Potato aphid

to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit sticky [...] characteristic of the potato aphid and is particularly visible in the nymphs. Immatures have a light dusting of whitish-grey wax. The aphids instantly [...] early enough in the season, the death of young plants. Retarded growth and defoliation reduce yield. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content

Japanese beetle

on the A2 list of the European Plant Protection Organization (EPPO). To prevent its further spread in Europe, occurrences outside the known area in Italy [...] about 15-20 cm deep in the soil. In early spring, when the soil temperatures increase, the grubs move closer to the surface and resume feeding on plant [...] not a pest in Japan, extensive turf, and a lack of natural enemies, allowed populations to rapidly build up and spread steadily in the US. In Europe, Popillia

Rose aphid

females of the rose aphid are 1.7-3.6 mm long and green or deep pink to red-brown. The antennae and sometimes the head is dark in colour. The siphunculi [...] appearance of Rose aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. In greenhouses [...] siphunculi are black and bent outwards. The rose aphid usually overwinters on rose bushes in the egg stage, although in mild winter some adults may continue to

Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level occurs at a slow [...] insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems and offer a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to chemical pesticides [...] Hypoaspis miles) is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips Sciarid flies (Fungus gnats) The predatory mites feed on larvae of sciarid flies , thrips

Green peach aphid

to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit sticky [...] families. Damage symptoms Of all the aphids , the peach potato aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is the most important vector of viral diseases. It can [...] from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

effective in controlling large populations of mealybugs. Once the supply of mealybugs becomes inadequate, the ladybirds fly off in search of new prey. [...] citrus mealybug and the long-tailed mealybug . The predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is used for the control of the following pests: Mealybugs : e.g [...] than 25 second and third instar mealybug nymphs. The larvae of the late third and fourth in stars are the most voracious, consuming up to 30 mealybugs per

Nutari

cucumeris , Transeius montdorensis ) in the beginning of the season and at low prey densities. Mode of action When density of the target pest is low and there [...] available in the crop Nutari can be provided as alternative food source for predatory mites . This will ensure a standing army of predatory mites in the crop [...] Start directly together with or just after the first introduction of predatory mites Continue to apply during the season, even when pests are present Nutari

Tetrapar

Appearance The eggs of the parasitoid are covered with a mucilaginous substance and are attached to the body wall of the psyllid nymph. The larvae are [...] Distribute the wasps evenly over the entire surface of the crop, releasing the product every 20 m alternating between the rows or beds. Carry out the introduction [...] introduction of Tetrapar during the morning or in the late afternoon, to avoid high temperatures and radiation. Dosage The dosage of Tetrapar depends on climate

Amblydromalus limonicus

approximately 0.14 mm in diameter. The larvae have six legs, are the same colour as the eggs, and are only slightly larger. The larvae of Amblydromalus limonicus [...] reproductive capacity Delivers one of the highest predation rates among predatory mites Shows promising potential in the control of invasive thrips species Performs [...] leaves, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish in the crop before the pest appears. Amblydromalus limonicus

Akanthomyces muscarius

inside the pest, the fungus grows and proliferates, ultimately leading to the death of the insect host. This process is often facilitated by the production [...] weakens the pests, eventually leading to their death. Additionally, the fungus produces enzymes and toxins that further contribute to the demise of the pests [...] muscarius The efficacy of Akanthomyces muscarius depends on temperature and relative humidity conditions inside the crop canopy and the timing of application