• Flies

  sustainable growing conditions. Solutions for fly control Learn more about What are flies? There are several flies that are pests in agriculture, horticulture [...] or nuisance, are particularly small flies of the families Sciaridae ( sciarid flies ) and Ephydridae (shore flies). The larvae of these insects generally [...] fruit crops. Fly damage Flies can cause damage to crops both directly and indirectly. The type of damage depends on the species of the flies. Direct damage

• Natupol Fly

  Mode of action The flies search for nectar in the flower and thus come into contact with pollen. These pollen are not consumed by the flies but stick to their [...] from direct sunlight and moisture such as rain or condensation The flies emerge over time, depending on the temperature If outdoor temperature is below 18°C [...] advice. Environmental conditions Natupol Fly performs best at ambient temperatures between 18-28°C. Storage time after receipt Pupae can be stored ideally

• Onion fly

  this strategy of onion fly control. More about nematodes Effectively apply nematodes to control onion fly Success of onion fly control starts with the [...] What is Onion fly? The onion fly ( Delia antiqua ), also referred to as the onion maggot, is a frequent pest that harms allium plants, including leek, [...] is a small fly, measuring between 5 and 7 mm long, with a grayish-yellowish body and clear wings. The eggs are laid by the female onion fly on the young

• Crane flies

  and digging up turf. Life cycle and appearance of Crane flies Adult crane flies are large flies with females reaching 45-50 mm across. They have long, spindly [...] General The larvae of crane flies , called leatherjackets, live in the soil and feed on roots and shoots (which they pull into the ground of mainly grasses [...] case can be found sticking out above the soil surface. Adult common crane flies emerge from the soil in late summer to fall, and females mate and lay 200-300

• Shore fly

  Shore fly The life cycle of the shore fly ( Scatella tenuicosta ) has the following stages: egg, three larval instars, a pupa and the adult fly. The eggs [...] General Shore flies ( Scatella tenuicosta ) occur very commonly, often in the vicinity of water. They feed on algae. Other shore fly species have diverse [...] most species feed on rotting material. Shore flies are commonly found in greenhouses. Damage symptoms Shore flies ( Scatella tenuicosta) do not attack plants

• Sciarid flies

  plants, sciarid flies are particularly problematic in cuttings and other young growing plant material. Damage symptoms The larvae of sciarid flies feed mainly [...] particularly at risk. Life cycle and appearance of Sciarid flies The life cycle of sciarid flies has the following stages: egg, four larval instars, a pupal [...] 5 mm long, grey-black flies with long antennae. They have relatively long legs, and the wings show very clear venation. The fly has a small head equipped

• Fly pollination

  What is fly pollination? Fly pollination , also known as myophily, is a method of plant reproduction facilitated by various species of flies . Unlike bees [...] species. Why are flies good pollinators? Lucilia sericata flies are effective pollinators and are used in a wide range of seed crops. These flies are often applied [...] honeybees. Fly pollination products Koppert Natupol flies show a stable emergence rate in combination with a high rate of activity in the crop. Natupol Fly is

• Bean seed fly

  damage to your crop. Recognise bean seed fly The adult bean seed fly ( Delia platura ) is a small, dark-colored fly measuring about 4-5 mm in length. It typically [...] Overview of Bean seed fly The bean seed fly, officially known as Delia platura , is a common pest that targets bean crops but can attack crucifers, cereals [...] activity can significantly reduce crop yields. Bean seed fly damage The damage symptoms of bean seed fly infestation include: Wilting or yellowing: Infested

• Pollination checklist Natupol Fly

  At higher temperatures, the fully-grown flies emerge over time, depending on the actual temperature. Natupol Fly is supplied as pupae in cardboard tubes [...] use Natupol Fly at a temperature below 15 ˚C, first mature them in a warm environment. Release Natupol Fly once the first fully-grown flies have emerged [...] Natupol Fly or Lucilia sericata flies are used for small scale crops with just a few flowers or for crops that produce very little pollen. The Natupol

• Pherodis Fruit Fly Attractant

  drosophila ( Drosophila suzukii). Crops Various fruit crops. Mode of action Flies are attracted by the luring substance and enter the trap. Once inside, they [...] in the luring substance. Presentation 5 litre container. Application Fruit Fly Attractant is ready to use Fill the Drososan trap with 200 ml of the luring [...] substance Refill when the luring substance has evaporated or is saturated with flies Dosage For the number of traps to be used see instructions for Drososan