• Apple rosy aphid

  reproduction takes place by parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. By late May or June (in

• Impatiens thrips

  commonly found in greenhouses. Damage symptoms Thrips cause damage to plants by piercing the cells of the surface tissues and sucking out their contents, [...] excreta indicate their presence in the crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations become serious the leaves themselves

• Black bean aphid

  and attacks a wide range of other crops. Damage symptoms Economic damage by black bean aphid is mainly due to direct feeding damage. Indirect damage is [...] adults and a great variety in colour. In greenhouses, reproduction takes place by parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce

• Cactus mealybug

  greenhouse-grown succulents around the world as it was probably distributed by the trade in ornamental plants. Damage symptoms The cactus mealybug usually [...] metamorphosis. Third instar nymphs and adult females are oval and covered by wax. The adult female is 1.7-3.3 mm long. Recommended for you Chrysoperla

• Diglyphus isaea

  the upper and lower epidermis of the leaf which are held apart by six pillars, made by the larva from its faeces. This is probably done to prevent the [...] are often visible through the leaf. The parasitic wasp escapes from the mine by making a round hole through the upper epidermis. These round holes are the [...] The female is generally rather larger than the male and can be recognized by a broad black stripe over the hind leg, whereas males have two small black

• Artificially lit crops pollination advice

  the utilization of artificial lighting has revolutionized crop cultivation by extending daylight hours and enabling year-round production. However, with [...] pollination in indoor settings. While outdoor pollination is often facilitated by natural agents like wind and insects, artificially lit crops necessitate careful [...] especially during autumn and early spring Ensure early daylight is not obstructed by side screens, polycarbonate side walls, or other filters. Between week 6-10

• Beetles

  beetles Beetles can cause serious damage in many greenhouse and field crops by feeding on leaves, roots, or fruits, leading to reduced growth and yield loss [...] stems, but in other species also feed on leaves. Adult beetles cause damage by feeding on fruits, flower buds and leaves depending on the species. Life cycle

• Strawberry

  Fusarium, caused by various Fusarium species, causes wilting , stunting and root rot in strawberry plants. Phytophthora Phytophthora, caused by the oomycete [...] effectively controlling and mitigating the impacts of these pests and diseases. By combining various techniques such as cultural practices, biological control [...] on the fruit, causing damage and rendering it unmarketable. The infestation by Drosophila suzukii can lead to reduced fruit quality and severe economic losses

• Leafhoppers

  control is therefore essential to maintain healthy and productive cultivation. By combining monitoring with targeted biological control, crops remain protected

• Leaf stripe

  barley until soil temperature is higher than 12-15 o C Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop resilience.