• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  January 1, 1970

  spider mites. The quantity of prey consumed depends on the predator and prey populations, the sex and age of the predator, and the temperature and relative [...] Because the development rate of the predatory mite is roughly twice that of the spider mite, the number of predatory mites increases rapidly, and they quickly [...] move within the web with ease. This has the advantage that an outbreak is quickly and effectively dealt with, but the disadvantage is that it disappears

• Pear

  January 1, 1970

  Asia. The pear tree belongs to the family of Rosaceae and sub family of Pomoideae , together with the apple and quince. The genus Pyrus consists of around [...] About The so-called European pear or common pear ( Pyrus communis ) is a pear species that originates in central and eastern Europe and southwest Asia [...] grown in Asia, Europe and northern Africa. The European or common pear is a perennial, deciduous tree and cultivated for its fruit. The tree grows small, white

• Biological Pest Control

  January 1, 1970

  creating conditions that encourage the survival and activity of existing beneficial species. Examples include planting specific flowers that provide shelter [...] minimises the risk of pesticide resistance, making it a sustainable and effective long-term strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers and retail [...] pest control methods do not harm the environment, ensuring the preservation of ecosystems. Sustainable Biocontrol reduces the need for continuous chemical

• Rophoria

  January 1, 1970

  Adult hoverflies emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. The young larvae start feeding on the aphids . Visual effect Aphids [...] Buckwheat hulls and vermiculite Application Do not open the box until you arrive at the release point. Carefully open the perforated lid of the carboard box [...] climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventatively, or as soon as the first aphids

• Syrphidend

  January 1, 1970

  Adult hoverflies emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. The young larvae start feeding on the aphids . Visual effect Aphids [...] Buckwheat hulls and vermiculite. Application Do not open the box until you arrive at the release point. Carefully open the perforated lid of the carboard box [...] climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventatively or as soon as the first aphids

• Macrolophus pygmaeus

  January 1, 1970

  black markings: the first antennal segment is black, and a black stripe runs behind the eyes. The first part of the forewings is a transparent, soft green [...] are 3.0-3.6 mm long and the males between 2.9-3.1 mm. They are slender with long legs and antennae. The bugs are green except for occasional small black [...] clearly visible on the sides of the head. The bug has piercing-sucking mouthparts. Females have a large, rounded abdomen within which the ovipositor is visible

• Orchid

  January 1, 1970

  About The orchid is part of an extremely large and diverse of flowering plants, the Orchidaceae or the orchid family . The plant’s flower are usually colourful [...] colourful and fragrant. Nowadays there are no less than 28,000 known species, divided in about 763 genera. In addition, the flowers of orchids come in [...] consist of many flowers. The majority of orchids which are commercially sold is tropical or subtropical. There are varieties however that grow in colder climates

• Parasitoid wasps

  January 1, 1970

  begin to feed on the host pest. They consume the host from the inside, which ultimately leads to the death of the host. Pupal stage: After the larvae have consumed [...] hunt down and parasitise pest species, providing ongoing protection for crops throughout the growing season. Biodiversity and ecosystem balance: The introduction [...] eggs either inside the host's body or attaches them to the host's exterior. Larval development: When the parasitoid wasp eggs hatch, the newly emerged larvae

• Greenhouse crop pollination

  January 1, 1970

  production shelf life and quality. Natural pollination contributes to year-round cultivation of crops and supporting a more stable and sustainable agricultural [...] agricultural industry. For the past 40 years we have been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge pollination solutions for the horticultural industry. With [...] dedicated to creating sustainable pollination systems that mimic and enhance the natural process to optimize crop production. Our flagship product, Natupol ,

• Leek

  January 1, 1970

  ‘trenching’). The plant is usually sold as a small seedling and planted in a greenhouse. Later on, as weather permits, the leek is planted outside in the soil. [...] Once outside, the plant is rather hardy and many varieties can be left in the soil during winter and harvested when there is a need for them. [...] Control & Healthy Roots About The vegetable leek is a cultivar of Allium ampeloprasum , the broadleaf wild leek. In the past, many different scientific