• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  The predatory mite Stratiolaelaps scimitus is also known under the scientific name Hypoaspis miles . It is a soil-dwelling predatory mite occurring naturally [...] deutonymph, and adult. Stratiolaelaps scimitus is a large mite with a body length of up to 1 mm. The body is pale with a clearly visible brown dorsal shield [...] Stratiolaelaps scimitus is 15°C/59°F. How to use Stratiolaelaps scimitus The predatory mite Stratiolaelaps scimitus ( Hypoaspis miles) is available in a cylinder

• Anagyrus vladimiri

  wasp Anagyrus vladimiri is most effective at temperatures around 25°C/77°F. The lowest temperature at which development can occur is 13°C/55°F; the highest [...] Anagyrus vladimiri Anagyrus vladimiri is a parasitic wasp belonging to the Encyrtidae family. This parasitic wasp is particularly effective for mealybug [...] highest temperature is 38°C/100°F. Citripar should be combined with Cryptobug or Cryptobug-L for effective control of the mealybugs . Behaviour of the parasitic

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more time (overlap with daylight) there is for the bumblebees [...] bumblebees to fly when there is enough daylight present. Wireless BeeHome system (WBH) can be controlled either by using a timer or by connecting the transmitter [...] Do not keep a hive closed for longer than one day unless additional pollen is fed to the bees. Bumblebee pollination of preferably at least 4 hours per

• Blueberry aphid

  General The blueberry aphid, Ericaphis fimbriata or Ericaphis scammelli , is most likely of North American origin and was probably introduced into Europe [...] Europe with plant material. It feeds on blueberries and is a vector of blueberry scorch virus. Damage symptoms Blueberry aphids live in dense colonies on [...] emerging from the eggs produce wingless and winged parthenogenic females which then continue to produce females. The aphids are mainly found on young shoots

• Spidex Vital Trial Results

  energetic start and because more Phytoseiulus were capable of travelling the given distance. A more diverse population composition is present in a bottle of [...] ability to lay more eggs in the same time frame. 3 3. Changes colour; Proof of predation The characteristic orange/red colour of Spidex is caused by pigments [...] pigments that are present in spider mites. It is only after consumption of spider mites (nymphs and/or adults), that the pigments are absorbed and Spidex

• ROI Trianum-P 060520a

  those which are stated on this label, and will not be liable for any direct or indirect damage which results from incorrect use of the product or noncompliance [...] be applied via drench application to the growing medium, or through drip-irrigation systems, or by spraying at sowing. IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR USE ONLY [...] a licenced hazardous waste disposal contractor or collection site except for empty clean containers which can be disposed of as non-hazardous waste Do not

• Mottled arum aphid

  arum aphid is entirely by parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuously producing new generations of females. There is no sexual stage [...] cosmopolitan distribution and a wide host range. In temperate climates it is primarily a pest in greenhouses where it attacks many ornamentals , including [...] aphids can damage plants because they produce large amounts of honeydew, which provides an excellent substrate for the growth of black sooty mould. Large

• Ervipar

  Application Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least [...] repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps develop inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through

• Aphipar

  Application Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least [...] aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps develops inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through [...] /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  Level 3 - level 1 and/or 2 symptoms plus difficulties in breathing and/or a feeling of suffocating Level 4 - level 1 and/or 2 and/or 3 symptoms plus heart [...] stinger, as is the case with honeybees and wasps. Drones cannot sting. The stinger is a weapon for defence. When a bee stings, some venom is injected into [...] incident. The stinger of a bumblebee or a wasp has no barbs. This means that the worker or queen can withdraw her stinger, and is able to sting again. A honeybee’s