American serpentine leaf miner

females can also reduce yield, although except with ornamental crops, this is usually of less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be completely [...] full-grown plants of fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable quantity of foliage can get damaged before the harvest is affected. The older larvae [...] American serpentine leaf miner The life cycle of a leaf miner has the following stages: egg, three larval instars, a pupal instar and the adult fly. Adult leaf

Corn rootworm

which high population densities can develop, and consequently it is susceptible to serious damage. Adults may also be found on Poaceae, Asteraceae, Fabaceae [...] lodging. This causes a typical gooseneck-like shape also called goose necking. The adults, feeding on the silk of the female flowers, can cause flower abortion [...] General The western corn rootworm ( Diabrotica virgifera virgifera ) is a chrysomelid beetle originating from North America, where it is regarded as the

Horiver Rollertrap

leaf miner and fungus gnats in hot spots or places where high pressure can be expected, such as along gables, ventilation windows and (other) draughty [...] except for the 30 cm width which needs to be placed 40 cm above the crop To assist with placement, insert a rod or other expedient through the center opening [...] Rollertraps are at least at room temperature before placing them. The glue will be softer and the traps will unroll more easily. Application Place Rollertraps

Effective control with Chrysopa-E!

number of predators Effective control Chrysopa-E can be produced at much lower production costs, so you can use many more beneficials at less expense. It [...] mealybugs and Echinothrips, so this is a natural enemy with a big menu in that respect. Chrysopa-E is suitable for a wide range of crops and Koppert has conducted [...] hotspots can grow explosively. By using an earlier phase of lacewing - the natural enemy of aphids, mealybugs and Echinothrips – growers can now tackle

Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

onwards, which is really early. Nesidiocoris tenuis is a bug that has been a problem in France for a good 10 years. It causes significant damage, particularly [...] Capsanem must be aimed at the top of the plant and run-off must be avoided. We honed our recommendations to try to affect Macrolophus less. It is a delicate [...] delicate balance, but Capsanem means chemical treatment can be avoided, which is the objective of many companies.’ The nematode protection method for Nesidiocoris

Protected vegetables

detection of pests. The dashboard provides you with a complete overview of your scouting data which can be extended by uploading historical scouting observations [...] cultivation, IPM plays a pivotal role in ensuring both crop health and environmental sustainability. Understanding IPM IPM is a holistic and proactive [...] agricultural systems, ensuring that future generations can continue to farm and thrive. You might be looking for: Plant Pests Disease control Bumblebee p

Bumblebee pollination

honeybees. Bumblebees tend to visit all crops close to the hive, which can be a benefit when less attractive crops need better pollination. Bumblebees [...] Bumblebee pollination is a vital and efficient process for growers seeking high-quality crop yields. As natural pollinators, bumblebees play a crucial role in enhancing [...] colonies with a long life span offer more pollination hours. Comparison trials showed Natupol colonies produced more brood and bees over a longer period

Tobacco whitefly

symptoms The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and [...] feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and fall. Such leaf [...] deposit their eggs. This is why on one leaf all different developmental stages can be found together. When shaking infested plants, adults will first fly, then

Drososan

traps hang at least one metre above the ground. In taller crops, the traps can be placed in the crop Protect the traps against direct sunlight Check the traps [...] traps must be refilled Dosage The number of traps required depends on local factors such as climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted [...] suzukii). Crops Various fruit crops. Mode of action The Drososan trap needs to be used in combination with Fruit Fly Attractant. The spotted wing drosophila

Cabbage leafroller

these days, the cabbage leafroller has also become a pest in greenhouse crops. Great damage can be inflicted on ornamental crops, such as roses, alstroemeria [...] Caterpillars can also bore into the plant: young caterpillars eat a path from an opening bud to the growing tip, while older caterpillars eat a hole in the [...] covered with a gelatinous layer on the upper side of leaves, preferably on major veins or depressions in the epidermis. The caterpillar has a dark green