Sciarid flies

although some species can also eat living plant material. The adults prefer humid habitats and are attracted to a broad range of pathogenic and non-pathogenic [...] result of larvae feeding on the roots. The larvae feed mainly on decaying plant material and on algae and fungi present in the soil. They, however, can also [...] plants that are kept humid and well-watered are particularly at risk. Life cycle and appearance of Sciarid flies The life cycle of sciarid flies has the following

How to protect bumblebees from heat

on the shade of the crop can keep the temperatures inside the hive lower. Shading Providing effective shading to the top and the sides of the hive or providing [...] their energy levels, and limit their ability to transfer pollen effectively. These challenges can lead to reduced pollination rates and lower crop yields [...] temperature and sun radiation on the internal hive temperature can be great. We advise growers to protect the hive from direct sunlight and to place it in a cool

Anso-Mite

Pests Young larvae of various thrips species. Also has an effect on eggs and larvae of whitefly , all stages of non-webbing spider mites (e.g. European [...] Amblyseius andersoni is effective at temperatures above 14°C/57°F. Optimum temperatures are between 20 and 28°C (68 and 82°F). A. andersoni is sensitive [...] limonicus , Transeius montdorensis and Neoseiulus cucumeris ). Precautions Application of this product can cause sensitization or allergic reactions,

Thripex

conditions Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus [...] Pests Young larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Biological control of thrips - Neoseiulus cucumeris Mode of action Predatory mites [...] Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute

Tomato pinworm

pinholes at the points of entry, which are often marked by the presence of a small amount of frass or droppings. Life cycle and appearance of the tomato pinworm [...] as they develop and can be found on the underside of the leaves. When the presence of the pest is high, they can be found on any part of the plant. They [...] to brown before emergence of the adult. The number of days in this instar varies a great deal since it can take between 8 and 20 days. The total life cycle

Stable fly

insects and can travel up to 20 km in search of new hosts. Damage symptoms Stable flies typically congregate on the legs of livestock to feed, and the population [...] equine infectious anemia (EIA) and hog cholera, and the protozoan trypanosomes that cause surra. Life cycle and appearance of the Stable fly Adult stable flies [...] Transmission of blood-borne pathogens between animals including the bacteria that cause anthrax, leptospirosis and anaplasmosis, the viruses that causes equine

Bacterial wilt, brown rot

is a plant pathogenic bacterium. It is a soil-borne disease and colonises the xylem, causing bacterial wilt and brown rot in a very wide range of potential [...] wilts. Life cycle and appearance of Bacterial wilt, brown rot Ralstonia solanacearum is a quarantine organism in Europe and considered a bioterrorist organism [...] Damage symptoms In potato, field symptoms of Ralstonia solanacearum are wilting and yellowing of leaves and stunted plants. Inside, vascular browning is

Thripex-V

Carrier Vermiculite and a fraction of bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the [...] conditions Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus [...] larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts and suck out

Western flower thrips

(Frankliniella occidentalis) can be found on a wide variety of plants, including many vegetable and ornamental crops in greenhouses, and on various weeds. It is [...] spotted wilt virus (TSWV) and impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV). Both viruses affect a wide range of plants, and often a single host plant may be infected [...] pepper, eggplants, and many ornamental crops. Damage symptoms Thrips cause damage to plants by piercing the cells of the surface tissues and sucking out their

Greenhouse whitefly

feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and fall. Such leaf [...] gerbera and poinsettia. Find solutions for whitefly in your crop Damage symptoms The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume [...] consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and the excess is excreted as honeydew, with larger larvae expelling large