Thrips

larval instars, a pre-pupa and a pupal instar, and finally the adult insect. The eggs are kidney-shaped and have a white or yellow shell. Before a female deposits [...] adults feed on all aerial parts of the plant and are fairly mobile. Immediately after hatching, the larvae begin to feed on plant tissue on the underside [...] species of thrips be identified based on form, colour and pattern of hairs. How to prevent thrips Preventing a thrips infestation in your greenhouse crop

Aphids

Some species of aphids can cause leaves to curl or twist as they feed on the plant sap. How to prevent aphids To prevent aphid infestations in crops, you [...] Aphids are slow-moving and tend to cluster on the undersides of leaves, where they feed on plant sap. They may also be found on stems, buds, flowers and fruit [...] form a single, very large group of insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the

Natutec Drone

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Whitefly

fliers and tend to flutter around plants rather than fly in a straight line. They are often found on the undersides of leaves, where they feed on plant sap. [...] hardens. The growth of hairs on the insect depends on the leaf: the longer the hairs on the leaf, the longer the hairs on the insect. In other words, the [...] of the pupa through a characteristically shaped opening; the pupa splits on the upper surface along pre-existing seams, to create a T-shaped opening. Newly

Spidex

cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least a few [...] twice at weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spidex depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction

Amblydromalus limonicus

as it is hindered by the glandular hairs on the stems and leaves and does not build up a population. How to use Amblydromalus limonicus The predatory [...] Amblydromalus limonicus lays 3.7 eggs per day on young eggs, 1.2 eggs per day on older eggs and 3.3-3.4 eggs per day on crawlers and nymphs. It consumes about [...] °F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%. What sets A. limonicus apart from other predatory mites is its proven ability to also perform well at

Pollination checklist outdoor

instance, position the hive on a crate or on a stack of stones. Flowering weeds may be visited by bumblebees in addition to the target crop. You should [...] hive in the crop immediately after delivery, or a maximum of one day later, to allow the bumblebees to gather food. Position the hives evenly throughout [...] positioning, wait 30 minutes before opening the little doors to give the bumblebees to time to become calm again. Transportation and shaking movements can

Spider mites and other mites

mites are a diverse group of small arthropods that feed on plant sap. They are found in a wide variety of habitats, from forests and grasslands to horticultural [...] plant mites a magnifying glass is needed to detect them. Plant mites are often found in colonies on the undersides of leaves, where they feed on the plant's [...] laid on the underside of leaves or on other parts of the plant. The number of eggs laid by a single female can vary, and they can hatch within a few days

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Lesser house fly

batches of up to 100 on animal feces, moist organic matter or carrion. The brown larvae that emerge after a few days are typically flattened, with a fringe of [...] remain in flight as they wait to be visited by an unmated female. Female flies are less active and tend to remain close to breeding sites, where they deposit [...] matter. They can tolerate a wide range of moisture levels and are adapted to stay near the surface of near-liquid waste. Depending on temperatures and environmental