• Neoseiulus californicus

  thrips or pollen. Feeding behaviour of Neoseiulus californicus Neoseiulus californicus is a selective predator of Tetranychid mites, i.e. it prefers to [...] 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 [...] are deposited on the underside of the leaves. They are smaller than those of Phytoseiulus persimilis but similar to eggs of other predatory mites like for

• Rice root aphid

  wingless form is dark olive-green, with a round body 1.4–2.4 mm long. It lives and feeds on the roots of the host plant. The winged form is about 1.8 mm [...] or all of the following symptoms: Wilting; leaves become discoloured and yellow. “Honeydew” deposited on the plant by aphids promotes the growth of mould [...] mould and fungus. Transmission of viral disease between plants. Life cycle and appearance of the Rice root aphid Like most aphids , the rice root aphid appears

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  Sánchez Fresh, says: "One of the reasons why we are getting into biological control is because a law is coming that will limit the use of many molecules and [...] Don Sánchez Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases [...] control is not yet common in avocado production in Mexico, more and more growers are exploring the development and implementation of natural enemies of pests

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  the number of productive weeks and, therefore, in the profitability of the business. The implementation of a biological control program is one of the key [...] quality of fruit for export, since it is produced in safer conditions." Importance of bell pepper cultivation in Mexico The profitability of a crop is based [...] Manuel Tafoya, junior production manager, the release of natural enemies of these pests and the reduction of agrochemical applications have had a positive impact

• Open field pollination

  pivotal role in the formation of fruits and seeds. In the context of open field crop cultivation, effective pollination is key to bountiful harvests and [...] capacity of bumblebees is notably superior, depositing approximately 2.7 times more pollen per flower compared to honeybees. This abundance of pollen proves [...] takes place early at morning, hence the use of bumblebees, whom are early risers, is recommended. Natupol Booster is developed for crops with a short (one to

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  population develops more rapidly.’ A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex Vital is a major advantage for Sjaak van Dijk. ‘As [...] game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps the benefits.’ [...] to Spidex Vital at the start of February. ‘I have three crops a year,’ he tells us five weeks later. ‘As the old crop is always cleared away, I start from

• Western flower thrips

  leaves and the black dots of their excreta indicate their presence in the crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations [...] be found on a wide variety of plants, including many vegetable and ornamental crops in greenhouses, and on various weeds. It is an especially significant [...] insect. The eggs of the western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) are laid in leaves, flower petals and in the soft parts of stalks. They are

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  and human health. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the production of the predatory mite Phytoseiulus [...] Thrips are one of the most challenging pests in horticulture and agriculture, causing both direct and indirect damage to a wide range of crops. Their ability [...] TSWV) increases the risk profile of infestations, making early intervention and IPM essential. Biological control of thrips with predatory mites Predatory

• Greenhouse crop pollination

  With decades of experience and extensive research, we have gained in-depth knowledge of pollinators and their behavior. Our team of experts is dedicated to [...] Greenhouse pollination is vital because it ensures the efficient fertilization of plants within a controlled environment, leading to increased crop yields [...] cultivation of crops and supporting a more stable and sustainable agricultural industry. For the past 40 years we have been at the forefront of developing

• Beetles

  group of insects that are easily recognizable on account of their hard wing covers (elytra). With more than 350,000 known species, Coleoptera is the largest [...] largest of all insect orders and displays an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops or stored products [...] yield loss. Effective beetle control is essential to maintain healthy and productive crops. Biological control of beetles combines preventive monitoring