• Macrocheles robustulus

  nematodes and other soil living pests, which can be found in high numbers in greenhouses in soil which has been enriched with compost. As natural enemies [...] robustulus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control , particularly in agricultural and horticultural settings. Macrocheles [...] larvae The predatory mites feed on larvae of sciarid flies , thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  most effective in controlling large populations of mealybugs. Once the supply of mealybugs becomes inadequate, the ladybirds fly off in search of new prey [...] late third and fourth in stars are the most voracious, consuming up to 30 mealybugs per day. 226 Beetles and larvae are most active in sunny conditions. Above [...] usually laid individually or in clusters on plant foliage or near mealybug-infested areas. They are typically yellow-white in color and may be found attached

• Bugs

  of bugs Bugs can cause extensive damage to greenhouse and field crops by feeding on plant tissues and fruits, leading to deformation, discoloration, and [...] These biological solutions help monitor, attract and eliminate harmful bugs in different crop stages. With Koppert’s biological solutions for bugs, professional [...] bug control Learn more about What are bugs? Heteropteran bugs form a group in the order Hemiptera , a highly diverse group of insects, containing both harmful

• Southern European marshland pyralid

  prolegs. Caterpillars are found in webs, preferably in damp, humid places and are thus mainly found low in the crop, often in decaying organic material on [...] caterpillars pupate in an earthen cocoon, concealed either within the crop or in another suitable spot in the vicinity. Pupation occurs in a cocoon made of [...] at night, but can sometimes be seen in the daytime. Eggs are laid singly or in groups of 5 to 10 eggs, overlapping in a tile-like fashion on both the upper

• Circular scale

  has been dispersed widely in tropical and subtropical parts of the world, mostly in association with the citrus industry. In more northern countries of [...] about to find a suitable feeding site before settling to a sessile lifestyle. The second-instar nymphs are the main feeding stage in both sexes. Development [...] of its range, it occurs in greenhouses. In addition to citrus, it occurs on many other plants. Damage symptoms Chrysomphalus aonidum has a preference for

• Amblyseius andersoni

  Amblyseius andersoni is also available in breeding sachets ( Anso-Mite Plus ). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the [...] whitefly , and rust mites. Feeding behaviour of Amblyseius andersoni Predatory mites pierce their prey and suck out the contents. In addition to thrips and [...] mites and rust mites. They can also feed on pollen which is useful because the predatory mites can establish in flowering crops before the pest appears

• Strawberry aphid

  only 0.9-1.1 mm. The aphids mainly feed on the underside of young leaves. On outdoor strawberries, winged aphids appear in May and June; these aphids disperse [...] most important aphid pest of strawberries. It can cause direct damage by feeding and transmits viruses. Damage symptoms Chaetosiphon fragaefolii is one of [...] adulthood. With each moult they shed white skin, betraying their presence in the crop. Reproduction of the strawberry aphid is exclusively by parthenogenesis

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  used for host feeding while the larger individuals are parasitized. The control of the aphids is due to host feeding and parasitization in roughly equal [...] the aphid in the abdomen with her long ovipositor. The ovipositor will remain inserted for several minutes for egg deposition. Host feeding plays an important [...] all items How to use Aphelinus abdominalis The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphilin ). Release mummies near infested plants, because Aphelinus

• Blueberry

  harmful pest in blueberry crops. Thrips Thrips , another sap-feeding insect, can deform blueberry fruits and transmit viruses. Important species in blueberry [...] Integrated pest management in blueberry Integrated pest management (IPM) plays a vital role in blueberry crop protection , addressing the numerous pests [...] is a common pest in blueberry. Beetles Pest beetles , such as the Black vine weevil ( Otiorhynchus sulcatus ) can cause damage by feeding on blueberry roots

• Diamond back moth

  often stick to leaves and frequently hide in crevices near the bud. In cauliflower and broccoli, pupation may occur in the florets. Initially, the pupa is [...] travel long distances to invade crops in other regions. Damage symptoms The caterpillar is a surface feeder. They feed from the lower leaf surface, leaving [...] creating translucent windows. In cases of severe infestation, entire leaves may be destroyed, leaving only the veins. The larvae feed also on the chlorophyll-rich