• Eretmocerus eremicus

  may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix/Ercal. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the [...] ns. Adults of this species do not feed on whiteflies but instead rely on nectar and honeydew for nourishment. Life cycle and appearance of Eretmocerus [...] The life cycle of Eretmocerus eremicus involves an egg stage, three larval instars (including a pre-pupal stage after the third instar), a pupa, and finally

• Feltiella acarisuga

  appear on the body. A fully grown larva is about 2 mm long. At the end of the last larval stage, the larva spins a white cocoon near a leaf vein and pupates [...] intervals, or until the pest is controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for [...] adapt the amount of food they consume to the density of the spider mite population. Where there are large, localised concentrations of spider mite, Feltiella

• Lurem-TR

  increases the attraction of thrips to blue and yellow sticky traps and thus ensures earlier discovery of the pest. Pests Several thrips species, such as Frankliniella [...] occidentalis and Thrips tabaci . Crops Protected crops. Mode of action Lurem contains a kairomone, which is slowly released from the dispenser once opened [...] package contains 20 dispensers. Preparation Twist the top of the dispenser to activate the release of the kairomone. Application Hang the dispenser next to

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

  July 16, 2024

  programs. Thrips are a widespread threat in most environments, entering growing spaces a variety of ways: on new plant material, clothing, pets, or flying in from [...] feed primarily on the first larva stage of thrips species and are great crop defenders. Read our “ Get Rid of Thrips Naturally Using Predatory Mites ” [...] (larva and adults). For larger thrips species more common in tropical plants, it is best to use a combination of Chrysoperla carnea ( Chrysopa ) to target

• Spider Mite Predators; Choosing the Best Biological For Your Situation

  July 24, 2024

  can reproduce on, a host of pests. They will prey on spider mites , but do not have a strong preference for them. This makes them a poor choice for biocontrol [...] unchecked, spider mites are a devastating pest that can destroy your crop within a few weeks. Thankfully, there are many choices of predators on the market [...] predatory mites of spider mite species. i.e., Spidex ( Phytoseiulus Persimilis ), which are specific to Tetranychus sp . Type 2: Selective Predators of Tetranychus

• Parasitic wasps

  eggs inside or on a host pest. Here's how it works: Egg laying: A female parasitic wasp seeks out a suitable host pest. The choice of host depends on the [...] animals, or the environment. Benefits of parasitic wasps Using parasitic wasps for pest control offers a range of benefits: Enhanced crop protection : Parasitic [...] overall crop health and resilience. A diverse ecosystem often means fewer imbalances and outbreaks of specific pest species. How do parasitic wasps control

• Two-spotted spider mite

  mite ( Tetranychus urticae ) is a pest of many crops throughout the world. Despite their small size, they are capable of very rapidly doing severe damage [...] on the leaves affects the appearance of the crop. This is of particular concern in ornamental crops. Life cycle of two-spotted spider mite Two-spotted spider [...] Especially predatory mites in sachets are a good preventative measure as the sachets enable a continuous supply of predatory mites even before the pest is

• Fusarium wilt

  Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered [...] appearance of Fusarium wilt Fusarium oxysporum has many different formae speciales which are each selectively pathogenic on a limited number of crops. Even [...] the vessel system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species are dispersed upwards on the outside of the plant. Most Fusarium

• Citrus mealybug

  most species of mealybug feed on the aerial parts of the plant, some species extract their nourishment from roots, whilst others are gall-formers. A few [...] cocoon, it goes in search of a female. A fertilized female lays several hundreds of eggs in an elongated cottony egg sac composed of white waxy threads. Once [...] an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Charac

• Flowering potted plants

  Begonia is a perennial flowering plants and belongs to the family of Begoniaceae . The genus consists of 1,795 different plant species. Some of these species [...] climates. Kalanchoe is a tropical, succulent flowering plant and a genus that consists of about 125 species belonging to the family of Crassulaceae . Hibiscus [...] About There are many species of flowering potted plants, the most common species are: Poinsettia is well known and popular for its large red, white and