Bean seed fly

significant damage. Presence of larvae: Small, white maggots near the base of affected bean plants. These larvae are a clear indicator of bean seed fly infestation [...] Thirdly, search for the presence of larvae. Small, white maggots near the base of affected bean plants are a clear sign of bean seed fly infestation. Finally [...] flies lay eggs near the base of bean plants, and upon hatching, the larvae burrow into the soil and feed on the seeds and roots of young plants. Larvae mainly

Ercal

whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps parasitise the second and third larval stage of the whitefly . Additionally, host [...] may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the [...] host feeding also occurs. Visual effect Parasitized whitefly pupae turn yellow, the adult parasitic wasp can be seen clearly within the parasitised whitefly

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Pepino mosaic virus

This process involves the synthesis of viral proteins and the assembly of new virus particles. Four different strains of the virus are known: the Chilean [...] because of the rapid spread of the virus. Strict hygiene protocols to prevent entry into the greenhouse are therefore essential. The most effective way to [...] The impact of a PepMV infection for the tomato grower is variable. Several factors contribute to this variability. The genetic identity of the virus –

Spical Ulti-Mite

not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites reproduce within the sachet and gradually disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Using their [...] 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 Ulti-Mite depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always

About bumblebees

Effective pollinators Bumblebees are known to be easy, efficient and reliable pollinators. These are the benefits of bumblebees: Bumblebees provide maximum [...] insurance for optimal pollination , due to their high amount of flower visits and large transfer of pollen. Bumblebee pollination result is increased yield [...] they are much less aggressive than honeybees Production of bumblebees The natural life cycle of the bumblebee is copied under laboratory conditions at our

Capyphor

Capyphor can be used for biological control of larvae of weevils and other beetles in a wide range of crops. Pests Beetles ( Coleoptera ): Weevils ( C [...] temperature for 30 minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing at least six litres (1.5 gallons) of water per sachet (water temperature: [...] pour the contents of the bucket into the half-filled spray tank (except when tank mixing with compatible products) Maintain agitation of mixture in the tank

Spider mites and other mites

necrosis. Life cycle of mites The life cycle of mites typically consists of four stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult. The duration of their life cycle can [...] Biological control of spider mites and other mites uses a range of natural enemies that target different developmental stages of the pest: Predatory mites [...] cases, leaf drop or death of the plant. Damage symptoms are important for early detection of plant-feeding mites and effective management, as their small

Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

Agrícola Militão, in the town of Ribatejo, in a pepper crop for the processing industry. Pedro Militão is one of the two owners of the company Sociedade Agrícola [...] the end of their cycle with a high level of plant health and vigour so that the harvesting machine can do its work well. ‘With the introduction of mechanical [...] present the physical and organoleptic characteristics of the variety, free of pests and diseases and free of pesticides, guaranteeing the final consumer zero

Obscure 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 [...] primarily at the foot of the stalk. In an overhead wire system of cultivation, the mealybugs are often located on the horizontal part of the stalk. These mealybugs [...] causing deformation and / or yellowing of leaves, sometimes followed by defoliation. The overall effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore the yield