• Spical-Plus

  Presentation Sachets in cardboard box. Carrier Bran. Application Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets [...] necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 17-20°C/63-68°F. Storage conditions In the dark, provide ventilation to prevent CO 2 ac [...] citri ); other spider mite species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period

• Tobacco aphid

  yield. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The [...] The tobacco aphid tends to form denser colonies, closer to the top of the plant, than the peach potato aphid . It is not known to what extent tobacco aphids [...] great variety in colour. When reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow

• Encarsia formosa

  belonging to the family Aphelinidae , widely recognized for its role in biological control, particularly in the management of whitefly populations in various [...] transparent to brown in colour. The pupa of E. formosa is unique among the species of Encarsia , in that it is formed immediately beneath and in contact with [...] native to temperate and subtropical regions, has become an important natural enemy for farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance on chemical

• Horiver Wetstick

  americanus Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polysterene cards coated with [...] Place traps in areas with high risk of pest infestation such as areas near doors, gable ends and lateral ventilation openings Attach traps to wires or sticks [...] monitoring use one Horiver Wetstick per 200 m 2 For trapping in hotspots use one Horiver Wetstick per 2 to 20 m 2 For trapping Tuta absoluta use at least one Horiver

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  healthy and continue to thrive. Digital scouting apps In the digital age, scouting is aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time. These [...] process and make it more efficient. Using a crop scouting tool in horticulture can lead to more effective, sustainable, and profitable crop production by [...] pest detection alerts let you stay ahead of potential crop damage. Together with remote support from technical advisors you'll be on top of your Integrated

• Control Bean Seed Fly with Beneficial Nematodes

  management. Growers like Wilco strive to find innovative and sustainable solutions to protect their crops while adhering to organic principles. Capirel: Biological [...] seed emerging phase. In spring, adult bean seed flies lay eggs near host plants. Larvae hatch and tunnel into the soil, feeding on seeds and roots of young [...] seed fly Wilco Remijn, recognizing the need for effective pest control, turned to Koppert's beneficial nematodes, a solution approved for organic farming

• Help, whitefly! Now what?

  June 2, 2022

  encounter whitefly in your crop, you know that you need to take action as quickly as possible. But where should you start? And what is the most effective [...] if you find whitefly in your crop. What are the options? When should I do what? Determine the strategy that you intend to follow and stick to it. Scout [...] selective chemicals to try to reduce the population. Note that these methods can also harm the natural enemies of whitefly. You can always check the side

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 17, 2025

  pipeline to ensure each solution works in real Mediterranean conditions. “Our research approach is classic but powerful — from lab to greenhouse to field [...] filming bugs in their natural habitat. That fascination evolved into a lifelong dedication to entomology and, eventually, a pivotal role in shaping the [...] Amblyseius swirskii to combat whitefly and thrips in Campo de Cartagena and Almeria greenhouses - two pests that had become nearly impossible to manage with chemical

• Cabbage moth

  caterpillar varies in colour from green or brown to black. In younger instars, the relatively large head capsule is conspicuous. In older instars, the [...] grey-brown to black forewings, with a kidney-shaped white-rimmed marking in the middle. The hindwings are light brown with a rather inconspicuous spot in the [...] dusk, hiding in the crop during the day. Several days after emerging from their pupae the female moths lay clusters of 20 to 100 eggs on the underside

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  April 11, 2019

  dots can often be seen on flowers. The thrips' strongest strategy is to hibernate in the soil or substrate, meaning they can strike very early in the spring [...] spring. Quick response to early outbreaks and doing all you can to prevent thrips from hibernating are the keys to success! Some growers only get thrips [...] s damage on a gerbera flower In the top ten of infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near the top. Western flower thrips , in particular