• Pollination

  the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower on the same plant or on another plant. Many flowers require insects such as bumblebees or flies [...] the stigma of the flower. If the pollen is transferred from anther to stigma on the same flower it is called self-pollination. Cross pollination, is the transfer

• Aphilin

  Application Release mummies near infested plants, because Aphelinus abdominalis is not very mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes [...] and glasshouse potato aphid ( Aulacorthum solani ). It also has an effect on the peach potato aphid ( Myzus persicae ) and other aphid species. Mode of [...] its introduction site for a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular

• Adalia bipunctata

  and red markings on their wing covers. They have a compact body shape and are typically observed actively moving on plants, feeding on aphids . By recognizing [...] from pale yellow to light brown depending on environmental conditions. Pupae are often found attached to plant surfaces or hidden in sheltered locations [...] used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Adalia bipunctata feeds on all aphid species, but the product Aphidalia is especially designed for the

• Eretmocerus eremicus

  ely 75 cm under the plant head Avoid to hang cards at places exposed to direct sunlight The dosage of Ercal or Enermix depends on climate, crop and whitefly [...] whitefly infestations. Adults of this species do not feed on whiteflies but instead rely on nectar and honeydew for nourishment. Life cycle and appearance [...] use Eretmocerus eremicus The natural enemy Eretmocerus eremicus is available on cardboard strips as single species ( Ercal ) and in combination with Encarsia

• Rose aphid

  spread the infestation to other rose plants and sometimes also to secondary hosts. Colonies are often present on rose bushes throughout autumn until their [...] Foliage and flowers are often disfigured and contaminated with sticky honeydew on which black sooty moulds develop. Life cycle and appearance of Rose aphid [...] 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

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  volatiles emitted by damaged plants. Phytoseiid mites have no eyes and therefore rely on volatiles released by damaged plants and their tactile sense to [...] mites actively seek out and prey on the Two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) . The predatory mite cannot feed on other prey. Feeding behaviour of [...] development stages only feed on smaller prey stages. The larvae do not eat. They develop quickly to protonymph and then start to feed on spider mites. The quantity

• Using Predatory Mites, but still having Thrips Issues? Close the Gap in your Thrips Control Program

  July 16, 2024

  found on the plants. They will feed on any mobile thrips in the crop (larva and adults). For larger thrips species more common in tropical plants, it is [...] of ways: on new plant material, clothing, pets, or flying in from outside. Once in the growing space, thrips immediately begin damaging plants by a combination [...] silvering damage seen on leaves and disrupting the photosynthesis process affecting yields), ovipositing (egg laying), and transferring plant viruses. Thrips

• Harnessing the Power of Parasitic Wasps

  March 21, 2024

  Feeding on plant sap by piercing the plant’s vascular system with their needle-like mouthparts. This feeding robs the energy reserves, weakens the plant, and [...] crops. These tiny insects deposit their eggs on the newest plant growth and develop sequentially down the plant as the crop matures, severely damaging the [...] nutrients and water. As a result, the plant can become stunted and exhibit symptoms of nutrient deficiency, which reduces plant defenses causing a decrease in

• Cryptobug

  Deploy Cryptobug on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes close to or at a hotspot Apply in the evening Dosage The dosage of Cryptobug depends on climate, crop and [...] Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions The minimum

• Encarsia formosa

  ly 75 cm under the plant head Avoid to hang cards at places exposed to direct sunlight The dosage of En-Strip or Enermix depends on climate, crop and whitefly [...] based on the density of the whitefly population, making it a valuable tool in integrated pest management . The wasps themselves do not feed on whiteflies [...] important natural enemy for farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides. Encarsia formosa is used for the control of the following