thereby contributing to the reduction of whitefly numbers. Encarsia formosa is highly adaptable and can adjust its parasitism [...] parasitic wasp, native to temperate and subtropical regions, has become an important natural enemy for farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance