Biosolutions for Tropicals: Pest Control for Floral and Foliage Crops

Limonica: One Mean Mite Released to the American market a decade ago, Limonica is a meaner mite for a badder bug like Thrips parvispinus . The most versatile [...] efficient defense comes from a resilient ecosystem above and below ground, where strong roots, healthy soil, and vibrant leaves form a shield against diseases [...] ) to your IPM regime. Each plays a different role but together they help plants resist pests and diseases, recover from setbacks, and thrive without harsh

Tobacco whitefly

whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and the excess is excreted [...] cause to a crop is the result of sucking out the sap from the plant leaves and secreting honeydew. This can have the following consequences: If the population [...] population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can

Thrips

larval instars, a pre-pupa and a pupal instar, and finally the adult insect. The eggs are kidney-shaped and have a white or yellow shell. Before a female deposits [...] mites in sachets can be a good preventive measure as the sachets enable a continuous supply of predatory mites even before the pest is present. Thrips control [...] Several species of thrips are a major problem in greenhouse horticulture. The Western flower thrips ( Frankliniella occidentalis ) is the most damaging species

Spidend

range from 0.25-25 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at weekly intervals, or until the pest is controlled. Consult a Koppert [...] results are achieved in a humid environment (>80% relative humidity) and at temperatures between 20 and 27°C (68 and 81°F). Combined use Should be used in c [...] Pests All species of spider mites . Mode of action After emerging from the pupa, adult gall-midges actively search for spider mite colonies and deposit

Phytoseiulus persimilis

situation. Release should be repeated biweekly if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for [...] by predation. Phytoseiulus persimilis is highly specific and is only effective against spider mites that produce a large amount of webbing. It can move [...] outbreak is quickly and effectively dealt with, but the disadvantage is that it disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short

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Aphidius matricariae

wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological [...] aphids . This small wasp is a valuable natural enemy in both agricultural and horticultural settings. Aphidius matricariae is used for the control of the [...] matricariae is available in a bottle ( Aphipar-M ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved

Encarsia formosa

wasp is approximately 0.6 mm long, with a head that is dark brown to black in colour, a dark brown to black thorax, and a yellow abdomen. The male is entirely [...] formosa The parasitic wasp Encarsia formosa is most effective at temperatures between 20°C and 25°C (68 and 77°F). At a 24 hours average temperature below 17°C/63°F [...] the parasitic wasp is fully grown, it eats a round hole in the pupal cuticle. It takes several hours before the wasp frees itself from its case. The female

Capirel

sprayer, a vehicle-mounted spray unit, a backpack sprayer or through a sprinkler system To avoid blockage, all filters should be removed, especially if finer [...] solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions Dosage Capirel is typically applied at a rate of 1.5 billion [...] tank with the required amount of water If tank mixing with a compatible product, add Capirel at the end to a fully filled tank Apply directly after preparation

Sugar cane

ethanol. The world’s sugar consumption is derived from sugar cane for 80%, with the remainder made from sugar beet. As a tropical and subtropical crop, it requires [...] internodes. These are rich in sucrose and can reach heights of between two and six metres. The sucrose is extracted in mill factories to be processed into sugar [...] genus, Saccharum , of the family Poaceae . In terms of production quantity, it is the world’s largest crop. Over time, sugar cane species were interbred and