Feltiella acarisuga

biological control. The predatory gall midge Feltiella acarisuga is used for the control of the following pests: Spider mites Some of the common spider mites [...] and adapt the amount of food they consume to the density of the spider mite population. Where there are large, localised concentrations of spider mite [...] almost banana shaped. Larval Stage : The colour of the larva is usually orange but can vary according to the colour of prey eaten and may sometimes be yellow

Natutec Airobreez

when the light is green Place the battery to connect to the device Clip on the shoulder belt of the Natutec Airobreez Place the bucket wheel and the dispense [...] per bay using the dosage chart Select the right dosage speed for the determined amount to be released Remove the cap of the reservoir Fill the reservoir with [...] distribution of material up to a distance of at least 4 metres from the Airobreez. Product components The Natutec Airobreez consists of the following c

Shallot aphid

remain small and yield is reduced. On bulbs and shallot, the aphids often occur at the end of the storage period causing malformation of new plants. Life cycle [...] females of the shallot aphid are 1.1-2.2 mm long and shiny brownish green to dirty yellow. Their legs and antennae are pale, apart from the ends of the antennae [...] antennae and the tarsi. The siphunculi are short an swollen towards the apex. The shallot aphid does not alternate to another host plant for overwintering

How to protect bumblebees from heat

Placing the hive near the ground on the shade of the crop can keep the temperatures inside the hive lower. Shading Providing effective shading to the top and [...] a temperature of 28°C inside the hive in any environmental conditions. Above 28°C the pollination capacity is reduced as their activity is focused on cooling [...] temperatures The effects of the environmental temperature and sun radiation on the internal hive temperature can be great. We advise growers to protect the hive

Natutec Airobug

pots to the correct settings making use of the information provided in the table on the underside of the dosing pots Fill the dosing pots with the material [...] systems. Mode of action The innovative combination of the special fan of the Airobug and the revolving dosage pots ensures a uniform release of carrier material [...] Place the Airobug in the right start position on the mono-rail or pipe-rail Make sure the battery is fully charged Calculate the time required for the Airobug

Natutec Drive

through tubes over crops. The Natutec Drive is applicable in any situation and based on the specifications of the greenhouse. The Natutec Drive module can [...] exacly onto the crop. Because of its unique design, the natural enemies suffer no damage when the blower is used. Application This product is only available [...] beneficial insects inside the drum, which can carry up to 30 liters of material. The Natutec Drive will rotate the drum to keep the beneficial insects hom

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps the benefits.’ [...] their eggs earlier, the population develops more rapidly.’ A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex Vital is a major advantage for [...] cucumbers. The ability of Spidex Vital to tackle spider mites and hot-spots effectively brings a sense of calm to the farm.’ He states that the weather

Mealybugs and scales

gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Characteristically [...] on this honeydew, which, as well as the white, waxy secretion of the mealybugs, reduces the ornamental value of the affected plants. Fruit and flowers are [...] because of the sooty mould that grows on it. Ants are also attracted by the honeydew. In fact, the honeydew with its sooty mould is usually the first sign

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Beetles

known species, Coleoptera is the largest of all insect orders and displays an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest [...] ladybirds contribute to the control of aphids . Beetles undergo a complete metamorphosis, that is, the larvae do not resemble the adult at all, and must [...] pupal instar before reaching the adult stage. Larvae have biting mouthparts and mostly feed on the same food as the adults. The pupae do not make a cocoon