Predatory insects

Female gall midges lay their eggs on plant leaves, and when the larvae hatch, they feed on aphids, or spider mite, depending on the species. Gall midges are [...] agriculture. Equipped with piercing mouthparts, they actively hunt and feed on various harmful pests, helping to maintain a balanced ecosystem. Predatory [...] chemicals The use of predatory insects often results in a decreased reliance on chemical pesticides. This reduction is beneficial for both the environment

Biological Pest Control

wasps and predatory mites are introduced into agricultural crops to prey on or parasitise harmful pests like aphids , spider mites , whitefly or caterpillars [...] organisms unharmed. Unlike chemical pesticides, which can have detrimental effects on ecosystems, biological pest control uses nature's own mechanisms, such as [...] Natural enemies only target specific pest species. They have minimal impact on non-target organisms, minimising collateral damage. Minimal resistance Pests

Green peach aphid

the crop and its fruit sticky. Black fungal moulds ( Cladosporium spp.) grow on this honeydew, contaminating fruit and ornamental crops and rendering them [...] young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction is sexual, the aphids lay eggs [...] yellow-green to green or even reddish abdomen. They have a dark brown spot on the abdomen and several transverse black bands across the body. Nymphs that

Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

Rodríguez Aviña, Rancho Los Pinos boasts over 70 years of agricultural expertise. On its 610 hectares of protected farmland, the ranch produces various tomato [...] pollinators and biological control in our crops significantly reduced our reliance on high-impact pesticides," noted José Antonio Cruz, general manager of Grupo [...] Koppert's biological systems, producers around the world have reduced their impact on the environment by drastically reducing the use of chemical pesticides. In

Cannabis

organisms to manage pest populations. Some of the common pests that you might find on cannabis plants are aphids , whitefly , thrips , spider mites , and leaf miners [...] before planting and continues throughout the growing season, with a focus on early detection. Early identification of pests and diseases allows for timely [...] of widespread infestations or outbreaks. Monitoring involves recording data on pest and disease populations, their distribution, and environmental conditions

American serpentine leaf miner

serpentine leaf miner ( Liriomyza trifolii ) is highly polyphagous and thus lives on many host plants such as chrysanthemum, gerbera, gypsophila, celery, sweet [...] sweet pepper, pea, bean and potato. In greenhouses, it is mainly found on gerbera and chrysanthemum. Today the insect is widespread across the whole world [...] into the ground to pupate. A small percentage of the larvae remain hanging on the leaf and pupate there.

Tomato leaf miner

percentage of the larvae remain hanging on the leaf and pupate there, sometimes on the upper surface but more commonly on the underside. The late third instar

Loose smut of wheat

only becomes visible after head emergence. The teliospores that are formed on systemically infected seeds then infect neighbouring new seeds. They germinate

Protected vegetables

parasitise on pests such as aphids , leaf miners , whitefly , mealybugs and scales keeping their populations in check. Predatory mites prey on spider mites [...] principles of IPM is its commitment to sustainability. By reducing the reliance on chemical pesticides, IPM helps preserve soil health, water quality, and b [...] the need for chemical pesticides, minimizing the risk of harmful residues on vegetables. This is crucial for meeting stringent food safety standards and

Integrated Pest Management

for sustainable farming. It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which can have adverse effects on both crops and the environment. Beneficial insects [...] achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on prevention rather than reaction. It emphasises practices that deter pests [...] for biological pest control . The beneficial organisms prey or parasitise on pests in agriculture, helping to protect crops naturally. Monitoring and trapping