• Bean seed fly

  crucifers, cereals and tubers worldwide. Adult flies lay eggs near the base of bean plants, and upon hatching, the larvae burrow into the soil and feed on the [...] the seeds and roots of young plants. Larvae mainly attack seedlings by feeding on emerged roots and cotyledons. Plants that survive are weak and less tolerant [...] seeds, as bean seed fly larvae feed on seeds and can cause significant damage. Presence of larvae: Small, white maggots near the base of affected bean

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  conditions to be able to function optimally and carry out their valuable pollination work. Best practice for pollination in hot temperatures The effects [...] Other cooling methods include Use of defused glass and coating, cooling by outside air and use of soil for cooling. Using more bumblebees By using extra bumblebees [...] you ensure the efficient amount needed for hot conditions. Hives built for hot climate The study of climatic and environmental conditions in which bumblebees

• Fit roots for plant health Technical bulletin 2020 EN

  crops with minimum dependence on pesticides and fertilizers, hence minimal impact on the planet. With this approach, they achieve more with less and often [...] to control pests and diseases, bumblebees for natural pollination, and biostimulants that support and strengthen the crops both above and underground. Restoring [...] role in plant health and resilience. 1 Introduction Plant health is crucial to achieving the best possible yield and quality with the lowest possible

• American serpentine leaf miner

  premature leaf-fall and cosmetic damage. In tropical and subtropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves [...] three larval instars, a pupal instar and the adult fly. Adult leaf miners are small yellow and black coloured flies , at most only several millimetres long [...] highly polyphagous and thus lives on many host plants such as chrysanthemum, gerbera, gypsophila, celery, sweet pepper, pea, bean and potato. In greenhouses

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  hybrid and open pollinated annual and perennial ornamentals , including petunia, geranium, begonia, ornamental brassicas, pansy and viola, primula and patio [...] of.” Thrips are a prominent pest for Peter The biggest pest issue for Floranova is thrips , along with sciarid flies and, increasingly, aphids . Fortunately [...] also uses Koppert traps for both monitoring and controlling a range of pest species. “We use yellow and blue Horiver sticky traps and when we have individual

• Pepino mosaic virus

  Due to its rapid spread and impact on fruit quality, effective prevention and management are critical for maintaining yield and marketability. PepMV is [...] strain, environmental conditions, and tomato variety, but common signs include: On leaves Mosaic or mottled patterns (light and dark green patches) Leaf distortion [...] virus enters plants through small wounds caused by handling, pruning, or harvesting. Spread within the plant It multiplies and moves rapidly through the

• Lyprauta

  slender and have a dark brown head with short antennae. The thorax is brownish-yellow and the abdomen brown with yellow stripes. The wings are transparent [...] droplets of oxalic-acid containing saliva that they use for catching and killing prey and for shelter. [...] number of flower stems and a longer vegetative stage. The root damage can also form entry points for pathogens. Life cycle and appearance of Lyprauta The

• Early blight

  Alternaria species is the asexual stage. Conidia and mycelium overwinter in the soil and on crop residues and cause primary infection of the leaves. Survival [...] (optimum temperatures lie between 15 and 28 °C) and at a relative humidity (RH) of over 90% or when the leaves are wet. Small differences in optimum temperature [...] quite warm and humid conditions. Infection may take place within a few hours, with lesions occurring as rapidly as two to three days later and sporulation

• Diamond back moth

  flower buds, flowers and young seed pods, causing loss of pods and seeds. Life cycle and appearance of Diamond back moth The oval and flattened eggs of the [...] initially yellow or pale green and later darken. They are deposited singly or in small groups of two or ten eggs on both the upper and lower surface of leaves [...] depressions, and rarely on stems or petioles. There are four larval instars. The body tapers at both ends and is green, sometimes suffused with pale yellow

• Vidi Fol (Fortafol)

  the plants on a small scale, prior to full treatment. Do not mix Fortafol with products containing calcium and avoid mixing the product with pesticides. An [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Storage time after receipt See package for expiry date. Storage time is [...] Safety and precautions The concentrated product causes serious eye damage and is toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Recommended for you Plant