• Raspberry

  distinguish it from other raspberries, is a red-fruited species of Rubus. This particular plant species has its origins in Europe and northern Asia, but nowadays [...] variety Rubus idaeus var. strigosus , is usually regarded as a distinct species, namely the Rubus strigosus (American Red Raspberry). However, red-fruited

• Biological Pest Control

  predators or parasitoids, to control invasive pest species. This method is typically used when a new pest species poses a significant threat to agriculture or [...] occurring bacteria, viruses, or fungi, can be used to target specific pest species while leaving non-target organisms unharmed. Unlike chemical pesticides [...] control Targeted pest control Natural enemies only target specific pest species. They have minimal impact on non-target organisms, minimising collateral

• Cauliflower

  About The cauliflower, along with several other vegetables, belongs to the species Brassica oleracea of the genus Brassica which is part of the family of [...] called "cole" crops) belong to various cultivars, but are all members of the species Brassica oleracea. The cauliflower plant is an annual plant that reproduced

• Broccoli

  belongs to the species Brassica oleracea. Broccoli looks a lot like cauliflower, which belongs to a different cultivar group of the same species. The plant

• Carnation tortrix

  General The carnation tortrix ( Cacoecimorpha pronubana ) is a Mediterranean species belonging to the family of Tortricidae . It occurs in the Middle East, North [...] as Madeira. It is polyphagous, observed on 160 cultivated and wild plant species – trees as well as herbaceous forms - of 42 plant families, and it is the [...] . In some cases, it may not be apparent that flowers are infested. The species is particularly troublesome in the culture of carnations and strawberries

• Deltatrap

  hectare for every species of moth to be monitored Use one trap per 500 - 1000 m² for mealybug Combined use Use in combination with species-specific Pherodis [...] moths and mealybugs in protected and outdoor crops in combination with a species-specific pheromone. Pests Moths and mealybugs . Crops Protected and outdoor [...] combination with Pherodis pheromone dispensers. The dispensers release a species-specific sex pheromone which lures the males of the particular pest into

• Parasitoid wasps

  eventually killing it. These wasps are highly specialised, with different species targeting specific pests. They are effective in reducing the population [...] control. These beneficial insects persistently hunt down and parasitise pest species, providing ongoing protection for crops throughout the growing season. [...] diverse ecosystem often means fewer imbalances and outbreaks of specific pest species. How do parasitoid wasps control pests? Parasitoid wasps employ two primary

• Impatiens thrips

  are white at the base. This colouration distinguishes the species from most other thrips species commonly found in greenhouses. Damage symptoms Thrips cause [...] tissue. Adults are found on both upper- and undersides of the leaves. This species of thrips is relatively large. Both males and females are dark brown to

• Spotted Wing Drosophila

  of fruit can increase its susceptibility to attack by other Drosophila species. D. suzukii has a wide host range, with thin-skinned berries (e.g. raspberries [...] females. They can be easily distinguished from males of other Drosophila species or SWD females by a large dark spot on each wing, where their common name [...] Drosophila suzukii are tan-brown and 3 mm long. Contrary to other Drosophila species , D. suzukii females lay their eggs into healthy, unripe fruits. The larval

• Zucchini

  other varieties of squash and pumpkin, it belongs to the species of Cucurbita pepo . This species grows in tropical regions of all continents, especially