• Chrysopa

  as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 2-20 per m 2 /release. Releases should be made in infested areas [...] difficult to find. Chrysoperla carnea is active mainly during the night. The larvae hide during the day. Pack size 1,000; 10,000 larvae. Presentation 500 [...] Application Shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Apply on infested leaves For hotspot treatments, apply Chrysopa directly in the heavily affected

• How Does Buzz Pollination Work?

  July 10, 2024

  from the anther to the stigma in self-pollinating species, and from flower to flower in plants requiring cross-pollination. Bumblebees are likely the most [...] t places. Once the vibrations start, the pollen storing poricidal anthers (what contains the pollen) open through small apical pores or slits, from which [...] released in massive quantities. Extracting pollen from this type of specialized flower is achieved most efficiently by the vibrations produced by the bees’

• Cucumber

  growers can reduce the need for chemical interventions. In the case of the presence of the Southern green stink bug ( Nezara viridula ), the introduction of [...] Pest Management (IPM) in cucumber crops Integrated pest management ( IPM ) is of importance in cucumber cultivation, to ensure the health and productivity [...] but also promotes the long-term resilience of the crops, ensuring the production of high-quality cucumbers for consumers. Pests in cucumber Aphids Aphids

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  the antennae. She turns herself around, curls up the wing tips, and will try to pierce the aphid in the abdomen with her long ovipositor. The ovipositor [...] for host feeding while the larger individuals are parasitized. The control of the aphids is due to host feeding and parasitization in roughly equal measure [...] with the parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis Aphelinus abdominalis is a parasitic wasp for the biological control of various aphid species. The parasitic

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  pollen, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish itself in the crop before the pest appears. The success of [...] bottles or buckets The predatory mite Neoseiulus cucumeris is available in a bottle or bucket ( Thripex , Thripex-V ). Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently [...] Neoseiulus cucumeris in sachets The predatory mite Neoseiulus cucumeris is also available in breeding sachets ( Thripex-Plus ). In this case the predatory mites

• Aphidius colemani

  of the Aphidiidae. First the host is examined by drumming with the antennae. This gives the wasp the information about whether the aphid is the right species [...] Aphidius colemani The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains [...] Aphidius colemani is widely used in the biological control of aphids . Aphidius colemani is used for the control of the following pests: Cotton aphid ( Aphis

• Swirski Ulti-Mite

  preventively or as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release [...] sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top [...] necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 10-15°C/50-59°F. Storage conditions In the dark, provide ventilation to prevent CO 2 ac

• Amblyseius andersoni

  5 mm in size. Predatory mites are usually found on the lower surface of the leaves, often in the corner of the main vein and lateral veins. It is not possible [...] sachets The predatory mite Amblyseius andersoni is also available in breeding sachets ( Anso-Mite Plus ). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the [...] Eggs are 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

• Adalia bipunctata

  Adalia bipunctata is available in a cotton bag ( Aphidalia ). Open the bag and attach it to the tree near the first branch with a nail or wire stitch Apply [...] aphid infestations without the need for chemical pesticides. The predatory beetle Adalia bipunctata is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids [...] aphid species, but the product Aphidalia is especially designed for the control of aphids in trees. How to use Adalia bipunctata The predatory beetle Adalia

• Tetrapar

  m alternating between the rows or beds. Carry out the introduction of Tetrapar during the morning or in the late afternoon, to avoid high temperatures [...] substance and are attached to the body wall of the psyllid nymph. The larvae are ecoparasitic and are located under the nymph of the host. Adults have a black [...] Tetrapar preventively or curatively with weekly releases. Distribute the wasps evenly over the entire surface of the crop, releasing the product every 20 m