Neoseiulus californicus

to await the arrival of new prey. Life cycle of Neoseiulus californicus The developmental stages are the same as for other members of the Phytoseiidae family: [...] are deposited on the underside of the leaves. They are smaller than those of Phytoseiulus persimilis but similar to eggs of other predatory mites like for [...] populations more effectively over the longer term. Neoseiulus californicus for pest control Neoseiulus californicus is used for the control of the following

Glasshouse potato aphid

piercing of the lower leaves in the crop can cause deformed growth above with lumpy leaves and curled leaf margins. The immediate effects of piercing by [...] aphid ( Aulacorthum solani) is a native European species of aphids , seriously affecting crops of sweet pepper in particular. These aphids further affect [...] pierces the leaves or the fruit of sweet pepper it secretes a toxic substance, which leads to deformations in the growing tip of the plant. Precisely where

Spidend

Pests All species of spider mites . Mode of action After emerging from the pupa, adult gall-midges actively search for spider mite colonies and deposit [...] spider mites . Once emerged, the larvae feed on the spider mites. Visual effect Spider mites are consumed entirely, only skin remains. Pack size 250 pupae [...] and water Leave the cup in place for at least two weeks Dosage The dosage of Spidend depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always

Pherodis

with an insect trap, the type of trap depends on the species to be monitored. The species-specific sex pheromone lures males of the target pest into the trap [...] reducing the number of eggs laid by females as they fail to mate. For some pests, Pherodis dispensers contain lures which attract both sexes of the target species [...] few days following the installation of a new capsule higher numbers may be caught due to a temporarily higher release of the pheromone from the new capsule

Vine mealybug

an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Charac [...] causing deformation and / or yellowing of leaves, sometimes followed by defoliation. The overall effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore the yield [...] honeydew. Additionally, the white, waxy secretion of the mealybugs, reduces the ornamental value of the affected plants. Fruit and flowers are also fouled

Flies

directly and indirectly. The type of damage depends on the species of the flies. Direct damage is the immediate result of larvae feeding on root hairs and [...] can cause contamination. Effective fly control is essential to maintain healthy and high-quality crops. Biological control of flies combines targeted [...] nuisance, are particularly small flies of the families Sciaridae ( sciarid flies ) and Ephydridae (shore flies). The larvae of these insects generally live on

Spical

distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Neoseiulus californicus is most effective at te [...] Panonychus citri ); other spider mite species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts and [...] . Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the

Spical-Plus

Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. They pierce the [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Neoseiulus californicus is most effective at te [...] strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites Dosage The dosage of Spical-Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be

Limonica

Pests Larvae of various species of thrips (first and second larval stages); eggs and larvae of greenhouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes vaporariorum ) and tobacco [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Amblydromalus limonicus is most effective at te [...] tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ). Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts and suck

Thrips

smaller and lack wings. One of the most distinctive features of thrips larvae is their characteristic "frass," which is a type of waste material that they [...] transmission of viruses, the best known of which is tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV), mainly transmitted by F. occidentalis. Life cycle of thrips Thrips [...] both pairs of wings are fully developed. Only at this stage can the particular species of thrips be identified based on form, colour and pattern of hairs.