Tobacco whitefly

sugar, and the excess is excreted as honeydew, with larger larvae expelling large quantities. The damage that whiteflies cause to a crop is the result of [...] influence the development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth [...] after emerging. The insect is covered with a white waxy substance. The adult of the tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ) closely resembles the greenhouse whitefly

Glasshouse potato aphid

deformations in the growing tip of the plant. Precisely where the plant is pierced is unimportant. The piercing of the lower leaves in the crop can cause [...] with a brown head, a dark thorax and a dark abdomen that has pale to dark transverse bands. The body shape is similar to wingless females, but is 2.0-3 [...] When the glasshouse potato aphid (Aulacorthum solani) pierces the leaves or the fruit of sweet pepper it secretes a toxic substance, which leads to deformations

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

crops such as raspberries, led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe [...] control is because a law is coming that will limit the use of many molecules and insecticides. Together with Koppert, Don Sánchez Fresh has managed to implement [...] when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several berry growers in the region. That was when they learned

Caterpillar control with nematodes

skin. The nematodes then release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes [...] against a variety of caterpillars . It also shows that while nematodes move most efficiently in a liquid layer, a dry leaf surface does not stop the nematodes [...] conditions, nematodes survive on the leaf surface for many hours to several days. Correct application for best results To ensure the best results, spray when:

Natutec Mini-Airbug

Adjust the size of the holes in the dosing pot to the required dosage based on the information provided in the table on the underside of the pot Fill [...] Connect the cable to the battery Attach the dosing pot to the revolving head of the blower Start the Mini-Airbug by pushing both buttons Walk at constant speed [...] speed Hold the blower at the right angle to cover the crop well Storage conditions Store the Airbug and accessories in a dry and dust-free area. The Airbug

Wireless Beehome

construction. The moment of opening and closing the hive entrance can be controlled by a signal from the climate computer or a timer connected to the central [...] Application Download the manuals of the Wireless Beehome system. Download manual Dosage The range of the transmitter is 100-150 meters. Storage time after [...] open or close the hive entrance of a Natupol hive on set times. One central transmitter can manage several receivers in the greenhouse and a distance of

Open field pollination

Pollination plays a pivotal role in the formation of fruits and seeds. In the context of open field crop cultivation, effective pollination is key to bountiful [...] Bumblebees visit up to two times more flowers and transfer up to 2,7 times more pollen than honeybees to give growers a flying start to optimal pollination [...] adaptability to diverse weather conditions due to their ability to regulate body temperature. This unique feature allows them to remain active across a broader

Predatory mites

knowing the target pest is crucial. Scouting is essential to know where the pest is, how severe the infestation is and to identify the pest. Select the right [...] alternative to chemical pesticides. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the rearing of the predatory [...] particularly effective when a swift response is required due to a pest invading your crop, enabling you to introduce a substantial number of predatory mites

Steinernema carpocapsae

applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management [...] and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect [...] they locate a suitable host, Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release

Dibox

When to use Dibox Use a Dibox for the application of biological products when it is necessary to apply close to a hotspot. This mainly counts for parasitic [...] available in sachets. How to use Dibox Application Fold out the Diboxes Pour the material into the Diboxes Hang the Diboxes close to or at a hotspot Best working [...] working conditions for Dibox Depending on humidity the Diboxes can be used for multiple introductions of the natural enemies.