• Tomato

  monitoring and scouting for plant pests in agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and thrips are present. These [...] but bumblebees are the perfect fit for effective pollination of the crop. Adequate pollination ensures that the ovaries in the flowers are fertilized with [...] scouting in tomato crops Scouting and monitoring are fundamental practices in integrated pest management (IPM) for tomato growers. These proactive approaches

• Beetles

  and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops or stored products. There are many useful beetles as well. For instance, ladybirds contribute [...] solutions for beetles, professional growers can achieve reliable pest management, protect crop quality and support sustainable production. Solutions for beetle [...] control Learn more about What are beetles? Beetles belong to the order Coleoptera, a well-known group of insects that are easily recognizable on account

• Citrus mealybug

  ‘crawlers’. They are highly active in their search for a new feeding place and are capable of moving a reasonable distance over the plant. The male nymph attaches [...] ornamental value of the affected plants. Fruit and flowers are also fouled, rendering them unfit for sale, and the reduced level of photosynthesis in the leaves [...] females of Planococcus citri are 2.5 - 4 mm long and 2 - 3 mm in breadth. Seen dorsally, they have an oval form; they are soft and covered with a fine

• Boisduval scale

  from egg to the adult stage takes on average 33 days for males, and 50 days for females. Recommended for you Plant Pests [...] General These three species of Diaspi s are very similar in their appearance and damage symptoms. Here, the Boisduval scale is described in more detail [...] lower leaf surfaces, fruits, and stems of plants. On palms, Boisduval scales are normally found on the leaves and stems. Toxic saliva injected while feeding

• Root and crown rot of strawberry

  (either too much or too little water), or that are damaged by for example handling or pests. Optimum temperature for Pestalotiopsis clavispora is 19-23 °C and [...] trays, tools, gutters etc. between subsequent crops Disinfect water used for irrigation Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop

• Bugs

  support sustainable, residue-free production. Solutions for bug control Learn more about What are bugs? Heteropteran bugs form a group in the order Hemiptera [...] harmful bugs in different crop stages. With Koppert’s biological solutions for bugs, professional growers can protect their crops effectively, reduce pest [...] insects, containing both harmful and beneficial species. Heteropteran bugs are insects which have flattened bodies and fold their wings flat over their body

• Rhyzobug

  of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Optimal temperatures for Rhyzobug are around 25°C (77°F) [...] the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 10-15°C/50-59°F. Storage conditions In the dark. Recommended for you The journey of sustainable [...] feed on all stages of armoured scale insects. Visual effect Small scales are consumed entirely. In larger scales feeding damage is visible as irregular

• Open field pollination

  and promoting robust crop growth. Bumblebees in particular are nature’s best pollinators for open field crops, like cherries, apples and pears. These crops [...] Plums, peaches, apricots and almond trees are some short flowering open field crops. The effective period for pollination and fruit set only lasts a few [...] pollinators, such as bumblebees, are a must. The best pollination takes place early at morning, hence the use of bumblebees, whom are early risers, is recommended

• Hop

  flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae. Hops are the female flowers (seed cones, strobiles) of the plant and are considered the main flavor ingredient in making [...] in climbing. They are a vigorous grower with the ability to extend up to 20 inches a week, and even 50 ft tall in one season. They are typically trained [...] globe, genetics for flavoring have dictated how long these plants stay in the ground. They emerge each year towards the end of Spring and are harvested near

• Geranium aphid

  strawberries they reach their peak in June. Winged aphids are formed from May onwards and are responsible for spreading the infestation to other strawberry plants [...] and monoecious (i.e. they do not change their host plant for overwintering). Wingless females are green or yellow green, often shiny with pale siphunculi