Powdery mildew

leaves. Many sweet pepper cultivars react to powdery mildew infection by dropping leaves that are not infected yet. It depends on the cultivar how soon after [...] in this case also protrude from the stomata. Conidia are the main means of dispersal. They are dispersed by wind, as are the ascospores. In general, powdery [...] surface. Small structures are produced, the haustoria, from which the fungus penetrates the plant cell and takes up nutrients from the epidermal layer of

Long-tailed mealybug

economic damage. Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Damage symptoms How to get rid of long-tailed mealybug Recommended for you [...] longispinus occurs naturally in tropical and sub-tropical regions, but these days it is widespread throughout the world. The range of host plants of Pseudococcus [...] extensive than that of the citrus mealy bug but it nevertheless encompasses many species of (ornamental) crops (e.g. croton, orchids, grapes, avocado, apple

Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

ora nematodes are usually applied to the soil. This biological control method, offers a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management [...] commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of insect [...] lly friendly method of pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes? Nematodes can be applied

False spider mites

because their body is rather flat compared to other mites. Most species that cause damage to cultivated plants belong to the genera Brevipalpus and Tenuipalpus [...] distribution and many host plants. Life cycle and appearance of False spider mites Most false spider mites ( Tenuipalpidae ) are brick-red to yellow in colour [...] They move slowly and are mostly found along the veins on the underside of leaves. The mites are flattened and egg-shaped when seen from above, with their

Mycotal FAQ

Systems in greenhouses. How to use Mycotal How to use Mycotal with Low Volume Mist System What are the optimal conditions to apply Mycotal? • Mycotal [...] is very unlikely due to the complex nature by which Mycotal interacts with the target pest. How to handle & apply Mycotal How to store Mycotal? Mycotal [...] spread the infection to other vulnerable pests. Mycotal: how does it work? How long is Mycotal effective? Mycotal spores starts to germinate and grow

Fusarium spp.

of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens [...] barley. Furthermore, mycotoxins are produced, of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the best-known. The mycotoxins are toxic to mammals so maximum levels have [...] of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens

Box tree moth

such as day length, temperature and food source the larvae pass through five to seven instars. The pupae are hidden between leaves and difficult to detect [...] The female box tree moth ( Cydalima perspectalis ) deposits clusters of 5 to 20 eggs in a translucent gelatinous mass on the leaves of box trees. The light [...] and residues of moulting such as black head capsules of different sizes. How to get rid of Box tree moth

Pollination

the transfer of pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the flower. If the pollen is transferred from anther to stigma on the same flower [...] diligently seven days a week, from dawn to dusk, even in unfavorable weather conditions and protected environments. The Koppert hives are user-friendly, [...] the transfer of pollen from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower on the same plant or on another plant. Many flowers require insects

Steinernema carpocapsae

commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of pests. [...] beetle larvae , and fly larvae . Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes are often applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method [...] a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How do Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes work? Steinernema

Western flower thrips

ovipositor. Larvae are nearly transparent white or yellowish to orange-yellow, with a large head and bright red eyes. Adult females are very variable in [...] species in many greenhouse crops. The western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) can be found on a wide variety of plants, including many vegetable [...] flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) are laid in leaves, flower petals and in the soft parts of stalks. They are inserted into the plant tissue with a