• Thrips

  Biological control of thrips Thrips are among the most challenging pests in greenhouse and field crops. Their feeding and virus transmission cause leaf [...] , silvering and fruit damage, leading to reduced yield and marketability. Because they reproduce quickly and hide deep within flowers and leaves, effective [...] Predatory mites and bugs actively control thrips larvae and pupae, while beneficial nematodes target pupae in the soil. Sticky traps and kairomones support

• Beneficial microorganisms

  effectively infecting and controlling harmful pests. Beneficial microorganisms for pest control include fungi, bacteria and viruses that naturally occur [...] anisopliae and Isaria fumosoroseus, and the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis . Beneficial microorganisms for pest control How it works Infection and colonisation: [...] harmful residues. Precision pest control Beneficial microorganisms are specific to their target pests, like aphids , whitefly and thrips , minimizing harm

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  of Tuta absoluta continues to seriously damage tomato crops worldwide, Italian greenhouse tomato grower and technician, Vittorio Zoboli, confirms that Koppert’s [...] more than 80%. The large infestation which was present was reduced and under control, and the application greatly contributed to the condition of the plants [...] high-end supermarkets and we want to offer a constant, safe and sustainable product. As the use of chemicals is under pressure and biological protection

• Early blight

  potato and early blight of tomato, which presents itself as spots on leaves, petals and stems. These spots can be distinguished by the dark and brown [...] 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 [...] within five days. Infection is both direct and through wounds and stomata. Spores are dispersed by wind and in some species through the splash of rain

• Macrolophus pygmaeus

  Macrolophus pygmaeus for pest control Macrolophus pygmaeus is a key predatory bug for biological pest control of whitefly , Tuta absoluta and spide mites. This [...] eyes. Both adults and nymphs are voracious predators, capable of feeding on various pest species. With its effectiveness in pest control and minimal impact [...] plant), and a weak crop. More delicate types of tomato are more susceptible to damage. In tomato there may be fruit deformations during setting, and in gerbera

• Akanthomyces muscarius

  in biological pest control . This fungus is known for its effectiveness in controlling various insect pests, including whitefly , aphids and thrips . Le [...] of these pests and penetrates their cuticles. Once inside, Lecanicillium muscarium colonizes the pest's body cavities, where it proliferates and feeds on [...] infects its target pests by penetrating their bodies through natural openings or by direct contact. Once inside the pest, the fungus grows and proliferates,

• Bugs

  containing both harmful and beneficial species. Heteropteran bugs are insects which have flattened bodies and fold their wings flat over their body when at rest [...] Biological control of bugs Bugs can cause extensive damage to greenhouse and field crops by feeding on plant tissues and fruits, leading to deformation [...] n, discoloration, and yield loss. Effective bug control is key to maintaining healthy, high-quality crops. Biological control of bugs combines targeted

• Fusarium spp.

  causes foot and/or root rot of the infected host plant, and the disease may manifest as wilting, stunting and chlorosis or lesions on the stem and/or leaves [...] different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens and can only infect wounded or stressed [...] different hosts, potato ( Solanum tuberosum ), most vegetables and ornamental crops, tomato ( Solanum lycopersicum ) tulips ( Tulipa ), chrysanthemum, banana

• 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 [...] highly polyphagous and thus lives on many host plants such as chrysanthemum, gerbera, gypsophila, celery, sweet pepper, pea, bean and potato. In greenhouses [...] gerbera and chrysanthemum. Today the insect is widespread across the whole world. Damage symptoms Leaf miners cause damage to plants both directly and indirectly

• Leaf stripe

  stripes are formed at the base of the leaf and the leaf sheath. They gradually extend and become brown and chlorotic and may merge. Eventually this leads to the [...] typical for this disease. Infected plants may be stunted and heads may be distorted and failing to emerge from the sheath. Ear length and the number of kernels [...] graminea is a disease of Barley that causes significant yield losses. Damage symptoms Symptoms first occur on the first, second and third leaf and subsequently