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

  July 4, 2024

  to control of Fungus Gnats and Shore fly that sometimes show up naturally in Canadian crops.These additional helpers are a bonus side effect of taking a [...] Note: Larvae 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 [...] primary species of Shore Fly found in Canadian growing facilities is Scatella stagnalis. Shore Fly are one of the most resistance species of pests to insecticides

• Aphidius colemani

  colemani is most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). The effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Behaviour of parasitic wasp Aphidius [...] parasitization itself, the disturbance of the aphid population by the presence of the parasitic wasp also has an effect: the alarmed aphids secrete a warning [...] colemani is widely used in the biological control of aphids . Aphidius colemani is used for the control of the following pests: Cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii

• Mastering the Battle Against Lawn Pests: White Grubs and Leatherjacket Edition

  April 25, 2024

  depending on the level of infestation The contents of a 500mill package will treat 25,000sq. ft or 0.6 acres, depending on the level of infestation Ideal [...] control? These creatures feed on the roots of grass, causing affected areas to feel soft, spongy, and brown. Signs of their presence include turf that can be [...] number of grubs/larvae exposed. If you find 8-10 grubs/larvae per square foot, it is time to act. Biological Control with Nematodes One effective method

• Mycotal_-_Brochure_-_A4_-_EN_-_GS_Koppert_2025_-_Digital.pdf

  the first sign of pest infestation Avoid watering and use an appropriate amount of water to ensure a good wetting of the leaves, pH of spray solution [...] solution that effectively controls whiteflies, thrips and aphids. The winning formula of this bio-insecticide contains blastospores of the entomopathogenic [...] different modes of action: • Production of toxins against the insect and its immune system • Mechanical damage to tissues, leading to disruption of organ function

• Six Ways to Identify the Cannabis Aphid

  May 24, 2024

  proper ID. 2. Three longitudinal lines are often visible on the dorsal (top) side of the abdomen; however, these lines can be very difficult to see. 3. MOST [...] present. 5. Their cornicles are white and almost 1/3 of their body length. 6. Do not rely on the color of the aphid. Colors will range from a cream color to [...] One common mistake that often arises is the misidentification of aphid species. Correctly identifying aphids is critical when treating a crop with natural

• Diglyphus isaea

  ). Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening The dosage of the parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea depends on [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for Diglyphus isaea Diglyphus isaea is most effective at t [...] a result of which the leaf miner larva dies. A few days after being parasitized, the leaf miner larva turns flaccid and brown. Older larvae of D. isaea

• Feltiella acarisuga

  and identifying the presence of eggs, larvae, pupae, and adults of Feltiella acarisuga , growers can gauge the effectiveness of this biocontrol agent in managing [...] through effective biological control. The predatory gall midge Feltiella acarisuga is used for the control of the following pests: Spider mites Some of the [...] 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

• American serpentine leaf miner

  tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants of fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable quantity of foliage can get damaged [...] ovipositor, usually in the upper side of the leaf. Egg spots are oval and hard to distinguish from feeding spots. The larvae of Liriomyza trifolii are entirely [...] ornamental crops, this is usually of less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be completely destroyed as a result of the direct damage caused by leaf

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the best performance of bumblebees [...] won't be any issues with the foraging activity of the bumblebees, leading to efficient pollination . Placement of hives in low temperatures During the colder [...] maintain their hive temperature between 28-33 °C. They have their own clever ways of regulating this temperature, either by ventilating during warmer temperatures

• Cabbage leafroller

  body. The antennae are thin and of medium length. The moths fly when it is dark. The yellow eggs are laid in batches of 10 to 90 pieces and covered with [...] with a gelatinous layer on the upper side of leaves, preferably on major veins or depressions in the epidermis. The caterpillar has a dark green to black [...] pairs of prolegs. They either make webs in which they hide, or live inside fruit or flowers. It is these webs that cause the leaves to curl. Many of these