• Drososan

  place to hang the traps is in the shade along the sides of the plot, in the hedge (if available) and in the crop. If the crop is low, make sure the traps [...] to be used in combination with Fruit Fly Attractant. The spotted wing drosophila are attracted to the trap by the liquid attractant. Once in the trap they [...] traps hang at least one metre above the ground. In taller crops, the traps can be placed in the crop Protect the traps against direct sunlight Check the traps

• Orius laevigatus

  laevigatus is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips The natural enemy Orius laevigatus is available at Koppert as Thripor-L . How to use Orius [...] laevigatus is available in a bottle ( Thripor-L ) Shake bottle gently before use Spread material on clean rock wool slabs, leaves and/or in application [...] Orius laevigatus for thrips control Orius laevigatus is a small yet highly effective predatory bug used in biological pest control of thrips . This beneficial

• Aphids

  the progeny of a single female is genetically identical to the mother. In other words, they are clones. Because there is no genetic recombination, different [...] also mate in the autumn and lay eggs which overwinter. Where mating occurs and eggs are laid, the life cycle is termed holocyclic (complete). In greenhouses [...] most harmful pests in greenhouse and field crops, causing plant stress, virus transmission and yield loss. Effective aphid control is essential for maintaining

• Zucchini

  species grows in tropical regions of all continents, especially in Africa and South America. In addition, the courgette is very easy to grow in areas with [...] or summer squash) is actually an unripe fruit (that can be yellow, dark green or light green) belonging to the cucumber family. It is also referred to as [...] marrow or summer squash and it is eaten as a vegetable. Together with a number of other varieties of squash and pumpkin, it belongs to the species of Cucurbita

• Circular scale

  association with the citrus industry. In more northern countries of its range, it occurs in greenhouses. In addition to citrus, it occurs on many other plants. [...] aonidum is a tropical species, native to the Oriental region but it has been dispersed widely in tropical and subtropical parts of the world, mostly in association [...] environments. In citrus, it tends to prefer the lower and central parts of mature trees. Circular scale prefers the leaves, but in high infestations it may spread

• Cabbage leafroller

  y gerbera. In chrysanthemum too, this species is an increasing problem, and it has caused problems in sweet pepper since the mid 1980’s. In protected soft [...] adult female is 12 mm long and is ochre-yellow with darker markings. The male is slightly smaller and slimmer, more clearly marked and lighter in colour. Both [...] light in colour. The ventral surface is lighter than the dorsal, with hairs located in warty spots that are lighter than the general body colour. In general

• Lettuce

  the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is a hardy annual that is easy to cultivate and most often grown for its leaves. It is, however, often plagued on by a

• Tutasan

  Presentation One trap. Preparation Place the pheromone dispenser in the green canister and attach it to the upper central part of the trap Fill the trap with water [...] metres between traps A continuous water supply is needed to ensure that the trap works correctly. If the trap is not connected to a dripper refill by hand Replace [...] the Tutasan trap for monitoring and trapping male tomato leaf miner moths in combination with Pherodis Tuta absoluta . Pests Tomato leaf miner moth ( Tuta

• Carnation tortrix

  major pests in carnation cultures throughout the Mediterranean region, particularly in Israel, Italy, France and Spain. In greenhouses, it is most notable [...] Madeira. It is polyphagous, observed on 160 cultivated and wild plant species – trees as well as herbaceous forms - of 42 plant families, and it is the major [...] swollen appearance. In some cases, it may not be apparent that flowers are infested. The species is particularly troublesome in the culture of carnations

• Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

  humans, it is crucial to position the hives in visible locations, enabling easy identification and access for both parties. For optimal visibility, it is [...] the day. In case of insufficient shade, additional measures should be taken, especially in autumn when the Wireless Beehome System is closed. In times of [...] Yet, bumblebees need sunlight to be effective pollinators. Additionally, it is essential to maintain humidity around the hives below 80%. Hive placement