Pepino mosaic virus

y. The genetic identity of the virus – which isolate of which strain – that causes the infection is one them. The moment in the crop cycle when the infection [...] Inside the host cells, the viral RNA is copied and integrated into the host genome. This process involves the synthesis of viral proteins and the assembly [...] observed. In Europe, the Chilean strain (CH2) is dominant and present in 90% of the infections. If more strains are found in case of infection, the infection

Red palm weevil

thin rostrum that holds the antennae and tiny mandibles. The size and colour of adult weevils greatly varies. Most individuals in the Mediterranean area are [...] individually into soft tissues mainly at the base of living fronds. Larvae are present and feed in the softest and most humid living tissues (growth areas) [...] morphology of the palms, direct or indirect destruction of the apical bud will lead to the death of the plant, which makes the red palm weevil ( Rhynchophorus

Garden chafer

feeds on roots of grasses and clover. The adults feed on the leaves of trees like oak, hazelnut and birch and on the flowers and developing fruits of, for [...] roses and cherries. Damage symptoms The garden chafer ( Phyllopertha horticola ) does most of its damage in the larval stage when it feeds on the roots [...] 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

Neoseiulus cucumeris

pollen, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish itself in the crop before the pest appears. The success [...] Thripex-Plus ). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered [...] deutonymph and adult. Eggs are laid on the underside of leaves on leaf hairs or in the axils of main and side veins. They are oval, white and have a diameter

Effective control with Chrysopa-E!

effectively and economically. Continuous R&D has resulted in a new product marketed under the name, Chrysopa-E , which uses the egg stage of the lacewing [...] Economical and better biocontrol of aphids, mealy bugs and Echinothrips Aphids and mealy bugs are difficult to control and an increasing problem in many crops [...] crops in which hotspots can grow explosively. By using an earlier phase of lacewing - the natural enemy of aphids, mealybugs and Echinothrips – growers

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all items Unleash the Original: Get in touch Take the first step towards maximizing your yields and minimizing pest damage by getting in touch with us today [...] continuous innovation and refinement has shaped our extensive product portfolio into the gold standard growers worldwide trust as the basis for their integrated [...] thrips , and spider mites . Choosing the right predatory mite solution to control a pest infestation is contingent upon various factors such as the type of

Integrated Pest Management

It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which can have adverse effects on both crops and the environment. Beneficial insects and biological control [...] more effective. Crop rotation and soil health In agriculture, crop rotation disrupts the life cycle of pests and can reduce the need for chemical pesticides [...] evaluating the effectiveness of control strategies and making necessary adjustments. The IPM cycle is an ongoing process that incorporates the principles

Cucumber

resilience of the crops, ensuring the production of high-quality cucumbers for consumers. Pest monitoring and scouting in cucumber Scouting and monitoring [...] monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and thrips are present. These [...] Management (IPM) in cucumber crops Integrated pest management ( IPM ) is of importance in cucumber cultivation to ensure the health and productivity of

Cannabis

crucial role in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and thrips [...] whitefly , thrips , spider mites , and leaf miners . These pests can damage the plants, which results in less yield and quality. Next to pests, cannabis [...] infections, mold, and other fungal diseases. These diseases can make the plants weaker, slow down their growth, and affect the leaves and buds if you don't

Stable fly

congregate on the legs of livestock to feed, and the population size can be assessed by counting the number of Stomoxys on the animals’ front legs. The flies become [...] including the bacteria that cause anthrax, leptospirosis and anaplasmosis, the viruses that causes equine infectious anemia (EIA) and hog cholera, and the protozoan [...] cause surra. Life cycle and appearance of the Stable fly Adult stable flies are between 5–7 mm in size and largely resemble the house fly , even having