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and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society, with safe food in sufficient [...] and parasitic wasps are released to combat harmful insects, in the same way as they do in the wild. Koppert supplies various species of parasitic wasps [...] natural pollination ? Vegetables such as tomatoes and sweet peppers are often propagated in greenhouses. By the time a delicious little tomato reaches your

Broad mite

latus) occurs in the tropics and in greenhouses in temperate regions. The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) has a wide range of host plants, especially [...] severely attacked, the growing tip can be killed, plant growth stops and, in time, the whole plant dies off. Cork tissue can also develop on fruit. Where pierced [...] species that feed on fungi, algae, plants, as well as insect and mite predators and parasites. Those living on plants can cause considerable damage to their

Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

similar products in suboptimal climates. Whether you’re growing peppers, strawberries, melons, or citrus fruits, in tunnels or open fields, or in consistently [...] proven to be especially effective in crops such as cucumber, sweet pepper, rose, and gerbera, offering reliable pest control in biological pest management systems [...] significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016, we introduced

Corn earworm

are corn, sorghum, cotton, aubergine, pepper, and tomato. They primarily feed on flowers and fruit from the host plant, as well as on the corn of immature [...] which will start to feed again on the tip of the cob, making holes in the corn. In other crops, they prefer flower buds and soft fruit. They cause visible [...] cephalic capsule in the first stage, but later adopting a variety of colours such as green, brown, pink, and yellow. Other features are its size in the final

Orius insidiosus

. This beneficial insect has been widely utilized in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies in various agricultural and horticultural crops worldwide [...] insidiosus is available in bottles ( Thripor-I ) Shake bottle gently before use Spread material on clean rock wool slabs, leaves and/or in application boxes [...] boxes ( Dibox ) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make sure the material remains undisturbed at

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

usually laid individually or in clusters on plant foliage or near mealybug-infested areas. They are typically yellow-white in color and may be found attached [...] related to mealybugs are eaten, such as soft scales or aphids . However, this beetle is most effective in controlling large populations of mealybugs. Once the [...] late third and fourth in stars are the most voracious, consuming up to 30 mealybugs per day. 226 Beetles and larvae are most active in sunny conditions. Above

Neoseiulus cucumeris

instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish itself in the crop before the pest appears. The success of predatory mites in controlling [...] Neoseiulus cucumeris in sachets The predatory mite Neoseiulus cucumeris is also available in breeding sachets ( Thripex-Plus ). In this case the predatory [...] predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, avoid hanging

Amblyseius swirskii

feed on pollen, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish in the crop before the pest appears. Amblyseius [...] Ulti-Mite ). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered [...] 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 have six legs, are

Beneficial nematodes

harmful to humans, animals, or plants but are highly effective in controlling harmful insects. Plant-parasitic nematodes Plant-parasitic nematodes are a group [...] bodies, and they come in a variety of sizes, ranging from microscopic to several inches in length. Nematodes play various roles in ecosystems. Some are [...] on organic matter in soil or water, and are essential for nutrient recycling. Others are called parasitic nematodes, infecting plants, insects, animals

How to protect bumblebees from heat

bumblebees in regulating their climate in hot weather conditions. Bumblebee hives with a sustainable future Plant pollinator interaction in hot temperatures [...] temperatures We understand the vital role that bumblebees play in pollination , especially in hot temperature conditions. As temperatures rise, it is crucial [...] keep cool in hot summer conditions to be able to function optimally and carry out their valuable pollination work. Best practice for pollination in hot te