• Flies

  fly control is essential to maintain healthy and high-quality crops. Biological control of flies combines targeted monitoring and natural enemies that [...] greenhouses. Their larvae live in the ground and prefer moist substrates that is rich in organic matter. Although they cause little direct damage to plants [...] Spotted Wing Drosophila has recently invaded Europe and the Americas where it is causing serious damage to many soft fruit crops. Fly damage Flies can cause

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  honeybees. This is necessary because the honeybees may be attracted by the sugar water in the bumblebee hive, particularly if the main crop is not yet flowering [...] Koppert's bumblebees ensure natural pollination in both indoor and outdoor crops. Good pollination in outdoor crops can be achieved by following the r [...] evenly throughout the plot for maximum results. The recommended number of hives is dependent on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Bumblebees

• Encarsia formosa

  wasp is approximately 0.6 mm long, with a head that is dark brown to black in colour, a dark brown to black thorax, and a yellow abdomen. The male is entirely [...] become an important natural enemy for farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides. Encarsia formosa is used for the control [...] transparent to brown in colour. The pupa of E. formosa is unique among the species of Encarsia , in that it is formed immediately beneath and in contact with the

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  implementation of a biological control program is one of the key tools that can help you achieve this. This is attested to by La Hacienda Fresh, a company [...] for export, since it is produced in safer conditions." Importance of bell pepper cultivation in Mexico The profitability of a crop is based on the quantity [...] In the crop production process, harvest is where the results of agronomic management can be seen. Good management not only results in quality fruit with

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  fact that Trianum is a 100% natural product, authorized for organic farming and that it does not leave residues on fruit. Trianum is aligned with the [...] of peppers in the Marinhais area. The entire crop is harvested mechanically. With mechanization, it is very important that all plants reach the end of their [...] of the company which is very conscious of sustainable agricultural practices that respect the environment. ‘Without a doubt it is a product with a lot

• Aphidius colemani

  wings, and is black with dark brown legs. A female has a more pointed abdomen that is as long as the wings, is equipped with an ovipositor, and is black, with [...] colemani Aphidius colemani is a parasitic wasp used for biological pest control . This species belongs to the Braconidae family and is primarily known for its [...] horticultural environments. Aphidius colemani is widely used in the biological control of aphids . Aphidius colemani is used for the control of the following pests:

• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  Stratiolaelaps scimitus is also known under the scientific name Hypoaspis miles . It is a soil-dwelling predatory mite occurring naturally in several parts of [...] deutonymph, and adult. Stratiolaelaps scimitus is a large mite with a body length of up to 1 mm. The body is pale with a clearly visible brown dorsal shield [...] Stratiolaelaps scimitus is 15°C/59°F. How to use Stratiolaelaps scimitus The predatory mite Stratiolaelaps scimitus ( Hypoaspis miles) is available in a cylinder

• Six Ways to Identify the Cannabis Aphid

  May 24, 2024

  that often arises is the misidentification of aphid species. Correctly identifying aphids is critical when treating a crop with natural enemies, especially [...] The majority of all aphid samples brought to us from indoor cannabis crops is either the Cannabis Aphid ( Phorodon cannabis ) or the Rice Root Aphid (

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  in fruit trees and open-field crops is growing rapidly. And once again, predatory mites are leading the way. Natural populations of predatory mites already [...] insects - a passion sparked by his father, who loved filming bugs in their natural habitat. That fascination evolved into a lifelong dedication to entomology [...] integrated pest management (IPM) strategies in the region. Behind these successes is a solid foundation of research. From lab screenings to experimental greenhouses

• Whitefly

  whiteflies are usually white or pale yellow in color. This is due to the wax produced by the adults, which is covering their body and wings. Some species have dark [...] the growth is obstructed by the stiff hairs. As soon as the red eyes of the adult whitefly are visible in the fourth larval instar, the stage is referred [...] to honeydew deposits that reduce crop quality. Effective whitefly control is essential to maintain healthy, productive crops and prevent the spread of