Blueberry aphid

place by parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching [...] eggs produce wingless and winged parthenogenic females which then continue to produce females. The aphids are mainly found on young shoots. Peak aphid densities

Experience Centre

know that the vision of bumblebees differs vastly to that of humans and that we use that difference to provide our clients with the most effective pollination [...] is aimed at target groups linked to agriculture and horticulture. Opening hours: weekdays (Mon - Fri) from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A tour takes an average [...] average of 1,5 hours and is suitable for groups of up to 15 visitors. In the case of bigger groups, the programme can be adapted in consultation. The Experience

A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

the exciting yet challenging shift to organic farming and biological crop protection . This transition required Lukas to question traditional approaches, [...] confidence in the ecosystem of his hop farm. These natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific focus on addressing [...] future of organic agriculture For Lukas Locher, the experiences gained from using beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic

Cabbage leafroller

leafroller (Clepsis spectrana) is native to North-West Europe. It is a highly polyphagous species causing damage to field grown cabbage, apple, pear as well [...] opening bud to the growing tip, while older caterpillars eat a hole in the shoot and hollow it out, causing the shoot or growing point to wilt and die [...] many herbaceous wild plants. Because fewer broad-spectrum pesticides are used these days, the cabbage leafroller has also become a pest in greenhouse crops

American serpentine leaf miner

miners cause damage to plants both directly and indirectly. The most direct damage is caused by the larvae mining the leaf tissue, leading to desiccation, premature [...] lay eggs, they bore a hole using their toothed ovipositor, usually in the upper side of the leaf. Egg spots are oval and hard to distinguish from feeding [...] crawls out of the leaf and falls to the ground. This occurs in the early morning. The larva crawls into the ground to pupate. A small percentage of the

Tomato leaf miner

miners cause damage to plants both directly and indirectly. The most direct damage is caused by the larvae mining the leaf tissue, leading to desiccation, premature [...] lay eggs, they bore a hole using their toothed ovipositor, usually in the upper side of the leaf. Egg spots are oval and hard to distinguish from feeding [...] crawls out of the leaf and falls to the ground. This occurs in the early morning. The larva crawls into the ground to pupate. A small percentage of the

Precautionary measures for product allergies

Just as you can be allergic to cats, pollen, and dust mites, it is also possible to be allergic to the natural substances in predatory mites , feeder mites [...] contact, or could take years to appear. Not everyone who is exposed to allergens will develop an allergy. It is difficult to determine in practice which [...] in your surroundings). You would need to take an allergy test to determine which substance you are allergic to. This information is intended solely for

Aphidalia

should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first aphids are detected on the trees. Use at least one cotton bag [...] Paper bag. Carrier Buckwheat hulls. Application Open the bag and attach it to the tree near the first branch with a nail or wire stitch Apply 1 bag per [...] bag per tree and up to 3 bags for large trees. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy

Ervipar

and 77°F). Not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, like for instance [...] Ervipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting

Aphipar-M

Effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 28°C/82°F). Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, such as Aphidend [...] Aphipar-M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting