• Aphids

  aphids have two pairs of wings, one of which is much larger than the other. For a large part of the season an aphid population consists of viviparous females [...] reproduction is asexual, the progeny of a single female is genetically identical to the mother. In other words, they are clones. Because there is no genetic [...] control is essential for maintaining healthy, productive crops. Biological control of aphids uses a combination of natural enemies that attack aphids in different

• Protected vegetables

  Common pests in vegetable crops Vegetable pests can inflict serious damage in terms of plant growth and crop yield. The most common pests in vegetable crops [...] management in vegetable crops Biofungicides are an important tool in the arsenal of sustainable farming practices for controlling diseases in vegetable [...] a crucial role in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and

• Herbs

  products. In the culinary world, there is a strict difference between herbs and spices. Herbs are the leafy green or flowering parts of a plant, which can be [...] derive from other parts of herbal plants and are often dried seeds, berries, roots, bark and fruits. Botanically speaking, ‘herb’ is synonymously to ‘herbaceous [...] About Herbs are actually all plants which are used as food ingredient, natural medicine or fragrances. They often have savory or aromatic characteristics

• Anthurium

  anthurium is a flowering, perennial plant and has beautiful, long lasting flowers that come in a variety of colors. However, the ‘flower’ is actually an [...] protogynous, which means that the spadix is going through a female phase first. A male phase follows after about a month. Standard varieties of anthuriums [...] colors and heart-shaped spathes. In many markets, red is the most popular color. Other types include the obake anthuriums which are larger than the standard

• Orchid

  have a racemose inflorescence, which can consist of many flowers. The majority of orchids which are commercially sold is tropical or subtropical. There [...] Orchidaceae and Asteraceae are the largest families of flowering plants. In addition, the flowers of orchids come in many different arrangements. Some only have [...] About The orchid is part of an extremely large and diverse group of flowering plants, the Orchidaceae or the orchid family . The plant’s flower are usually

• Beneficial nematodes

  no residue Downloads Effective control of onion and bean seed fly Wireworms control in potatoes Using nematodes in fruit orchards How do nematodes work? [...] species Several species of beneficial nematodes are commonly used in biological pest control . These nematodes play a vital role in managing insect pests [...] with water following provided instructions In case of soil application: Ensure the soil or growing media is adequately moist (not waterlogged) to facilitate

• Corn earworm

  female lays small quantities of eggs, between one and three, in the hairs of green ears of corn. The larvae feed on the hairs of the young corn and on the [...] Overview The corn earworm is a major pest affecting over 100 crops, of which the most prominent varieties are corn, sorghum, cotton, aubergine, pepper [...] again on the tip of the cob, making holes in the corn. In other crops, they prefer flower buds and soft fruit. They cause visible damage through feeding

• Spotted Wing Drosophila

  General Since the start of its invasion in 2008/2009, the spotted wing drosophila, which is originally from Asia, has spread extensively in North and South America [...] respiratory tubes which stick out of the fruit. There are three larval instars and in the third instar the larvae are about 3.9 mm long. The pupae of Drosophila [...] cycle and appearance of Spotted wing drosophila Adult spotted-wing drosophila are small, 2-3 mm in lengthg, and have a wingspan of 6-8 mm. Males are smaller

• Spider mites and other mites

  species of plant mite has its own unique characteristics and feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which is why they [...] necrosis. Life cycle of mites The life cycle of mites typically consists of four stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult. The duration of their life cycle can [...] so keeping them healthy and strong is essential. Regular monitoring of your plants for early signs of plant mites is also critical. This can be done by

• Bugs

  group in the order Hemiptera , a highly diverse group of insects, containing both harmful and beneficial species. Heteropteran bugs are insects which have [...] extracting nutrients from them, resulting in deformations and puncture holes. The most obvious damage is the deformation of growing points. They also cause tissue [...] and yield loss. Effective bug control is key to maintaining healthy, high-quality crops. Biological control of bugs combines targeted monitoring and natural