Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems and offer a sustainable and environmentally [...] on larvae of sciarid flies, thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction [...] as the Phytoseiidae and thus passes through the following stages: egg, six-legged larva, eight-legged protonymph and deutonymph, and adult. Stratiolaelaps

Predatory mites

predatory mites do I need? The dosage and frequency of predatory mites depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the situation [...] arthropods used in pest control to manage and reduce populations of harmful pests in various agricultural and horticultural settings. These tiny arthropods [...] arthropods are natural enemies of many plant-feeding mites and insects like spider mites , whitefly and thrips . Predatory mites are an essential component of

Steinernema feltiae

target pest larvae, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How do Steinernema feltiae [...] s , which quickly multiply and cause septicemia, ultimately killing the host within a few days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver [...] continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema feltiae nematodes effectively control pests by parasitizing and killing them

How to protect bumblebees in cold

pollination and colony quality is also time-sensitive. The longer unfavorable conditions persist, the greater the impact on the bumblebees and their performance [...] the importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the best performance of bumblebees [...] incubating the brood when it gets colder. Balancing pollination activity and climate To achieve the best pollination results, it's essential to allow the

About bumblebees

(all females) start emerging and carry out work both inside and outside the nest. Worker bees forage for both pollen and nectar to provide resources for [...] flower visits and large transfer of pollen. Bumblebee pollination result is increased yield , better formed fruit , quality produce and faster ripening [...] Bumblebees work well under poor weather conditions and protected environments Bumblebees are easy to use and require low maintenance Bumblebees are safe since

La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

the quantity and quality of its fruits and the time in which they can be produced and harvested, the price of the fruit in the market and the production [...] pests and diseases, making it a benchmark in know-how in the production of peppers. The harvest cycle for peppers varies according to region and production [...] , thrips , aphids and mealy bugs . José Manuel Tafoya, junior production manager, the release of natural enemies of these pests and the reduction of a

HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

we have acquired knowledge and skills to be able to identify pests such as whitefly , red spider mite and thrips in time and release in a timely manner [...] of agrochemicals and has allowed them to comply with the legal framework for entry into the U.S. market, one of the most important and demanding at a global [...] certifiers that endorse its habaneros as a safe and innocuous product. The collaboration between Koppert and HyFood is another example of how implementing

Phytoseiulus persimilis

protonymph and then start to feed on spider mites. The quantity of prey consumed depends on the predator and prey populations, the sex and age of the predator [...] Phytoseiulus persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive [...] used commercially in greenhouses and Koppert’s very first product in 1967. It is a specialist predator of spider mites and can control spider mite infestations

Open field pollination

crops, like cherries, apples and pears. These crops significantly improve both fruit set and quality. They are robust and carry out their valuable work [...] instrumental in promoting robust pollination and contributes to the development of more uniform and larger fruits and vegetables, ultimately leading to increased [...] formation of fruits and seeds. In the context of open field crop cultivation, effective pollination is key to bountiful harvests and sustainable agriculture

Pepper

includes all varieties of peppers, including the mild bell pepper and hot peppers in jalapeno and habanero. The pepper plant is native to tropical America. Pepper [...] seedlings in a greenhouse environment. Plant height can vary depending on species and variety. Tall varieties grown in commercial greenhouses are supported to prevent