Spider mites and other mites

induce the formation of leaf gall. Infested fruits can show yellow or brown spots or can be distorted. Heavy infestation can affect the overall health and [...] spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells and causing leaf dis [...] including biological control methods, are commonly employed to manage mite infestations and protect plant health . Recognize mites Plant mites can be recognized

Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

9000 solitary oak trees withing this municipality. In 2020 the level of infestation with the oak processionary caterpillar within the built-up area was so [...] Rijswijk is confident that the use of nematodes helps to reduce the level of infestation. ‘By using Entonem and extracting the nests as a curative measure, we

A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

weekly. Scout plants regularly, leveraging historical data to predict infestation trends. Introduce parasitic wasps at the first signs of whitefly presence [...] crop. Using sticky traps early provides essential time to respond to infestations proactively. Accurate identification The accurate identification of whitefly [...] ability to reproduce. This interrupts the whitefly life cycle and lowers infestation levels, while also serving as a monitoring tool for pest density. Evenly

Nothing beats original

control a pest infestation is contingent upon various factors such as the type of crop, the specific pest involved, climatic conditions, infestation levels, and

Thrips

vigour of the plant is also reduced by loss of chlorophyll. With a serious infestation the leaves themselves can shrivel, and there can be varying levels of [...] colour and pattern of hairs. How to prevent thrips Preventing a thrips infestation in your greenhouse crop involves several strategies. Firstly, it's important [...] and fertilization, as stressed plants are more susceptible to thrips infestations. Additionally, it's important to make sure thrips cannot enter your

Chrysopa

hulls. Application Shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Apply on infested leaves For hotspot treatments, apply Chrysopa directly in the heavily affected [...] typically range from 2-20 per m 2 /release. Releases should be made in infested areas only and repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved.

Western flower thrips

crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations become serious the leaves themselves can shrivel. Western flower thrips [...] develop further, the leaves and flowers can appear grossly deformed. Severely infested flower buds may not open at all. Fruits can also be damaged, even at low

Predatory mites

a wide array of pests. When introduced into an environment with pest infestations, they actively seek out their prey. Once they locate their target pests [...] reduce existing pest populations but also act as a deterrent to future infestations. The presence of beneficial mites can discourage pest outbreaks by creating [...] steps: Identification of pest: First, identify the specific pest species infesting your plants. Different predatory mites are effective against different

Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet

specifically developed to build up defense lines to control spider mite infestation in your crop. Hotspots of spider mites are enclosed by a ‘dam’ of predatory [...] defense lines to both control the mites in the hotspots and prevent further infestation of the crop’. Reasons to use Spidex Vital Plus More reliable spider mite

Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

of spider mites produce webbing in which the mites swarm. With heavy infestations, plants may become completely covered with webs. The webbing affects [...] t of natural enemies used for biological pest control of spider mite infestations, enabling growers to safely control spider mites without the use of chemical