Potato aphid

from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation [...] quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit sticky. Black fungal moulds [...] characteristic of the potato aphid and is particularly visible in the nymphs. Immatures have a light dusting of whitish-grey wax. The aphids instantly fall

Biosolutions for Tropicals: Pest Control for Floral and Foliage Crops

Released to the American market a decade ago, Limonica is a meaner mite for a badder bug like Thrips parvispinus . The most versatile of the generalist [...] result, makes the remaining pesticides more effective. Timing and selection are important factors, and Koppert has the details to combine the strengths of [...] verify predation, check the bodies. Koppert’s unique rearing methods make it an indiator species, so they turn red when they feed on the pest. Koppert supplies

Spider mites and other mites

n of the leaves, with the affected areas curling and twisting. This damage is caused by the mites feeding on the plant tissue, which disrupts the growth [...] and the availability of food. Here's an overview of the life cycle of plant mites: Egg: The life cycle begins with the female mite laying eggs. The eggs [...] During this stage, the larvae start to feed on plant sap and undergo molting to transition to the next stage. Nymph: After the first molt, the mite larvae become

Asian citrus psyllid

through most of the southern states and Mexico however the state of Florida is the most affected area by the vectored disease. Damage symptoms The psyllid is [...] mature. Worst damage is done when the insect is vector of the bacterium Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus that cause the fatal citrus disease called citrus [...] Huanglongbing. It is widely distributed in southern Asia and the disease is responsible for the destruction of several citrus industries in Asia and Africa

Shore fly

Shore fly The life cycle of the shore fly ( Scatella tenuicosta ) has the following stages: egg, three larval instars, a pupa and the adult fly. The eggs are [...] translucent and their body is cylindrical. The larvae are found in the top layer of damp soil, where they also pupate. The adult shore fly is black, about 4 to [...] and stout with short antennae and short legs. The head of the adult has a pair of conspicuous eyes. The wings have grey-brown patches. Although shore flies

Almond

subcontinent. The name also refers to the tree’s edible seed that is nowadays extensively produced around the world. The almond belongs to the genus Prunus [...] About The almond ( Prunus dulcis, syn. Prunus amygdalus ) is a tree species originating in the Middle East as well as in North Africa and the Indian s [...] together with the peach, belongs to the subgenus Amygdalus . This particular subgenus distinguishes itself from others because of ridges on the shell that

Biosolutions for Propagation

Trianum-P Expand all items Hardening Off/Drying Down After the inputs have rooted, the air dries out and the microenvironment changes. Koppert’s strategy adjusts [...] and no strategies are needed to avoid chemical resistance. The Koppert technical team has the knowledge, experience, and quality product lines to create [...] Built from the ground up—by growers, for growers. Connect with us Maintaining Stock Plants Most growers see a significant increase in output the first year

Natutec Airobreez

Always charge the battery before use: the battery is fully charged when the light is green Place the battery to connect to the device Clip on the shoulder belt [...] speed for the determined amount to be released Remove the cap of the reservoir Fill the reservoir with the material to be released and close the reservoir [...] belt of the Natutec Airobreez Place the bucket wheel and the dispense unit (if needed) Calculate dosage per bay using the dosage chart Select the right dosage

Hop

About The hop is a small genus of flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae. Hops are the female flowers (seed cones, strobiles) of the plant and are [...] cycle, with the continued popularity of microbrews across the globe, genetics for flavoring have dictated how long these plants stay in the ground. They emerge [...] with the ability to extend up to 20 inches a week, and even 50 ft tall in one season. They are typically trained on strings up to 25 ft tall. The hop is

Blueberry

compete with the pathogenic fungi for space and nutrients and even kill them. At the same time, they strengthen the root system making the plant less vulnerable [...] methods and reducing the use of pesticides, growers can limit their exposure to harmful chemicals and minimise the negative impact on the environment. Various [...] Beneficial antagonistic fungi which protect the plants against these diseases can be applied to the growing medium when the plants are being grown under permanent