• Impatiens thrips

  the plant, specifically on the leaves. Eggs are deposited in the leaf tissue, while subsequent stages are found on the upper- and undersides of the leaf [...] as a consequence of the trade in foliage plants. Impatiens thrips (Echinothrips americanus) has a wide range of hosts. In addition to many ornamental plants [...] themselves can shrivel. Echinothrips americanus is often found low in the crop. In sweet pepper the damage can be seen as discolouration of older leaves

• Western flower thrips

  flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) are laid in leaves, flower petals and in the soft parts of stalks. They are inserted into the plant tissue with a [...] Larvae are nearly transparent white or yellowish to orange-yellow, with a large head and bright red eyes. Adult females are very variable in colour. They [...] (Frankliniella occidentalis) usually pupate in the ground, although pupae can also be found on leaves, in flowers or in other sheltered places. The prepupal and

• Tobacco whitefly

  insect was first identified on tobacco in Greece in 1889, hence the name tabaci . It has subsequently been found in most tropical and subtropical countries [...] retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and fall. Such leaf damage can in turn influence the development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The [...] almost circular so called pupa, in which the red eyes and white wings of the adult are already clearly visible. These pupae are found on the oldest leaves.

• Kiwi

  About Kiwifruit, kiwi or Chinese gooseberry are all names that refer to the edible berries of various species of woody vines that belong to the genus Actinidia

• Potato aphid

  more than 20 families. Various vegetable and ornamental crops grown in greenhouses are colonized, including tomato, aubergine and roses. Damage symptoms [...] occurs early enough in the season, the death of young plants. Retarded growth and defoliation reduce yield. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low [...] wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. When reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start

• Tomato pinworm

  into the fruit. The name tomato pinworm in derived from the very small pinholes at the points of entry, which are often marked by the presence of a small [...] droppings. Life cycle and appearance of the tomato pinworm The eggs are whitish in colour to start with, then turn brown or orange as they develop and [...] days at 25°C and 100 days at 13°C. When adults emerge, they are approximately 9 to 12 mm in size and their main characteristic is their mottled brown c

• Cotton

  woven into cloth worldwide. Cotton plants belong to the genus Gossypium and are part of the mallow family Malvaceae . Cultivation conditions for this important [...] These conditions can be found within the seasonally dry tropics and subtropics in both the Northern and Southern hemispheres. These regions can be extended

• Open field pollination

  pollination. Advantages of bumblebees in open field In the realm of outdoor crop pollination , both honeybees and bumblebees are commonly employed by growers. [...] 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 [...] bountiful harvests and sustainable agriculture. In open field environments, bees are among the most efficient and reliable pollinators. Their foraging

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  pesticides are introduced, making them easy to use. In this way, they can replace conventional pesticides in many crops and play a complementary role in an IPM [...] Beneficial nematodes are a broad spectrum biocontrol solution. They are sprayed on crops using commonly used spraying or irrigations systems in the same way that [...] been taken to apply them successfully in a broad spectrum of agricultural crops. A growing number of farmers are now using this natural solution that is

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  need to detect thrips in good time. Sticky traps are a useful tool in monitoring the development of infestations. Regular scouting in the crop is also essential [...] where to find the larvae. In some crops, you will find them mainly in the heads of the plants, while in others they tend to be in the flowers or on the leaves [...] can be found in almost every greenhouse, and for good reason: they are a proven means of monitoring the development of infestations. They are an essential