Shore fly

deposited on leaves or flowers in ornamental crops, lettuce and herbs also causes cosmetic damage, and sometimes this can occur on such a scale that growth

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider mites can cause real problems in this type of crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome [...] major advantage for Sjaak van Dijk. ‘As already mentioned, spider mites can cause real problems in cucumbers. The ability of Spidex Vital to tackle spider

Cabbage looper

up to 200 km. Damage symptoms The caterpillars feed mainly on the leaves causing irregular holes. The first three instars make small holes, while the following

Aphidius colemani

secrete a warning substance, which affects the entire population, often causing aphids to drop from the leaf and fall to the ground. Although many aphids [...] development is complete the larva spins a cocoon inside the aphid cuticle, causing it to swell. The cuticle turns from a hard, leathery brown to a golden yellow

Bacterial wilt, brown rot

pathogenic bacterium. It is a soil-borne disease and colonises the xylem, causing bacterial wilt and brown rot in a very wide range of potential host plants

Spotted Wing Drosophila

has spread extensively in North and South America and Europe where it has caused severe yield losses in many berry crops, cherries and grapes. Damage symptoms

A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

with a gap in the wings. Whitefly damage and economic impact Whiteflies can cause substantial economic losses through direct plant damage and indirect virus [...] high population densities, Mirical may sting the mesophyll, potentially causing damage to fruits, and it requires an abundant prey population to sustain [...] by penetrating the insect’s epidermis, disrupting respiratory tubes, and causing mechanical and physiological damage. Impact : Depletes energy reserves,

Knowing & recognizing

natural enemies. It explains how they spread in the crop, the damage they can cause, and specific behavioural characteristics. Shop now Koppert - A knowledge

Beneficial microorganisms

body. Internal damage: Once inside the insect, the fungus proliferates, causing internal damage. This can lead to the insect's death. Spore production:

Red palm weevil

(growth areas) with a low to moderate proportion of fibres. Their feeding causes deterioration of this tissue, making it easier for adult weevils to lay