• Steinernema carpocapsae

  feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect [...] pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes effectively control pests by parasitizing and killing them, providing a natural and env [...] carpocapsae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their

• Corn rootworm

  overwinters in the soil in the egg stage. Egg hatching start in the middle of May and continues until the begin of July, with the presence of larvae peaking [...] feeding on the silk of the female flowers, can cause flower abortion and, in the case of heavy infestations, significantly reduce the number of seeds. During [...] facilitate the development of toxic fungi in the cob, with the resulting production of mycotoxins. Life cycle and appearance In Europe, the western corn rootworm

• Enermix

  Cardboard strips with 5 cards each, wrapped in plastic, in a cardboard box, each card holds 60 parasitized whitefly pupae, 30 E. formosa and 30 E. eremicus [...] exposed to direct sunlight Dosage The dosage of Enermix depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation [...] effective at temperatures between 20°C and 25°C (68 and 77°F). At a 24 hours average temperature below 17°C/63°F the control of whiteflies may be insufficient

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving process [...] represents the potential of organic farming and the integration of beneficial insects in crop protection. As he navigates challenges and celebrates successes [...] emphasizes the important role of beneficial insects in their organic farming approach. By introducing predatory mites and other beneficial insects, Lukas

• Tobacco aphid

  Life cycle and appearance of Tobacco aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. [...] evolved from the peach potato aphid in the Far East and is a key pest of tobacco crops in both the United States and South America. The tobacco aphid ( [...] is also encountered in a range of crops in greenhouses, such as sweet pepper, aubergine, chrysanthemum, and various pot plants and cut flower crops. Damage

• Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

  biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We worked in consultation with distributor Mertens and decided that in spring [...] Van Rijswijk is confident that the use of nematodes helps to reduce the level of infestation. ‘By using Entonem and extracting the nests as a curative measure [...] manageable for now. In the longer term, improving biodiversity will have an important role to play – breaching the monocultures of the oak and stimulating the

• Fall Armyworm

  lay their eggs in clusters of 150-200 and can lay up to 2000 eggs in a lifetime. Eggs are white, pinkish or light green and spherical, and are usually laid [...] damage in appearance). Life cycle of the Fall Armyworm Adult moths are 20 to 25 mm long and have a wingspan of 32-38 mm. They are nocturnal and most active [...] on the front of the head and four large spots on the upper surface of the last segment. Pupae are reddish brown and measure 13 to 17 mm in length. The eggs

• Spidex Vital Go

  Tetranychus urticae ) and other Tetranychus spp., except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop [...] Sachets in cardboard box. Carrier Wood chips. Downloads Predatory mites whitepaper Application Hang sachets in and around first spider mite hotspots, in sheltered [...] locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight. In tomato only use Spidex Vital Go in hotspots Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard

• Tomato russet mite

  was detected for the first time in Australia and is a pest in tomatoes in all areas where they are grown. Other members of the plant family Solanaceae may [...] become brown and brittle. Badly affected tomato leaves and stems lose their trichomes (leaf hairs). Affected stems turn a rusty brown colour, and in serious [...] The fruit can also be affected, and when this happens in tomatoes, the skin becomes coarse and turns reddish brown and the fruit itself is sometimes deformed

• Natutec Trianum-G tool

  Trianum-G Tool and accessories in a dry and dust-free area. The Trianum-G Tool can be stored in the supplied case. Always store the batteries in the chargers [...] the Trianum-G tool for the accurate and uniform distribution of Trianum-G at the start of the cultivation. Mode of action The Trianum-G tool is a hand-held [...] following components: Dosing device 2x 1 litre dosing bottle 2x dosing sprinkler heads: 1 gram & 1.5 gram Charger for the built-in battery Allen key for attachiing