Northern Corn Rootworm

starve for lack of their corn host) and hatch after corn has been replanted. Univoltine and semivoltine rootworms can interbreed, and they coexist in population [...] plants, their larvae survive exclusively on the roots of corn. This allows producers to control infestation, for the most part, by rotating their corn crop [...] rootworms ( Diabrotica sp.) are a devastating pest of cultivated corn in North America, with losses and management expenditures totaling over 1 billion

Adalia bipunctata

contributes to natural pest control, by preying upon aphids at various stages of their life cycle, helping to control aphid populations and prevent crop damage [...] 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 [...] often employed in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, offering an eco-friendly and sustainable solution to control aphid infestations without the

V10

V10 can be used to protect tomato plants against damaging symptoms of virulent strains of Pepino mosaic virus . Diseases Pepino mosaic virus (PepMV EU [...] PepMV US1. Crops Protected tomato crops. Mode of action Following inoculation with V10, asymptomatic PepMV isolates VC1 and VX1 become established throughout [...] treatment per crop cycle Timing Apply V10 to newly planted tomato crops, preferably as soon as possible and before the first flowers start to open at the latest

Steinernema feltiae

biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of pests, including [...] biological control method to target pest larvae, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and horticulture [...] infect other pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema feltiae nematodes effectively control pests by parasitizing and killing them, providing a natural

Capsanem

information. Timing Timing and frequency depend on the pest species and the crop environment (relative humidity, soil moisture and temperature). Consult a [...] Capsanem can be used for biological control of various insect pests in protected and outdoor crops. It is effective in a wide temperature range. Capsanem [...] scus spp.) Mode of action The nematodes enter the pest and release symbiotic bacteria into the pest's body cavity. These bacteria convert the host tissue

Crop scouting

needs of their crops, growers can tailor their management practices, including irrigation schedules, fertilization programs, and pest control strategies [...] enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems at their initial stages, growers can implement timely and precise solutions, minimizing [...] overall crop health and productivity. Ultimately, crop scouting fosters sustainable agriculture practices by promoting resource efficiency and minimizing en

European red mite

ulmi , is mainly a pest of fruit trees (apple, pear, plum and cherry). However, it can attack a large scale of other woody plants and is occasionally a [...] onion. Adult females are about 0.4 mm long, brick red, and oval shaped with white hairs on their back and white spots (tubercles) at the base of the hairs; [...] yellowish red, and more slender and tapered near the hind end. The development from egg to adult goes faster at higher temperatures and takes approximately

Feltiella acarisuga

start to feed on spider mite eggs, nymphs and adults. They use their mouthparts to first immobilise their prey and then suck out the contents. The larvae [...] eggs and the first larval stages are very difficult to find in the crop due to their small size and colour. Pupal Stage : After completing their larval [...] cocoon near a leaf vein and pupates within it. By closely monitoring their crops and identifying the presence of eggs, larvae, pupae, and adults of Feltiella

RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

RedStar — the Netherlands' largest producer of exclusive taste tomatoes and snack tomatoes. The company is very satisfied with it. ‘We don't really need [...] our scouts and I save an enormous amount of time compared with the former manual counting. Moreover, we can easily record our findings and quickly share [...] Natutec Scout app can also be used to monitor other pests. Koppert is working on making it possible to scan and recognize them. ‘We can already enter our counts

Fusarium wilt

damage during harvest and during post-harvest storage and enhance wound healing after harvest, depending on the crop Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant [...] different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens and can only infect wounded or stressed [...] fungi cause vascular wilt, root rot, foot and stem rot, leaf lesions, fruit rot, head blight in cereals and post-harvest decay. Fusarium oxysporum is the