Cryptobug

typically range from 2-10 per m 2 /release. Releases should be made in infested areas only and repeated if necessary. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised

Spidex Vital Trial Results

plants each, placed in a walk-in cage. The last 2 plants in each row were infested with 50 mobile spider mites (red stars). 50 Spidex were released on the [...] a week later. Results: a larger population of Spidex Vital reached the infested plants due to the fact that they had an energetic start and because more [...] field following feedback from several trial plots. Cumulative # Spidex on infested leaf Mean mobile Spidex per leaf 3,0 2,5 2,0 1,5 1,0 0,5 0,75 2,38

Shallot aphid

of shallot aphid on strawberries invokes a strong host plant reaction. Infested plants become severely stunted when growth starts in spring. Petioles are

European red mite

the leaves loose colour; this is often referred to as bronzing. When infestation is heavy, leaves can drop. Life cycle and appearance of European red mite

Broad mite

appearance of dark brown edges at the base of young leaves. In case of a mild infestation, one can often see brown, frequently collapsed spots, or brown stripes [...] stripes forming a fine network on the leaves. In case of a more serious infestation, this network becomes so dense that there is no more green tissue visible

Chrysopa-E

10-100 eggs per m 2 /release. Releases should be made preventively or in infested areas and repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult

Impatiens thrips

crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations become serious the leaves themselves can shrivel. Echinothrips americanus

Codling moth

entry point is then greatly enlarged as the tissue beneath is eaten away. Infested fruits usually ripen prematurely and drop off. Life cycle and appearance

Spotted Wing Drosophila

stone fruits (e.g. cherries, plums) being particularly susceptible to infestation. Life cycle and appearance of Spotted wing drosophila Adult spotted-wing

Minusa

control is achieved. At higher temperatures (>25°C/77°F) and/or higher infestation rates it might be better to use Miglyphus . Consult a Koppert advisor