• Lesser house fly

  houses, making them a particularly annoying deterrent for employees. Adult flies can spread many different pathogens from contaminated breeding sites to healthy [...] remain in flight as they wait to be visited by an unmated female. Female flies are less active and tend to remain close to breeding sites, where they deposit [...] batches of up to 100 on animal feces, moist organic matter or carrion. The brown larvae that emerge after a few days are typically flattened, with a fringe of

• Dibox

  When to use Dibox Use a Dibox for the application of biological products when it is necessary to apply close to a hotspot. This mainly counts for parasitic [...] available in sachets. How to use Dibox Application Fold out the Diboxes Pour the material into the Diboxes Hang the Diboxes close to or at a hotspot Best working

• Thripex

  the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put small heaps on rockwool slabs Make sure the [...] per m2/release. Releases should be repeated if necessary. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 50,000; 100,000; 500,000 predatory

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  essential to point out that exposure to maximum temperatures of more than 30° C for a couple of hours has a negligible effect on pollination. However, a full [...] hand. A humidity of 85% is fine for pollination in a semi-closed greenhouse, while a humidity of more than 80% starts to impede pollination in a conventional [...] brown within one to four hours and make it possible to check the bumblebees’ work. These brown marks can be used to help determine how many hives must be

• House fly

  Houseflies are a well-known pest of farm and home. Believed to have originated in central Asia, the insect expanded its range worldwide long ago as a commensal [...] buildings, they are considered a serious pest because: They can form flying swarms inside barns and hen houses, making them a particularly annoying deterrent [...] until fully grown (7–12 mm), at which point they crawl to a cool, dry place near the breeding site to pupate. Flies in the pupal stage are oval-shaped, with

• Crop scouting

  but also contributes to environmental conservation by reducing chemical inputs. Furthermore, crop scouting empowers growers to make informed decisions based [...] Benefits of crop scouting One of the key benefits of crop scouting is its ability to enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems [...] irrigation schedules, fertilization programs, and pest control strategies, to suit the unique requirements of each field. This data-driven approach enhances

• Leaf miners

  cycle of leaf miners Leaf miner control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our leaf miner control products in action. More [...] are leaf miners? Leaf miners belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae [...] enemies, allowing the leaf miner population to erupt into serious numbers. In addition, the pesticides used to control leaf miners disrupt the biological

• Protected vegetables

  these vegetable pests is an important step into understanding how to control them. Go to pest overview Biological pest control in vegetable crops Vegetable [...] approach to pest management. Instead of resorting to chemical solutions, biocontrol leverages the power of living organisms to control and mitigate pest [...] These tools are designed to attract, capture, and help identify specific pests, allowing growers to assess pest populations and make informed management decisions

• Get Rid of Thrips Naturally Using Predator Mites!

  May 21, 2024

  resistance to multiple spray applications, so the sprays eventually become ineffective. Changing to biocontrol is a more natural and safe way to remove unwanted [...] help decrease the possibility of a large infestation from developing. Remember, thrips pose a significant threat to a wide range of plant species throughout [...] needed for the predator mite to deposit its eggs. In these situations, Thripex is a better choice as there is no value to Swirski’s higher level of re

• Choosing Between Spidex Red and Spidex Vital

  April 3, 2024

  should also be used any time a product needs to be stored at a facility before placement. The food in the bottle provides a buffer against starvation, which [...] strategy. When it comes to combating spider mite infestations, selecting the right predatory mite can make all the difference in a successful control strategy [...] characteristic leads to a swifter response time in terms of feeding and reproducing on spider mites . Immediate Ovipositing : Spidex Red boasts a unique advantage