Western flower thrips

is the most important vector for both tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) and impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV). Both viruses affect a wide range of plants [...] prepupal and pupal instars do not feed and only move if disturbed. In the adults both pairs of wings are fully developed. Damage symptoms Thrips cause damage to [...] plants, and often a single host plant may be infected by both viruses.

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of pesticides on beneficial organisms and pollinators Pesticides can have both direct and indirect effects on natural enemies and pollinators. Our Side [...] app precisely evaluates the harmfulness of various pesticides, considering both direct impacts like mortality or hindered development from eggs or pupae

Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

lightweight, easy to handle, and quick to refill, making biocontrol applications both fast and effective," Tim continues. "Its coverage across the greenhouse is [...] its innovative double duct system, the Airobreez disperses natural enemies both from zero to one meter and within a four-meter radius, setting it apart in

Root rot of carrot

symptoms Rhexocercosporidium carotae is a slow-growing fungus that can infect both roots and foliage. The infection starts with small black spots over the entire [...] older tissue. In the field, the disease is difficult to distinguish from both Cercospora and Alternaria dauci . Cercospora prefers younger leaves. A. dauci [...] ranging from -3°C to 25°C, with an optimum around 18°C; temperature affects both host defense processes and fungal pathogenesis. Calcium content: Higher calcium

Rice root aphid

America that survives outdoors all year round. It can affect plants grown in both soil and hydroponic systems. Unlike other aphids , most of this pest’s life [...] of the Rice root aphid Like most aphids , the rice root aphid appears in both winged and wingless forms. The wingless form is dark olive-green, with a

Buckthorn-potato aphid

appearance of Buckthorn-potato aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. In greenhouses [...] leaves of their summer hosts and start to reproduce parthenogenetically. Both wingless and winged forms are produced parthenogenetically. They are usually

Impatiens thrips

leaf tissue. Adults are found on both upper- and undersides of the leaves. This species of thrips is relatively large. Both males and females are dark brown

Potato/tomato psyllid

minor pest until it was found to be responsible for serious crop damage, both directly and indirectly, the latter causing the greatest concern and proving [...] purple-top disease in potatoes and permanent yellowing disease in tomatoes, both of which are very harmful to the affected crops. Lifecycle and appearance

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microbials that support, protect, and strengthen crops. Improving plant health both above and underground. Since 1967, we’ve been helping growers worldwide cultivate

Natutec Airobug

Volume of dosing pot/drum 3 litres and 5 litres (double/both sides). Range 10 metres (5 metres on both sides). Application Place the Airobug in the right start