• Peach

  so-called Prunus persica is a deciduous tree indigenous to Northwest China. There is was first domesticated and cultivated for its fruit. The description ‘persica’ [...] ‘persica’ refers to the popularity of the tree in Persia when it was introduced there. The tree’s fruit is usually sweet and juicy and it is called peach [...] belongs to the genus Prunus (just like the cherry, apricot, almond and plum) and the rose family. Together with the almond, the peach also belongs to the subgenus

• Black vine weevil

  The larvae that hatch have a white, translucent to pinkish body and a reddish brown head. These larvae live in the root zone in the soil where they feed [...] mm long at hatching, but grow to approximately 12 mm. A larva is often curled into the typical C-shape which it assumes whenever it is disturbed. The body [...] sulcatus, is a pest in many ornamental crops (e.g. rhododendron, cyclamen and azalea), as well as in strawberries and other fruit crops in both temperate

• Spidex Boost

  the top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites In contrast to other Koppert products containing mites in sachets, Spidex Boost does not contain a rearing [...] Presentation Sachets in cardboard box Carrier Wood-chips. Application Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets [...] Sachets do not have an exit hole, so each sachet needs to be cut open or an exit hole needs to be pierced into it Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at

• Swirski Ulti-Mite

  Sachets in cardboard box. Carrier Bran. Application Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an [...] hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor [...] whitefly . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory

• Buckthorn-potato aphid

  nasturtii , has a nearly cosmopolitan distribution and is a major pest of potatoes, where it also transmits viruses. It also attacks a large number of [...] adults and a great variety in colour. In greenhouses, reproduction takes place by parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce [...] . The major problem in potatoes is the transmission of viruses. Life cycle and appearance of Buckthorn-potato aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with

• Maximizing Bumblebee Pollination in Canadian Fruit Crops

  July 15, 2024

  spend a few days repairing the hive before they start foraging for pollen. Note: 5-7 days prior to a flower’s opening is a good delivery window to aim for [...] open. Getting bumblebees in early will ensure they have the full pollination window to do their work and will provide a buffer in case the colonies get mildly [...] Bumblebees can play a key role in strengthening pollination programs as they are highly adapted to Canadian weather conditions. Compared to honeybees, they

• Entonem

  ity Pesticides can have (in)direct effects on biological solutions As a general rule for tank mixing, always add the nematodes to a fully filled tank [...] pest insects in the root zone turn yellow to brown but may be difficult to find, due to rapid degradation. Infected foliar pests simply fall to the ground [...] 1 sachet of 50 million in a box. 500 million - 2 sachets of 250 million in a box. 2,500 million - 10 sachets of 250 million in a box. Developmental stage

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  These biocontrol solutions have not only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly [...] "Explotación de los pardos," where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's agricultural [...] Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates

• Citrus mealybug

  females and as soon as a male emerges from its cocoon, it goes in search of a female. A fertilized female lays several hundreds of eggs in an elongated cottony [...] effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore the yield. Flowers and fruit often drop off. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but low in proteins. In order [...] active in their search for a new feeding place and are capable of moving a reasonable distance over the plant. The male nymph attaches itself to the plant

• Beet armyworm

  a exigua) has become a regular problem for horticulturalists due to its resistance to nearly all insecticides, and its ability to develop on wild vegetation [...] during the summer. It is highly polyphagous, feeding on plants of more than 20 families. It is a serious pest in greenhouses, where it feeds on ornamental [...] consequences for the growth of the crop. With a substantial population of caterpillars, the damage can spread to the stems, and in the worst cases to the fruit