Eretmocerus eremicus

eremicus is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae . This beneficial insect is used as an important biological control agent of whiteflies [...] Eretmocerus eremicus is still active at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Eretmocerus eremicus Eretmocerus eremicus is a highly effective [...] agricultural and horticultural settings. Eretmocerus eremicus is used for the control of the following pests: Tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ) Greenhouse

Codling moth

moth ( Cydia pomonella ) is a notorious, worldwide pest of apple and also occasionally of pear, quince, peach and other fruits. It is very common in Europe [...] entry hole can be seen and is usually plugged by dry frass. The larva then burrows towards the core and eats a large proportion of the flesh, leaving behind [...] behind brown frass. The entry point is then greatly enlarged as the tissue beneath is eaten away. Infested fruits usually ripen prematurely and drop off. Life

Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

the top end of the market. Biological plant protection is an additional pillar that supports this position. ‘This type of plant protection is a godsend for [...] longer period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is maintained at the right level. The [...] according to Lex Scheffers, is very effective. The predatory soil mite and thrips predator Macro-Mite is also used to combat the eggs of the Duponchelia moth

Aphidoletes aphidimyza

Feeding behaviour of Aphidoletes aphidimyza The searching behaviour of adult female gall midges is extremely efficient. They are capable of locating aphid-infested [...] condition of the predator, as well as the size of the prey. Life cycle of Aphidoletes aphidimyza Growers can recognize the different life stages of the gall [...] predatory gall midge Aphidoletes aphidimyza is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Aphidoletes aphidimyza is available at Koppert as Aphidend .

Phytoseiulus persimilis

per day. Because the development rate of the predatory mite is roughly twice that of the spider mite, the number of predatory mites increases rapidly, and [...] outbreak is quickly and effectively dealt with, but the disadvantage is that it disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short [...] predation. Phytoseiulus persimilis is highly specific and is only effective against spider mites that produce a large amount of webbing. It can move within the

Adalia bipunctata

two-spot ladybird or the two-spotted ladybug, is a species of a predatory beetle. As a natural enemy of aphids , Adalia bipunctata contributes to natural [...] bipunctata is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Adalia bipunctata feeds on all aphid species, but the product Aphidalia is especially [...] conditions for use of Adalia bipunctata Adalia bipunctata is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 30°C (59 and 86°F). Feeding behaviour of Adalia bipunctata

Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

facilitates the rapid identification of trends and shifts in pest and disease development. Of particular note is the utilization of the 'Heatmap' feature, wherein [...] The time of endless Excel sheets with rows full of scout data about disease and pest pressure is over for good at Scheurs in De Kwakel since they switched [...] Schreurs, explains: “Scouting is very important within this cultivation. This is why we not only conduct a weekly count of all sticky traps but also engage

Broad mite

attack of broad mite ( Polyphagotarsonemus latus ), is the appearance of dark brown edges at the base of young leaves. In case of a mild infestation, one [...] caused by viruses. The typical pattern of damage consists of malformation and distortion of the above-ground growth of the plant. The mites show a preference [...] undersides of young, expanding leaves. Symptoms of an attack remain visible several weeks after the mites have been removed. Life cycle and appearance of Broad

Whitefly

Here are some of the common signs of whitefly damage: Yellowing of leaves: Whiteflies feed on plant sap, which can cause the leaves of infested plants [...] the red eyes of the adult whitefly are visible in the fourth larval instar, the stage is referred to as a ‘pupa’. The different species of whitefly can [...] the underside of young leaves where they lay their eggs. If the plant is shaken, the adults fly up, and then return to the undersides of leaves. Recognize

Onion thrips

leaves and the black dots of their excreta indicate their presence in the crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations [...] General The onion thrips (Thrips tabaci) is distributed throughout the world. It is found outdoors on many plants and particularly damaging on onions, [...] finally the adult insect. The eggs of the onion thrips (Thrips tabaci) are laid in leaves, flower petals and in the soft parts of stalks. They are inserted into