Asian citrus psyllid

It is widely distributed in southern Asia and the disease is responsible for the destruction of several citrus industries in Asia and Africa. In North [...] 3 days, oviposition begins about 1 or 2 days after mating and adults live for several months. Females psyllids lay more than 800 eggs during their life [...] damages citrus by burning back new shoots or causing leaves to twist or notch as they mature. Worst damage is done when the insect is vector of the bacterium

Bacterial wilt, brown rot

conditions favourable for the bacteria, the whole plant will wilt soon after the first symptoms appear. When conditions are less conducive for disease development [...] tomato. Whereas other races have optimum temperatures of 35-37 °C, the optimum for Race 3 is 27 °C, which makes it more dangerous in temperate regions. It survives [...] in water and in many different soil types and on alternative hosts like weeds. It invades the plants through wounds or stomata and then spreads into the

Pollination checklist outdoor

shade, for example by positioning it in the shadow of the crop. Ensure that the underside of the hive is kept dry. Keep the hive entrance visible for humans [...] bumblebees during the flowering period. For instance, position the hive on a crate or on a stack of stones. Flowering weeds may be visited by bumblebees in addition [...] bumblebees to gather food. Position the hives evenly throughout the plot for maximum results. The recommended number of hives is dependent on the crop

Western flower thrips

Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Damage symptoms How to get rid of Western flower thrips Recommended for you [...] including many vegetable and ornamental crops in greenhouses, and on various weeds. It is an especially significant pest in cucumber, sweet pepper, eggplants [...] western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) is the most important vector for both tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) and impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV)

Southern European marshland pyralid

Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Damage symptoms How to get rid of Southern European marshland pyralid Recommended for you [...] aquatic plants, vegetable crops such as celery, pepper and lettuce, and weeds. The secretive habit of the caterpillars of this species makes them very [...] cinerea . In gerbera, the flower buds may also be eaten. It has even been known for the caterpillars to inflict damage to the roots of crops cultivated in an

Diamond back moth

seeds. Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Damage symptoms How to get rid of Diamond back moth Recommended for you [...] Plutellidae . It only attacks Brassicaceae species, including cruciferous weeds. The diamond back moth (Plutella xylostella) is suggested to have its origin [...] Throughout their development, larvae remain quite small and active. Except for the first instar, which mines in the leaf tissue, the larvae are voracious

Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

Wolterinck BV in Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies [...] Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar. ‘We’ve been using nematodes for years. The product is our preferred method over products based on Bacillus [...] which can only be used on trees with leaves. Nematodes are a better solution for urban areas.’ Wolterinck BV sprays the nematodes when the caterpillar egg

Impatiens thrips

plant. Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Damage symptoms How to get rid of Impatiens thrips Recommended for you [...] and eggplants. It lives exclusively on the leaves and is often present on weeds in greenhouses. About Impatiens thrips Life cycle and appearance of Impatiens

Outdoor crops pollination advice

recommendations shown below. Download Pollination Checklist Outdoor Tips for outdoor pollination Timing Introduce bumblebees to the area 4-7 days before [...] period Allow the bumblebees to calm down after positioning the hive. Wait for at least 30 minutes before opening the hive doors. The transportation and [...] direct sunlight, especially during warm periods. Ensure sufficient shade for the hive by positioning it in the shadow of the crop or providing additional

Aphids

solutions for aphids, professional growers can achieve consistent pest management, maintain crop quality, yield and sustainability. Solutions for aphid control [...] virus transmission and yield loss. Effective aphid control is essential for maintaining healthy, productive crops. Biological control of aphids uses a [...] aphids have two pairs of wings, one of which is much larger than the other. For a large part of the season an aphid population consists of viviparous females