• Greenhouse whitefly

  found on the oldest leaves. The adult emerges from the pupa via a T-shaped fissure. The adult whiteflies can usually be found in the top of the plant and [...] influence the development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth [...] adult. The larvae are found on the underside of young leaves and have an oval shape. The first instar larvae (crawlers) are mobile, whereas the rest of the

• Thripex

  larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their [...] Bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to [...] distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put small heaps on rockwool slabs Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least a

• Comprehensive Control Combination for Carrot Fly

  May 13, 2022

  death. The summer treatment, against second generation larvae, is pivotal in the management of this pest. In relation to the development stage of the pest [...] appropriate in some situations. Traps should be positioned in the field from April, and again in June, to monitor for the emergence of the first and second [...] externally on young tap roots. The second instar larvae can feed externally and internally on young tap roots, but the majority of mining activity inside taproots

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  depends on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Position the hive horizontally, so that the bumblebees always have access to the sugar [...] days before the flowering period begins. The bees will start pollinating as soon as the flowers open. Ensure that the hive is positioned in the crop immediately [...] sufficient shade for the hive by positioning it in the shadow of the crop or providing additional cover. Read more about bumblebees in heat here. Hive maintenance

• Black tea thrips

  to remain in the shaded areas on the plant. The eggs are white and banana-shaped and are inserted singly in plant tissue by the females. The early larval [...] primarily on the foliage of ornamental plants. It attacks the lower surface first and, as feeding progresses and the population increases, moves to the upper [...] droplets of black excrement from the thrips. Life cycle and appearance of Black tea thrips Adult black tea thrips are dark brown with the apex of the abdomen

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  home in a closed plastic bag. Moistening the clothes in the bag prevents allergens and other particles from dispersing in the air when you open the bag [...] service or doctor. In case of a life-threatening situation call the emergency medical services immediately. A combination of factors The level of sensitivity [...] allergy. On this page, we advise you on the precautionary measures you can take to prevent or reduce any allergic reactions caused by the type of products

• Moskisan

  coffee. Mode of action The Moskisan trap needs to be used in combination with Pherodis lure dispensers. The dispensers release a species-specific lure [...] attracts the male fruit flies into the trap. Once in the trap they cannot escape and are easy to detect, count and identify. Trapping males also aids in reducing [...] reducing the number of eggs laid by famles as they fail to mate. Presentation One trap with hanging hook. Preparation Place the Pherodis lure in the yellow

• Glasshouse potato aphid

  deformations in the growing tip of the plant. Precisely where the plant is pierced is unimportant. The piercing of the lower leaves in the crop can cause [...] alternation of hosts, and the two types of life cycles occur on the same host plant. The aphid can overwinter not only in greenhouses, but also outdoors in sheltered [...] leaves and curled leaf margins. The immediate effects of piercing by the aphids are visible in lower leaves in the form of yellow patches. Heavy yellowing

• Western flower thrips

  causing the surrounding tissue to die. The resulting silver-grey patches on leaves and the black dots of their excreta indicate their presence in the crop [...] occidentalis) usually pupate in the ground, although pupae can also be found on leaves, in flowers or in other sheltered places. The prepupal and pupal instars [...] disturbed. In the adults both pairs of wings are fully developed. Damage symptoms Thrips cause damage to plants by piercing the cells of the surface tissues

• Herbs

  ingredient, natural medicine or fragrances. They often have savory or aromatic characteristics and are used for flavouring dishes or food products. In the culinary [...] spices. Herbs are the leafy green or flowering parts of a plant, which can be used fresh or dried. Spices derive from other parts of herbal plants and