• Lettuce

  Asteraceae. It is a hardy annual that is easy to cultivate and most often grown for its leaves. It is, however, often plagued on by a number of insect and mammal [...] mammal pests and fungal and bacterial diseases, and can suffer numerous nutrient deficiencies.

• Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

  direct and hydroponic cultivation, in Châteaurenard near Marseille, and have done for four generations. We have to control Nesidiocoris because it is very [...] for as long as it has existed in France. We saw that it was effective. We have used Capsanem on several blocks to regulate the bug and have tried several [...] very localized way, and also the treatment robot, which is used by blocking the lower nozzles so that it acts only on the head and avoids our Macrolophus

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  September 15, 2025

  (both first and second instar larvae), whitefly eggs and nymphs, and, to some extent, spider mites . Its versatility and high predation rate make it a valuable [...] dorsalis : Known for its rapid spread and damage to peppers and strawberries, this species is well-targeted by Limonica due to its ability to feed on second [...] needed to confirm its efficacy across different crops and climates. Strengths and considerations “What makes Limonica stand out is its ability to establish

• Aphidius ervi

  remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Ervipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should [...] ervi The parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi is most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). This natural enemy is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F [...] aphid's internal tissues. They use their mouthparts to puncture the aphid and consume its bodily fluids, ultimately leading to the host's demise. In environments

• Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

  wasps and predatory bug. ‘It goes without saying that Mycotal’s biological nature is a big plus, as it means we can use it almost indefinitely and the whitefly [...] with SON-T and LED lamps, grows crops from week 34 to week 31 inclusive. ‘It never gets cold in there, so the level of infestation is higher and whitefly [...] Whitefly is and remains a pernicious pest for growers of tomatoes and other crops. This is further aggravated by the fact that there are almost no effective

• Flowering potted plants

  well known and popular for its large red, white and green leaves, especially around Christmas. Begonia is a perennial flowering plants and belongs to the [...] grown indoors and are used as ornamental houseplants in countries with colder climates. Kalanchoe is a tropical, succulent flowering plant and a genus that [...] Hibiscus is well known for its large, ornate flowers which are trumpet-shaped. These flowers have five or more petals and their colour varies from white

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  which the fruit and vegetable product present the physical and organoleptic characteristics of the variety, free of pests and diseases and free of pesticides [...] this biological fungicide has been registered since 2018 in its two formulations ( Trianum-P and Trianum-G ). Industrial crops, like all others, are also [...] y. With mechanization, it is very important that all plants reach the end of their cycle with a high level of plant health and vigour so that the harvesting

• Adalia bipunctata

  including nymphs and adults. Adalia bipunctata 's feeding behaviour is characterized by its ability to rapidly reduce aphid numbers, making it a highly effective [...] bipunctata beetles are small and round with distinctive black and red markings on their wing covers. They have a compact body shape and are typically observed [...] populations and prevent crop damage. Adalia bipunctat a is often employed in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, offering an eco-friendly and sustainable

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  species of thrips (first and second larval stages) and eggs and larvae of greenhouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes vaporariorum ) and tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia [...] eggs per day on older eggs and 3.3-3.4 eggs per day on crawlers and nymphs. It consumes about 7 first instar larvae of thrips and lays 3 eggs per day at 25°C [...] effectively across a wide range of temperatures. It remains active and able to predate and reproduce in both cooler and warmer conditions. Trials have shown that

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  as whitefly , red spider mite and thrips in time and release in a timely manner the beneficial that each one requires and thus be able to harvest a good [...] improves its hydroponic production processes thanks to the compliance required by international certifiers that endorse its habaneros as a safe and innocuous [...] system. Since its founding in 2017, they have been clear about their goal: to produce high-value fruits, where they help ecosystems and offer a qualified