• Blueberry

  bumblebees are active pollinators, capable of foraging in cooler temperatures and under cloudy conditions when other bees may be less active. This flexibility [...] Chrysopa , Chrysopa-E ), also contribute to mealybug control. Their larvae actively feed on mealybugs. Beetle control Beneficial nematodes such as Steinernema [...] of beetles , including weevils. When applied to the soil, the nematodes actively seek out beetle larvae and infect them with bacteria, causing their demise

• Pepper weevil

  monitor them during the cooler parts of the day, as this is when they are most active. Another recommendation is to inspect the ground as well as the flowers [...] total, the larva passes through three larval stages during which its only activity is feeding; the larval stage lasts around seven to eight days, depending

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  hives if necessary or temporarily carry out hand pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall [...] above the crop near the end of the plant rows. Artificial light Flight activity Flower open Pollination solutions 09-2023 | PR28302 Make sure the hives [...] pneumatic opening systems. Don’t close the screens when the bumblebees are active. Also take care that coating, polycarbonate plates, screens, or other light

• Caterpillars

  beneficial nematodes target caterpillar larvae. Sticky traps help monitor pest activity and reduce flying populations. With Koppert’s biological solutions for [...] distinguishable from other insects. Many of the butterfly species that are active during the day can be strikingly colourful while moth flying at night are

• Black vine weevil

  damage than young plants or just planted cuttings. The adult beetles are only active at night, taking round bites out of the leaves, starting from the edge. [...] usually as medium sized instars. Once the temperature rises, the larvae become active again. The full-grown larvae pupate in spring in the soil. The depth where

• Strawberry

  bumblebees is their activity as pollinators in cooler temperatures and under cloudy conditions, when other bees may be less active. Their flexibility allows [...] foliage, flowers and developing fruits of strawberry plants. Their feeding activity can cause various types of damage, including stippling, distortion and [...] growth, reduced vigour and nutrient deficiencies. The nematodes' feeding activity can also create entry points for secondary infections by fungi and bacteria

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  bumblebees from heat. Hot temperatures can significantly impact pollinators' activity and efficiency, including bumblebees. High heat levels can affect bumblebees' [...] al conditions. Above 28°C the pollination capacity is reduced as their activity is focused on cooling the hive. Above 32°C pollination may stop due to

• Beet armyworm

  exigua) is a small, nondescript moth, that hides during the day and is active only at night. The forewings are grey-brown suffused with a dark brown or [...] which they remain until the third or fourth instar. Older caterpillars are active walkers and can cover considerable distances. Therefore, caterpillars from

• Steinernema feltiae

  to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage, these microscopic roundworms actively seek out their target pests. Once they locate a suitable host, Steinernema [...] s Best conditions for use of Steinernema feltiae Steinernema feltiae is active between 10-31°C/50-88°F but performs best at temperatures between 14-26

• Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

  a process called parasitism. When applied, these microscopic roundworms actively seek out beetle larvae. Once they locate a suitable host, Heterorhabditis [...] Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes Heterorhabditis bacteriophora is active between 16-35°C/61-95°F but performs best at temperatures between 19-33