• Sciarid flies

  minute (0.1 to 0.25 mm) and yellowish white in colour. They are laid on the ground surface close to plant roots. The larvae can grow to 5 to 12 mm in length [...] constitute the family of Sciaridae. The species that cause most damage to crops belong to the genera Bradysia and Lycoriella . Lycoriella species are mainly [...] prefer humid habitats and are attracted to a broad range of pathogenic and non-pathogenic micro-organisms for oviposition. Indirect damage is caused by

• Psyllids

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• Spidex

  of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least [...] Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Phytoseiulus persimilis [...] product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F. Storage conditions In the dark, bottle horizontally. Recommended for you Phytoseiulus

• Integrated Pest Management

  often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and [...] dynamic and multifaceted strategy for pest control. It combines biological, cultural, physical and chemical tools to manage pests effectively. This approach [...] adapts to changing conditions and new information. Integrated Pest Management in agriculture Integrated Pest Management in agriculture is crucial for sustainable

• Thrips

  of hairs. How to prevent thrips Preventing a thrips infestation in your greenhouse crop involves several strategies. Firstly, it's important to maintain [...] which are attractive to thrips and can help trap them before they can cause damage. You can also scout the plants visually to look for signs of thrips, such [...] solutions for thrips, professional growers can achieve reliable, sustainable pest management while protecting crop quality and productivity. Solutions for thrips

• Leaf miners

  lower crop quality and can open the way for secondary infections. Effective leaf miner control is essential to protect plant vitality and maintain marketable [...] sustainable crop production. Solutions for leaf miner control Learn more about What are leaf miners? Leaf miners belong to the order Diptera (the true flies [...] enemies, allowing the leaf miner population to erupt into serious numbers. In addition, the pesticides used to control leaf miners disrupt the biological

• Lyprauta

  droplets of oxalic-acid containing saliva that they use for catching and killing prey and for shelter. [...] roots. Especially the root tips are affected. They become black and start to rot internally. Just above the damaged area, the roots produce large numbers [...] and a longer vegetative stage. The root damage can also form entry points for pathogens. Life cycle and appearance of Lyprauta The adults of the three species

• Beetles

  feeding on leaves, roots, or fruits, leading to reduced growth and yield loss. Effective beetle control is essential to maintain healthy and productive crops [...] solutions for beetles, professional growers can achieve reliable pest management, protect crop quality and support sustainable production. Solutions for beetle [...] stored products. There are many useful beetles as well. For instance, ladybirds contribute to the control of aphids . Beetles undergo a complete metamorphosis

• Aphids

  Some species of aphids can cause leaves to curl or twist as they feed on the plant sap. How to prevent aphids To prevent aphid infestations in crops, you [...] solutions for aphids, professional growers can achieve consistent pest management, maintain crop quality, yield and sustainability. Solutions for aphid control [...] insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family containing many

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  wanted to offer safe and sustainable products to our customers,’ Zoboli continues. ‘It is better to use them when the larvae are small in order to maximise [...] per hectare. We prefer to apply them in the evening so that the leaves stay wet for longer and the nematodes have more time to reach their targets. We [...] its first greenhouses in the ‘90s for growing tomatoes using innovative production techniques. ‘Today, this allows us to offer a consistent quality that