• Green peach aphid

  grey-green, pink or red in colour. They appear matt, never glossy. Winged individuals have a brown-black head and thorax and a yellow-green to green or even reddish [...] tips. Life cycle and appearance of green peach aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in [...] native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution. The green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is a particularly polyphagous

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 8, 2024

  enemies, microorganisms, and pollination products during the first half of 2023, it is now our sticky trap product range that will enjoy a total makeover. The [...] features an eye-catching pattern that incorporates a zoom-in effect, emphasizing the capturing and monitoring functionalities of the product. 'The transparent [...] counts, it becomes clear when pests enter the greenhouse, how they develop, and when a population will peak. In this way the grower is better prepared for potential

• Tomato

  Ten facts about Fusarium Spidex: dos and don’ts in a nutshell Economical and Better Biocontrol of Aphids, Mealybugs and Echinothrips Advanced biocontrol of [...] , thrips , and whiteflies , which can swiftly devastate entire fields if left unchecked. Concurrently, bacterial and fungal diseases pose a continuous [...] Aulacorthum solani ) and the Potato aphid ( Macrosiphum euphorbiae ). To a lesser extent also, the Green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae ) and the Cotton aphid

• Thrips parvispinus: The Tiny Pest Growers Can't Afford to Ignore

  August 18, 2026

  among researchers, greenhouse growers, and crop consultants in the United States and around the world. At barely a millimeter long, this tiny insect may [...] making early detection difficult. The result is a pest that can quickly turn a seemingly minor infestation into a significant management challenge. Why Is It [...] control: always a good idea Trianum can hold its ground Whitefly – small pest, big problem Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences Trianum is a true all-rounder

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  Thrips setosus , and Dichromothrips corbetti appear. A few years ago, hydrangea cultivation was particularly affected by Thrips setosus , or Japanese thrips [...] continents and countries, but thrips march on nevertheless – and not only in ornamentals cultivation, where they cause cosmetic damage and lower ornamental [...] also been found in other industries, including fruit and vegetable cultivation and arable farming. A strong chain approach Koppert is, therefore, investing

• Prevent internal spider mite contamination

  December 13, 2022

  contaminates a new crop, and so on. Not to worry – there are several ways to minimize the internal contamination risks. Spider mite occurs in hotspots, and it’s [...] machinery, and containers. Make sure to clean such items as soon as you go to another department or field. Ensure that you start the winter season (or dormant [...] large-scale production of a complex predatory mite Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites A turning point in Almeria:

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• Pollination checklist tomato

  days. Introduce a new bumblebee hive once the number of bite marks has dropped to just one or two per flower. Pollen is released best at a relative humidity [...] insufficient or extreme growth, extreme climate conditions and the influence of chemicals on the plants or flowers. Bumblebees maintain a constant temperature [...] humidity (RH) of between 50% and 80%. A relative humidity of more than 80%-85% will result in pollen not being released and the bumblebees will become inactive

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  of whether or not the nematodes are proving effective. When a nematode attacks a caterpillar or larva, a dramatic scene will ensue; the host is eaten from [...] over time, and shrink. Caterpillars are usually juicy, and sometimes a little sticky, but when attacked they become dry. If looked at through a microscope [...] feeding, discolor and shrink, which is a good indicator that the treatment has been effective! The level of damage to your crop is also a good indicator of

• Beneficial nematodes

  Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus Optimal Results with Entonem and Capsanem How do nematodes work? Beneficial nematodes use a fascinating strategy [...] They are commonly used in greenhouse and nursery pest management and are becoming more and more popular in orchards and outdoor vegetable crops. Steinernema [...] are a group of parasitic nematodes that have a unique relationship with insects. These nematodes are natural predators of various insects and play a crucial