What are nematodes? Nematodes, commonly referred to as roundworms, are a diverse group of worms belonging to the phylum Nematoda. Nematodes are characterised by their unsegmented, cylindrical bodies,
Spider mite control with Feltiella acarisuga Feltiella acarisuga is a predatory gall midge highly effective in the biological control of spider mites . This beneficial insect, native to Europe, preys
Cucumber grower Kees Hendriks (Qcumber) explains how his plant protection strategy has moved from integrated to ‘almost’ biological, using fewer and fewer chemicals. He has been using Trianum for the
Biological control of whitefly Whiteflies are common pests in greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant sap and transmitting harmful viruses. Their feeding weakens plants, causes leaf yellowing and
Pests Young larvae of various thrips species. Also has an effect on eggs and larvae of whitefly , all stages of non-webbing spider mites (e.g. European red mite , Panonychus ulmi ) and rust mites. Cro
Capirel can be used for biological control of various insect pests in orchards, berries, outdoor vegetables and urban trees. Pests Fly larvae ( Diptera ): Sciarid flies ( Lycoriella spp., Bradysia spp
Casea can be used for the biological control of various insect pests in stone fruits, outdoor vegetables and urban trees. Pests Caterpillars (Lepidoptera): Armyworms ( Spodoptera spp.); Cotton bollwor
Control whitefly and thrips with entomopathogenic fungi Whiteflies and thrips are common pests that can cause significant damage to crops and plants. An effective method for controlling whiteflies and
General The tobacco aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. nicotianae ) probably evolved from the peach potato aphid in the Far East and is a key pest of tobacco crops in both the United States and South Ameri
Pests Young larvae of various thrips species, eggs and larvae of whitefly . Also has an effect on all stages of non-webbing spider mites (e.g. European Red Mite , Panonychus ulmi ) and rust mites. Cro