• Aphids

  aphids have two pairs of wings, one of which is much larger than the other. For a large part of the season an aphid population consists of viviparous females [...] Effective aphid control is essential for maintaining healthy, productive crops. Biological control of aphids uses a combination of natural enemies that attack aphids [...] to the growth of a black sooty mold. Aphids life cycle Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults of the same species

• Tobacco whitefly

  its high level of resistance to many insecticides and its propensity for the transmission of viruses. Life cycle and appearance of Tobacco whitefly The tobacco [...] Bemisia tabaci is known for the transmission of viruses, including TYLCV in tomato. The consumption of plant sap and secreting of honeydew by whiteflies [...] peppers, yellowing of the flower stalks in gerbera, and serious yellowing of the leaves of French beans. Other symptoms include the appearance of chlorotic patches

• Thrips

  misshapen. Thrips are also responsible for the transmission of viruses, the best known of which is tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV), mainly transmitted by [...] smaller and lack wings. One of the most distinctive features of thrips larvae is their characteristic "frass," which is a type of waste material that they [...] black or white specks on the surface of leaves or flowers and can sometimes be mistaken for fungal spores or other types of debris. Thrips damage Thrips cause

• The Ultimate Guide to Fungus Gnats (Sciarid Fly) and Shore Fly Control

  July 4, 2024

  remains of a type of hard-shelled microalgae that is occasionally used on a small scale grow for Fungus Gnat and Shore fly control. The sharp edges of DE cut [...] inhabit the top 2-3 inches of growing medium and can be found anywhere on the surface, sides, and bottom of growing media. For greenhouse vegetable and [...] plant diseases such as Fusarium oxysporum and Theilaviopsis basicola . Fecal contamination of ornamental plants in the form of black specks on foliage

• Spider mites and other mites

  known for causing bronzing on the leaves, as well as other symptoms such as leaf curling, wilting, and necrosis. Life cycle of mites The life cycle of mites [...] production of a complex predatory mite Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory [...] continuous control essential for maintaining healthy, productive crops. Biological control of spider mites and other mites uses a range of natural enemies that

• Japanese beetle

  and a lack of natural enemies, allowed populations to rapidly build up and spread steadily in the US. In Europe, Popillia japonica was for the first time [...] foliage is the most common symptom of feeding by the adult. The beetles generally feed from the upper surface of leaves, chewing out the tissue between [...] roots. Early symptoms include thinning, yellowing, and wilting, culminating in large patches of dead, brown grass that appears in late summer or early

• Canadian Thrips in Greenhouses & Grow Rooms

  September 19, 2024

  Mediterranean and Asia. Part of what makes these insects so invasive is: Global trade and transit of plant materials The cryptic nature of thrips Their ability [...] influx of thrips via vents often with extreme peaks as outside crops are harvested or dry up sending large amounts of thrips airborne in search of a new [...] fruits. Depending on the type of thrips , damage can be distinct or concentrated in a particular area of the plant. For example, Western flower thrips

• FAQ Nematodes

  nematodes will survive and search for a host. It is therefore important to leave the soil moist for a few weeks after application of nematodes. Can I apply nematodes [...] to 5 are safe for nematodes. With which pesticides/fungicides can I mix a nematode product? Nematodes are quite insensitive to many types of pesticides and [...] visible? Infected larvae will change color because of the growth of the bacteria and nematodes. In case of Heterorhabditis pink-reddish and Steinernema ye

• Natutec Airobreeze - Directions for use

  condition of the device before you start the procedure Preliminary requirement: Requirements for personnel for a procedure • • Number of persons Necessary [...] device: Airobreez. Note: For the identification of the model type, refer to the type plate. Refer to section 3.1. 1.2 Function of this document This document [...] comprehensibility of this document. The illustrations are for instruction and description only. 6 4 - 003 - About this document 1.5.3 Units of measurement

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  components of the Wireless BeeHome system can vary according to the country of sales. For instance, there are 2 types of transmitters: 1 for EU countries [...] responsible for the ultimate success of the fruit set. Koppert Biological Systems cannot be held liable for the consequences of incorrect use of the Wireless [...] time as grow lights are used (for tomato cultivation, for instance). These grow lights compensate for the lower levels of UV light in the winter months