Diamond back moth

viewed from the side. In males, the upper two-thirds of the forewings are dark, sometimes suffused with ochre or mixed with whitish scales. The lower one-third

Mealybugs and scales

getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Characteristically, dark sooty moulds ( Cladosporium spp.) are often found growing on this honeydew

Orius insidiosus

elongated insects, about 2-3 millimeters in length. They have a black or dark brown body with white markings on their wings. The wings lie flat over their

Stable fly

are light grey in colour; they have a broader abdomen that displays several dark spots in a “checkerboard” pattern; and, most significantly, they have long

Eretmocerus eremicus

and red ocelli, measuring about 0.75 mm, while males are slightly smaller, dark yellow to brown, with distinguishing antennae differences.

Anagyrus vladimiri

response, i.e. the female is strongly attracted to light and is inactive in darkness.

Pollination checklist tomato

warmest part of the day. Ensure that the hive gets some sunlight during the dark winter period. Shade can be provided by the crop, a crate, or other screening

Broad mite

attack of broad mite ( Polyphagotarsonemus latus ), is the appearance of dark brown edges at the base of young leaves. In case of a mild infestation, one

Scia-Rid

Upon receipt, take boxes out of the insulating shipment packaging. Keep in a dark, ventilated refrigerator/cold room until use.

Aphidius colemani

antennae, a rounded abdomen that is shorter than the wings, and is black with dark brown legs. A female has a more pointed abdomen that is as long as the wings