• Thrips

  quality and productivity. Solutions for thrips control Learn more about What are thrips? Several species of thrips are a major problem in greenhouse horticulture [...] larger than 2.5 mm. All thrips species that cause damage in green-houses belong to the family Thripidae. Recognize thrips Thrips adults can be identified [...] particular species of thrips be identified based on form, colour and pattern of hairs. How to prevent thrips Preventing a thrips infestation in your greenhouse

• Impatiens thrips

  last 30 years. The thrips have mostly been able to spread as a consequence of the trade in foliage plants. Impatiens thrips (Echinothrips americanus) has a [...] the bottom of the plant. Life cycle and appearance of Impatiens thrips Impatiens thrips (Echinothrips americanus) develops in six stages: egg, two larval [...] General Impatiens thrips (Echinothrips americanus) is an increasing problem in greenhouse cultivation, having spread to many countries within the last

• Western flower thrips

  western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) is currently the most damaging thrips species in many greenhouse crops. The western flower thrips (Frankliniella [...] numbers of thrips can cause damage by transmitting viruses, or by reducing aesthetic value by damaging flowers, e.g. in roses The western flower thrips (Fra [...] by both viruses. Life cycle and appearance of Western flower thrips The western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) develops in six stages: egg, two

• Ten Facts About Thrips

  August 18, 2021

  facts about thrips to help you brush up your knowledge. Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis on a leaf 1. How can you recognize thrips ? These [...] long). 2. The thrips family is very large; there are many species of thrips. But don’t panic: most of them are harmless. Western flower thrips (Frankliniella [...] against thrips, you need to know which intruder you are dealing with. Koppert's experts help you determine the identity of the intruders. 4. Thrips sucks

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  e, and commercially viable strategy. Thrips impact on crops Thrips such as Frankliniella occidentalis and Thrips tabaci thrive in greenhouses and covered [...] intervention and IPM essential. Biological control of thrips with predatory mites Predatory mites feed on thrips larvae, suppressing populations early in the pest’s [...] generalist predatory mite feeding on thrips, whiteflies and other small insects and mites. It feeds on all larval stages of thrips and has a big appetite compared

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  September 15, 2025

  Thrips remain a persistent challenge in protected horticulture. Emerging species like Thrips parvispinus, Scirtothrips dorsalis , along with established [...] vegetables: Thrips parvispinus : Trials by Koppert Spain show Limonica outperforms other predatory mite species in controlling this aggressive thrips species [...] establish early and exert pressure on thrips populations before they peak. The potential of Limonica against other thrips Although most data currently focuses

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis on a leaf Thrips can cause major damage - that's nothing new. This does mean that you need to detect thrips in good [...] Management . The development of thrips populations can also be monitored very well with the aid of sticky traps. If the number of thrips caught is increasing, it's [...] it's time for extra action! Sticky traps lure adult thrips Keep in mind that by the time the first thrips appear on the sticky traps, the infestation will

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis damage on a gerbera flower In the top ten of infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near the [...] the top. Western flower thrips , in particular, occasionally drives growers to despair. Thrips is a minute, slender insect, and there are various species [...] the leaves, which are very characteristic of thrips. Brown dots can often be seen on flowers. The thrips' strongest strategy is to hibernate in the soil

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  out of hand. Thrips are not picky, with most thrips species targeting many plant species. However, there is a difference in where the thrips congregate and [...] die off. But the damage symptoms also differ by thrips species and by crop. And that's not all: thrips can also cause a loss of vigor and production. So [...] and feed on the plant, as each type of thrips has its own 'favourite spot.' Western flower thrips , for example, prefer flower buds and growth points,

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 24, 2022

  range of products to help you tackle thrips. You don't have to go into battle alone! When tackling a pest such as thrips , it is vital to work systematically [...] Thrips can cause severe problems for growers in many crops. Combating this pest is, therefore, an important focal point in the field of biological control [...] lly. While a whole range of products is available to control thrips , not all products can be used together without causing other issues. For example,