distorted leaves or silvery streaks. Finally, introducing biological control agents such as predatory mites can be an effective preventative measure, as these
such as strawberries. This predatory mite was the first biological control agent used commercially in greenhouses and Koppert’s very first product in 1967
around the world. Since its introduction, this natural crop protection agent has been successfully used by local growers and currently protects a substantial
increase. People are becoming increasingly critical about the use of chemical agents in farming methods and this is why we are stepping up the production of
plants very rapidly. Additionally, the widespread use of chemical control agents has resulted in the spider mite developing resistance to a wide range of
With production centers in San Quintín and Vizcaíno, Baja California, Rancho Los Pinos sets the standard for vegetable production, packing, and marketing in northwestern Mexico. Renowned for quality a
or beneficial nematodes, are microscopic roundworms that serve as natural agents for biological pest control . Beneficial nematodes are highly specific in
challenges and one of them is the severe reduction in the use of chemical agents. In fact, a lot of them are going to disappear over the next three to five
Pests Two spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ); European red mite ( Panonychus ulmi ); citrus red mite ( Panonychus citri ); other spider mite species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of actio
tools, equipment, and surfaces. Finally, introducing biological control agents such as predatory mites can be an effective way to keep plant mite populations
