• Flies

  damage depends on the species of the flies. Direct damage is the immediate result of larvae feeding on root hairs and tender roots as well as stem and leaf

• Western flower thrips

  sucking out their contents, causing the surrounding tissue to die. The resulting silver-grey patches on leaves and the black dots of their excreta indicate

• Sciarid flies

  Verticillium, from diseased to healthy plants. Direct damage is the immediate result of larvae feeding on the roots. The larvae feed mainly on decaying plant

• American serpentine leaf miner

  significance. Seedlings and young plants can be completely destroyed as a result of the direct damage caused by leaf miners. In gerbera, the larva of the

• Green peach aphid

  nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the

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  other biological strategies. It was a continuous learning process, but the results spoke for themselves," he adds. Today, Fernando not only uses Koppert products [...] monitoring, but over time we refined the strategy and achieved impressive results" explains Fernando. Thanks to precise management and continuous monitoring [...] system, integrating technology and innovative methodologies to optimize results. His experience demonstrates that sustainable agriculture is both viable

• Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

  ng the interest in the method that we have validated in the field. The results are very clear. It is very effective on the larvae. The nematodes also act

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  it a valuable tool in integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Field results and performance Limonica has proven particularly effective in ornamentals [...] considered when planning your IPM strategy.” Integration into IPM For best results, Limonica should be introduced preventively, supported by supplemental feeding

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  balance in their crops and how to maintain it," she explains. Yet, the results spoke for themselves. Once growers witnessed the impact of beneficial insects [...] Our successes are well recorded and we have an enormous database of trial results, both locally and abroad. This is very important when growers start out [...] infestations far better. It’s a winning combination and gives us the best results and a great deal of satisfaction.’ A soft spot for Spidex Spidex or Phytoseiulus

• Strawberry

  blemishes and deformities on the fruits. Additionally, their feeding can also result in reduced fruit size and yield. Plant parasitic nematodes Plant parasitic [...] spp.) can infest strawberry plants and feed on their root tissues. As a result, infected plants may exhibit stunted growth, reduced vigour and nutrient [...] and larvae on the roots. Their feeding activity can weaken the plants and result in stunted growth. Other species of concern are Hylamorpha elegans and Common