• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several berry growers in the region. That was when they learned [...] such as raspberries, led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe [...] getting into biological control is because a law is coming that will limit the use of many molecules and insecticides. Together with Koppert, Don Sánchez Fresh

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  customers,’ Zoboli continues. ‘It is better to use them when the larvae are small in order to maximize their effect. When the moment comes, we apply them 3 [...] achieve the maximum effectiveness. The crops are now strong and healthy and the Tuta absoluta is not such a big problem anymore thanks to the comprehensive [...] ‘This is the first year we have applied Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle of three nematode treatments, we saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop

• Chrysopa

  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 [...] species . Mode of action Larvae of the lacewing attack their prey and suck their body fluids. Visual effect Prey is sucked out, shrivelled skins are difficult [...] Application Shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Apply on infested leaves For hotspot treatments, apply Chrysopa directly in the heavily affected

• Cabbage leafroller

  forming a “V” when at rest. At rest, the wings are held folded almost horizontally over the body. The antennae are thin and of medium length. The moths fly [...] colour. The ventral surface is lighter than the dorsal, with hairs located in warty spots that are lighter than the general body colour. In general, the caterpillar [...] fly when it is dark. The yellow eggs are laid in batches of 10 to 90 pieces and covered with a gelatinous layer on the upper side of leaves, preferably on

• Protected vegetables

  control, and the judicious use of compatible pesticides when necessary. Emphasizing Sustainability One of the fundamental principles of IPM is its commitment [...] chemical dependency: IPM reduces the need for chemical pesticides, minimizing the risk of harmful residues on vegetables. This is crucial for meeting stringent [...] Management (IPM) is a comprehensive and sustainable approach to pest and disease management that has revolutionized modern agriculture. In the context of p

• Neoseiulus californicus

  colour. In many cases the colour of the food ingested shines through the skin and shows up as an X-shaped marking on the back. If the food supply has been [...] persimilis in the complete absence of food, remaining in the crop to await the arrival of new prey. Life cycle of Neoseiulus californicus The developmental [...] bottles The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus is available in a bottle ( Spical ). Turn and shake bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  settings. The predatory gall midge Aphidoletes aphidimyza is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Aphidoletes aphidimyza is available at [...] aphidimyza The predatory gall midge Aphidoletes aphidimyza is available in bottle ( Aphidend ). Open the bottle in the greenhouse Place the bottle directly [...] directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the plants Do not scatter the contents Once emerged, the adult gall-midges will leave the bottle

• Peach

  ‘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 or [...] nectarine. The 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 [...] About The so-called Prunus persica is a deciduous tree indigenous to Northwest China. There is was first domesticated and cultivated for its fruit. The

• Parasitic wasps

  begin to feed on the host pest. They consume the host from the inside, which ultimately leads to the death of the host. Pupal stage: After the larvae have consumed [...] eggs either inside the host's body or attaches them to the host's exterior. Larval development: When the parasitic wasp eggs hatch, the newly emerged larvae [...] emerges from the host's body or the cocoon. The host pest is typically killed in the process. Host feeding In addition to parasitization, some parasitic

• Steinernema feltiae

  ultimately killing the host within a few days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new [...] nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria, typically of the genus Xenorhabdus [...] in direct sunlight The moisture content of the soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right