• Protected vegetables

  quality and yield: IPM practices, such as regular scouting for pests and diseases, help identify issues early, allowing for timely interventions and preserving [...] fungi, and other natural components, to suppress or prevent fungal plant diseases. Scouting and monitoring for pests and diseases Scouting and monitoring [...] in monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and thrips are present

• Whitefly

  vaporariorum , and the tobacco whitefly , Bemisia tabaci . Both are widespread, polyphagous and are broadly comparable in outline. Whitefly can be found in many [...] growing area clean and free from debris, weeds, and plant residues that can serve as reservoirs for whiteflies. Regularly remove and dispose of any infested [...] parasitizing larvae and host feeding. Predatory mites and bugs feed on eggs and larvae of whiteflies. Beneficial fungi are very effective for whitefly control

• Potato/tomato psyllid

  until it was found to be responsible for serious crop damage, both directly and indirectly, the latter causing the greatest concern and proving difficult to [...] them to the surface of leaves and can be found on the underside and leaf edge. Hatching occurs three to seven days after being laid. They pass through five [...] initially affected potatoes and in recent years has become a problem for other Solanaceae crops such as tomatoes, peppers, aubergines, and tobacco. The potato

• Cyclamen mite

  threadlike structures that are not used for walking. The males are smaller than the females and their hind legs are modified and used to transport pharate females [...] feed on fungi, algae, plants, as well as insect and mite predators and parasites. Those living on plants can cause considerable damage to their host. Tarsonemids [...] Tarsonemids like the cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) can occur both on vegetable and ornamental crops. Damage symptoms The cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus

• Flies

  lettuce, and herbs also causes cosmetic damage, and sometimes this can occur on such a scale that growth, particularly of young cuttings, can be retarded [...] in greenhouse and field crops, where they disturb plant growth, spread diseases and affect crop hygiene. Their larvae can damage roots and growing media [...] monitoring and natural enemies that reduce both larval and adult populations: Beneficial nematodes Predatory mites Pheromone traps, lures, and attractants

• Aphidius colemani

  situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius colemani The parasitic wasp Aphidius colemani is most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). The effectivity [...] colemani is a parasitic wasp used for biological pest control . This species belongs to the Braconidae family and is primarily known for its effectiveness in [...] agricultural and horticultural environments. Aphidius colemani is widely used in the biological control of aphids . Aphidius colemani is used for the control

• Two-spotted spider mite

  tomatoes and cucumbers, as little as 30% damage of the leaf surface can lead to loss of the crop. The nymphs and adults also produce webs, and plants can get [...] form and size. The red eyes can be seen in all stages. Recognize two-spotted spider mite Spider mites can be identified by the following characteristics: [...] monitor your crop regularly for signs of spider mites, so you can detect an infestation early and take action. This can be done by visually scouting the

• Crop Protection

  designed to kill or deter pests and pathogens, their use can pose risks to human health and food safety. While they can be effective in the short term, they [...] biological crop protection Easy to use and integrate Biocontrol agents can be integrated into existing farming practices and complement other sustainable approaches [...] pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth and reliable harvests. It is essential in agriculture and horticulture for achieving healthy

• Stable fly

  but are lighter in colour and have biting mouth parts. Both male and female flies feed on animal blood, and females must be engorged with blood to lay [...] mammalian blood (particularly cattle and horses, humans, and pigs to a lesser extent). Although they are extremely common and exist worldwide, it is believed [...] insects and can travel up to 20 km in search of new hosts. Damage symptoms Stable flies typically congregate on the legs of livestock to feed, and the population

• Strawberry

  powdery mildew and downy mildew. These diseases can weaken the plants, stunt their growth, and cause severe damage to both foliage and fruits, if not properly [...] parasitic nematodes can be a significant concern in strawberry crops, as they can cause damage to the roots and negatively impact plant growth and yield. Several [...] strawberry crops can be achieved through the use of various biocontrol agents. Lecanicillium muscarium ( Mycotal ), a fungal pathogen, can be applied to target