• Predatory insects

  predators, capable of consuming a significant number of aphids in a short period. Aphidalia, featuring the ladybug species Adalia bipunctata , is a good solution [...] behaviour. These beneficial beetles are specifically adapted to target and consume various species of mealybugs, offering an effective and natural solution for [...] controlling aphids and spider mites . Gall midges have a unique and interesting life cycle that contributes to their effectiveness as biological control

• Operation Mealybug

  June 25, 2018

  deploying the maximum number of larvae. This optimizes the chances of good egg laying and makes a complete life cycle possible, ensuring a permanent defense against [...] Cryptobug-L can be used at temperatures above 16°C/60.8°F and in both covered and outdoor crops. As for Cryptobug , it thrives from a minimum temperature of 16°C [...] Stand a Chance Powerful weapons are needed to deal with a mealybug infestation. Introducing the new heroes in the battle: the larvae and adults of the predatory

• Operation Mealybug

  stunting growth and causing deformation and/or yellowing of leaves, sometimes followed by defoliation. The overall effect reduces photosynthesis and therefore [...] unfit for sale. A very small population can thus cause considerable loss of value. Especially for Hotspots The larvae of the predatory beetle are less mobile [...] deploying the maximum number of larvae. This optimizes the chances of good egg laying and makes a complete life cycle possible, ensuring a permanent defense against

• Atheta

  shore flies ( Scatella stagnalis ), and several thrip species Mode of action The predatory beetles , both adults and larval stages, consume their prey in [...] contain 50-100 beetles . The beetles are adapt to most growing situations (beds, pots, seedling/cutting propagation areas, etc.) and can easily colonize [...] beginning of the growing cycle, and a smaller re-application at each transplant is sufficient to enable Atheta populations to establish effectively. Dosage

• Casea

  range of temperature and humidity, as described above Side Effects & Compatibility Pesticides can have (in)direct effects on biological solutions As a general [...] nematodes to a fully filled tank containing the compatible product The product is safe for most beneficial insects and mites, but can have some effect on a few [...] from the box and keep them at room temperature for 30 minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing at least 2 litres of water per sachet

• Eggjuvant

  “shocking” the eggs. Premix 5 gallons of concentrate in a bucket, which then can be mixed with the final volume of water. After the final volume is reached [...] surfaces and allows emerging larvae to hatch closer to their food source. Availability Eggjuvant is registered for sale in the following U.S. states and territories: [...] / 110 grams per 100 gallons of spray. Combined use To be used in combination with Chrysopa E Storage conditions Store in a cool, dry place. Store in original

• Larvanem

  Larvanem can be used for biological control of larvae of weevils and other beetles in a wide range of crops. Pests Beetles (Coleoptera): Weevils (Curc [...] million – 1 sachet of 50 million in a box. 500 million – 2 sachets of 250 million in a box. 2,500 million – 10 sachets of 250 million in a box. Developmental [...] Application Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through a sprinkler system, with a backpack sprayer, or a vehicle-mounted spray

• Protected vegetables

  crop health and ensuring a successful harvest. Disease management involves a combination of preventive measures, cultural practices, and, when necessary [...] proactive approaches involve regular and systematic inspection of crops to identify the presence and severity of pests and diseases. Growers use various techniques [...] populations and make informed management decisions. Crop scouting with Natutec Scout Using a crop scouting tool can lead to more effective, sustainable, and profitable

• Garden chafer

  adults feed on the leaves of trees like oak, hazelnut and birch and on the flowers and developing fruits of, for instance, roses and cherries. Damage symptoms [...] bases of plants. Larvae can also feed above ground within stems of plants and on strawberry fruits lying on the ground. Both adult beetles and larvae are [...] brown heads and whitish bodies, and normally lie in a characteristic 'C-shaped' position. They possess three pairs of legs, of which the middle and hind pairs

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  conditions. At a temperature of 21°C, during the whole period of its development to adult beetle, a larva eats more than 25 second and third instar mealybug [...] The predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a species of beetle belonging to the family Coccinellidae. The beneficial insect is a small but highly [...] appear to prey on all stages of mealybugs equally. Adult ladybirds are good fliers and can disperse over a large area in search of prey. Although Cryptolaemus