• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  on the shade of the crop can keep the temperatures inside the hive lower. Shading Providing effective shading to the top and the sides of the hive or providing [...] their energy levels, and limit their ability to transfer pollen effectively. These challenges can lead to reduced pollination rates and lower crop yields [...] temperature and sun radiation on the internal hive temperature can be great. We advise growers to protect the hive from direct sunlight and to place it in a cool

• Thripex-V

  Carrier Vermiculite and a fraction of bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the [...] conditions Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus [...] larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their

• Tomato russet mite

  on the lower part of the plant and moves upwards as the mites ascend. Life cycle and appearance of tomato russet mite All life stages of the tomato russet [...] in Australia and is a pest in tomatoes in all areas where they are grown. Other members of the plant family Solanaceae may be affected to a lesser extent [...] Damage symptoms Damage is caused by the mites sucking out the contents of plant cells. Affected leaves are slightly curled and acquire a silvery sheen on the

• Entomite-M

  Eggs, larvae and pupae of sciarid flies ; thrips pupae. Mode of action 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 base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level occurs at a slow but steady rate. Pack [...] Amblyseius swirskii , Neoseiulus cucumeris ) and/or Orius spp. Precautions Application of this product can cause sensitisation or allergic reactions, we therefore

• Diglyphus isaea

  isaea is most effective at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59 and 77°F). Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea Diglyphus isaea is a parasitoid [...] as a result of which the leaf miner larva dies. A few days after being parasitized, the leaf miner larva turns flaccid and brown. Older larvae of D. isaea [...] nectar and honeydew. Life cycle and appearance of Diglyphus isaea Because Diglyphus isaea is an ectoparasite, all instars (egg, larva, pupa and adult)

• Natutec Airobreez

  combination of the fan and patented rigg ensures a very precise distribution of carrier material containing natural enemies. The bucket wheel gives you a constant [...] distribution of natural enemies in the crop. The Airobreez can be used for both full-field distribution and for specific hot spots. Mode of action The [...] uniform distribution of material up to a distance of at least 4 metres from the Airobreez. Product components The Natutec Airobreez consists of the following

• Trianum-P

  the formation of more root hairs, so that water and nutrients can be taken up better. This leads to a stronger and more uniform crop and better yields [...] against a range of soil-borne root diseases through several different modes of action. It also improves root system development, nutrient uptake and plant [...] Rhizoctonia spp. and Fusarium spp. . In addition, Trianum-G promotes plant growth and uniformity. Crops Trianum-P can be used in most crops. Mode of action The

• Onion thrips

  carnations, bulbs and many others. Damage symptoms Thrips cause damage to plants by piercing the cells of the surface tissues and sucking out their contents [...] prepupa, pupa, and finally the adult insect. The eggs of the onion thrips (Thrips tabaci) are laid in leaves, flower petals and in the soft parts of stalks. They [...] plant tissue with a saw-like ovipositor. Larvae are light to yellowish green in colour, with a large head and bright red eyes. The colour of the adult depends

• Strawberry aphid

  fragaefolii , has a cosmopolitan distribution and is the most important aphid pest of strawberries. It can cause direct damage by feeding and transmits viruses [...] plant, which reduces the yield and quality of fruit. The leaves do not become distorted but leaves and fruits quickly become sticky due to the honeydew [...] strawberry aphid is an important vector of several plant viruses affecting strawberries. Life cycle and appearance of Strawberry aphid Aphids moult four times

• Macro-Mite

  thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level [...] Pests Eggs, larvae and pupae of sciarid flies ; thrips pupae, Lyprauta larvae. Mode of action The predatory mites feed on larvae of sciarid flies , thrips [...] Amblyseius swirskii , Neoseiulus cucumeris ) and/or Orius spp. Precautions Application of this product can cause sensitisation or allergic reactions, we therefore