Phytoseiulus persimilis

except for the resting period in the larval and nymphal stages. On plants, the oval eggs are usually deposited close to, or in a spider mite colony. They [...] mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used in many crops worldwide, mainly in greenhouses, but also in outdoor crops such as strawberries. This predatory [...] disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short supply, mainly adult females will leave the prey patch in search of other spider

Whitefly

The growth of hairs on the insect depends on the leaf: the longer the hairs on the leaf, the longer the hairs on the insect. In other words, the larva [...] comparable in outline. Whitefly can be found in many different environments, but they are particularly common in greenhouse settings and in agricultural [...] called "whiteflies" because they are typically white or yellowish in color, and they are often found on the undersides of leaves. Whiteflies are not true

Beneficial nematodes

Nematodes can be applied by foliar or soil application, depending on the target pest. Here's a general guideline on how to apply nematodes (always check [...] nematode quantity based on the infestation severity and treatment area and as indicated on the product labels Store nematodes in a refrigerated environment [...] Beneficial nematodes are highly specific in their choice of hosts and do not harm beneficial insects, humans, or animals. Common pests targeted by these

Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

Tuta absoluta in our areas, we have had problems controlling this pest chemically in our tomato crops. The problem got worse with the ban on several chemical [...] establishment of Società Agricola Gandini Antonio in the 1950s, the company has based its farming methods on criteria that respect the environment and people [...] larvae are small in order to maximize their effect. When the moment comes, we apply them 3 times at a 5-day interval. We spray them on the tomato canopy

Predatory mites

and Neoseiulus californicus ( Spical ) are specialized in feeding on spider mites. They both prey on spider mites at every stage of their life cycle. Predatory [...] andersoni ( Anso-Mite ) excel in managing thrips populations. They can rapidly build up populations as they can also survive on pollen or other prey. Amblyseius [...] prey on the larvae of fungus gnats in the soil, preventing them from turning into adult fungus gnats. Predatory mites packaging Predatory mites in bottles

Protected vegetables

management in vegetable crops Biofungicides are an important tool in the arsenal of sustainable farming practices for controlling diseases in vegetable [...] Horiver ) play a crucial role in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies [...] revolutionized modern agriculture. In the context of professional vegetable cultivation, IPM plays a pivotal role in ensuring both crop health and environmental

Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

two whitefly per square metre or a few thrips in your plant, there is little to be concerned about – and little sense in the software reporting these kinds [...] enemies are curbing an infestation or if we need to shift strategy in any way. We have greater insight into what is happening in the crop and how natural enemies [...] greenhouse editor in the Natutec Scout app to program in the actual layout of his greenhouse. The software then provides a visual indication on the map itself

Cannabis

Horiver ) play a crucial role in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies [...] of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in cannabis cultivation. It involves the use of natural predators, parasitoids, or beneficial organisms to manage pest [...] might find on cannabis plants are aphids , whitefly , thrips , spider mites , and leaf miners . These pests can damage the plants, which results in less yield

Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

levels given in Watts. can be reduced if the humidity is too low or radiation is too high. Staying outside the gray and yellow areas in the table in figure [...] plastic films, moveable screens, or by applying a coating on the covering. Whitewash is particularly used on greenhouses in Mediterranean regions to keep [...] colour intensity, or number of bitemarks, determines, whether more or fewer bees should be ordered. The bite mark on the right-hand side in figure 5 has very

Amblyseius andersoni

white. Adults are about 0.5 mm in size. Predatory mites are usually found on the lower surface of the leaves, often in the corner of the main vein and [...] adult. Eggs are laid on the underside of leaves, often in the axil of veins. They are oval, white and are approximately 0.14 mm in diameter. The larvae [...] weekly intervals or until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy