• Orius insidiosus

  Adult females can eat about 20 Western flower thrips ( Frankliniella occidentalis) per day. Life cycle of Orius insidiosus Growers can recognize the different [...] brown body with white markings on their wings. The wings lie flat over their backs when at rest, displaying a characteristic black and white pattern. Adults [...] bug Orius insidiosus is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips How to use Orius insidiosus The predatory bug Orius insidiosus is available in

• Leaf miners

  miners belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae tunnel into the leaves of [...] mining the leaf tissue which can lead to desiccation, premature leaf-fall and cosmetic damage. In (sub)tropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such [...] females can also reduce yield, although with the exception of ornamental crops, this is usually of less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be totally

• Steinernema feltiae

  pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Steinernema feltiae nematodes ​​​​Nematodes can be applied using an airblast sprayer, a vehi [...] known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of pests, including flies (i.e fungus gnats ), thrips , beetles , caterpillars , lace bugs and sawflies [...] ly friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How do Steinernema feltiae nematodes work? Steinernema feltiae nematodes control

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes? Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through [...] effective against insect pests such as caterpillars , grubs, beetle larvae , and fly larvae . Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes are often applied to the soil or [...] ly friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How do Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes work? Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes

• FAQ Nematodes

  fertilisers must be avoided. When can I expect effect? How fast do the nematodes work? Under optimum conditions, a nematode can kill an insect in 24-48 hours [...] has been effective. How long do the nematodes work / can they survive after application? Under the optimum conditions, nematodes can, depending on their [...] place the product in a cold room as soon as possible. How long can I keep the product? Nematodes can be stored in a ventilated refrigerator until the expiry

• Cabbage looper

  host, it can also be found in crops such as tomato, pepper, some cucurbits, soybean, sesame and cotton. One of the reasons why this plague can be serious [...] the leaf. They have a voracious appetite and can daily consume up to three times their body weight. Plants can be severely defoliated and stunted. Life cycle [...] cycle and appearance of Trichoplusia ni Adults can deposit up to 300 eggs on the underside margins of the upper leaves of plants. The eggs have a spherical

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  brown. On the underside of the leave fluffy growth appears which is first white and later turns grey-brown. This is actually the sporulation of the pathogens [...] plant, the pathogens produce haustoria, small organs with which the pathogen can take up nutrients from the living plant cells. The pathogens continue to grow [...] the underside of the leaf, this is where most fluffy symptoms are found. How to prevent Downey mildew Choose resistant cultivars Use a wide crop rotation

• Rice root aphid

  difficult to identify an infestation. These insects can reproduce year-round indoors. However, they can only live a few days without feeding on a host plant [...] well-known pest in North America that survives outdoors all year round. It can affect plants grown in both soil and hydroponic systems. Unlike other aphids [...] brown-black head. Aphids in the winged stage will emerge from the soil and fly away to colonize other plants. Rhopalosiphum rufiabdominale have entirely

• Aphids

  honeydew, which can coat the leaves and stems of infested plants. Sooty mold: Honeydew can also promote the growth of a black, sooty mold that can cover the [...] sticky, sugary substance that can attract other insects and promote the growth of sooty mold. Recognize aphids Aphids can be identified by the following [...] fruit. Damage: Aphids can cause damage to leaves, stems, and flowers by piercing the plant tissue and sucking out the sap. This can result in stunted growth

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  mites. They can also feed on pollen and take fluids from leaves, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish in [...] other small insects and mites. Like other generalist predatory mites , it can also feed on pollen. Amblydromalus limonicus prefers the larvae of various [...] in the crop before the pest appears. Amblydromalus limonicus can feed on eggs, crawlers and larvae of whiteflies and first and second instar larvae of