General The Pine processionary moth (Thaumetopoea pityocampa), is a major pest of pine trees around the Mediterranean Sea. It is most conspicuously damaging on pine plantations, or amenity pines. Dama
General The cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii ) is an extremely polyphagous aphid found on more than 700 plant species. Crop plants attacked by this aphid include cotton, citrus, coffee, cocoa, eggplant,
Biological control of aphids Aphids are among the most harmful pests in greenhouse and field crops, causing plant stress, virus transmission and yield loss. Effective aphid control is essential for ma
s with artificial lighting: In regions with higher latitudes (Scandinavia - Northern Europe), place bumblebee hives high in or above the crops starting
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Orius laevigatus for thrips control Orius laevigatus is a small yet highly effective predatory bug used in biological pest control of thrips . This beneficial insect has been extensively integrated in
Macrolophus pygmaeus for pest control Macrolophus pygmaeus is a key predatory bug for biological pest control of whitefly , Tuta absoluta and spide mites. This beneficial insect has been widely employ
Cryptolaemus montrouzieri for mealybug control The predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a species of beetle belonging to the family Coccinellidae. The beneficial insect is a small but highly
Chrysoperla carnea for pest control Chrysoperla carnea , commonly known as the green lacewing, is a beneficial insect used in agriculture as a natural predator of various pest insects. It belongs to t
