Feltiella acarisuga

achieved in a humid environment (>80% relative humidity) and at temperatures between 20 and 27°C (68 and 81°F). Feeding behaviour of Feltiella acarisuga Feltiella [...] 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 [...] ). Make a hole in the lid and place the cup on the rock wool slab or directly on the soil Protect against direct sunlight and water Leave the cup in place

Cranberry

specific parts of North America, namely the central and eastern part of Canada and the northeastern and north-central areas of the United States. This cranberry [...] qualifies as a shrub and usually grows on the ground surface first and then ascends. The plant produces white or pink flowers and afterwards sour-tasting [...] the Pacific Coast of North America and parts of Europe. This species of cranberry belongs to the subgenus Oxycoccus and genus Vaccinium . This species of

Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

high-end supermarkets and we want to offer a constant, safe and sustainable product. As the use of chemicals is under pressure and biological protection [...] more than 80%. The large infestation which was present was reduced and under control, and the application greatly contributed to the condition of the plants [...] based its farming methods on criteria that respect the environment and people, and the quality of its product. The company built its first greenhouses

Eggplant

nightshade and is widely produced for its tasty fruit. In North America and Australia the fruit is called eggplant and in South Africa and Southeast Asia [...] as brinjal. The eggplant is a member of the genus Solanum and is thus related to the tomato and potato. Botanically speaking however, the eggplant is classified [...] classified as a berry. The fruit contains many small and soft seeds. These seeds taste rather bitter, because they contain nicotinoid alkaloids, just like

Green potted plants

varieties and are usually used as garden plants, because of their attractive foliage, flowers and ornate red fruits. These plants grow in the shade and need [...] Skimmia plants are strong and are tolerant of drought, but also air pollution. Dieffenbachia is a very popular ornamental plant and usually sold as houseplant [...] houseplant. The leaves of the Dieffenbachia have white spots and specks and turn the plant into a decorative indoor object. The plant itself is a perennial,

Aphidius matricariae

remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Aphipar -M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should [...] The natural enemy Aphidius matricariae is most effective between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). The effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 28°C/82°F. [...] aphid, the larvae hatch and begin to feed internally. They use their specialized mouthparts to penetrate the aphid’s body and siphon off its nutrients

Amblydromalus limonicus

species of thrips (first and second larval stages) and eggs and larvae of greenhouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes vaporariorum ) and tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia [...] appears. Amblydromalus limonicus can feed on eggs, crawlers and larvae of whiteflies and first and second instar larvae of thrips. Young whitefly eggs (less [...] 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

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

traditional and organic agriculture come together. Koen shares his personal experiences and insights about the future of agriculture, where traditional and organic [...] practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually quite [...] increasingly critical. Society expects more and more that agriculture is environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

on mealybugs , seizing their prey and consuming them entirely. Adult ladybirds and young larvae prefer the eggs and young larvae, while older larvae appear [...] They are elongated and have a segmented body with a dark brown or black coloration. Larvae have prominent mandibles and actively hunt and feed on mealybug [...] temperatures, Cryptobug is most effective at temperatures between 25°C and 28°C (68 and 82°F). Feeding behaviour of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri All moving stages

Grapes

Europe and southwestern Asia and thus has been cultivated in Morocco and Portugal, southern Germany and Iran. The grape is the fruit of this plant and is actually [...] are consumed fresh and they are processed to make wine or juice and dried to produce raisins. Nowadays there are between 5,000 and 10,000 varieties of