Olive scale

Removal of large quantities of sap debilitate the plant and can cause wilting, desiccation of tissues and dieback. Life cycle and appearance of Olive scale [...] veins on the lower sides of mature leaves. Many young females migrate to twigs and branches later and remain there for the rest of their lives. [...] affected. Damage symptoms Olive scales produce large amounts of honeydew causing build-up of sticky deposits on nearby surfaces. The honeydew may attract

Mycotal in Salad Crops

target concentration of 0.1% (1 g/l), with a maximum permitted individual dose of 2 kg/ha in 2000 l water Spray equipment: full coverage of all plant surfaces [...] droplet size range of 50-100 µm; angle spray nozzles to achieve good penetration of the canopy Environmental conditions: the development of Mycotal is favoured [...] (optimum 20-25 o C) To ensure maximum germination of spores, and hence the highest possible levels of infection of target pests, Mycotal sprays should be synchronized

European red mite

apple growing areas of the world. European Red Mite Control with Predatory Mites Damage symptoms Feeding of European red mites on leaves of trees causes initially [...] appearance of European red mite The European red mite feeds mainly on the undersides of leaves but moves to upper leaf surfaces when the lower side becomes [...] Panonychus ulmi , is mainly a pest of fruit trees (apple, pear, plum and cherry). However, it can attack a large scale of other woody plants and is occasionally

Macrolophus pygmaeus

Consumption of plant sap, however, can cause damage to crops such as certain varieties of tomato, and gerbera. Conditions that promote the onset of such problems [...] problems include a shortage of prey, a high population of bugs (more than 100-150 per plant), and a weak crop. More delicate types of tomato are more susceptible [...] adults and nymphs are voracious predators, capable of feeding on various pest species. With its effectiveness in pest control and minimal impact on non-target

Early blight

leathery lesions occur at the side of the stem. Life cycle and appearance of Early blight From the primary infection of leaves, Alternaria solani can spread [...] infection of the leaves. Survival can be several years, up to eight years for several Alternaria spp. Typically, Alternaria causes early blight of potato [...] humidity (RH) of over 90% or when the leaves are wet. Small differences in optimum temperature occur between species, but in general the risk of Alternaria

Angular leaf spot

most important, but also all types of vascular tissue of the crown can be infected, creating a look similar to that of a Phytophthora fragariae infection [...] and form a secondary source of infection. They are dispersed by rain, irrigation water or handling of the plants. Infection of the plants happens both passively [...] underside of the leaf. This exudate changes to a white film when it dries. Lesions may merge as they grow and later also become visible on the upper side of the

Codling moth

codling moth ( Cydia pomonella ) is a notorious, worldwide pest of apple and also occasionally of pear, quince, peach and other fruits. It is very common in [...] prematurely and drop off. Life cycle and appearance of Codling moth The adults have a wing span of 15-22 mm, blackish-brown forewings, suffused with ash-grey [...] frass. The larva then burrows towards the core and eats a large proportion of the flesh, leaving behind brown frass. The entry point is then greatly enlarged

Pollination checklist tomato

all chemical agents can be combined with bumblebees. Consult the list of side effects, on paper or via the internet, or consult an adviser. You should preferably [...] precise picture of the situation. Flowers that are open for longer than one day have between one and five bite marks Check the work of the bumblebees at [...] hive once the number of bite marks has dropped to just one or two per flower. Pollen is released best at a relative humidity (RH) of between 50% and 80%

Horiver Drystick

Whitefly , Nesidiocoris tenuis White: Lygus spp. Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation [...] wasps will then also be trapped Remove the silicone cover paper from both sides of the trap Replace the traps when largely covered by insects and/or debris [...] pieces 25x40 cm: 12 pieces Application Place traps in areas with high risk of pest infestation such as areas near doors, gable ends and lateral ventilation

Mycotal Brochure

different modes of action: • Mechanical obstruction of respiratory tubes • Exhaustion of reserves and a disruption of organ functioning • Production of specific [...] ns at the first sign of pest infestation 20 3. Use an appropriate amount of water to ensure a good wetting of the leaves, pH of spray solution should [...] solution that effectively controls white flies, thrips and aphids. The winning formula of this bio insecticide contains blastospores of the entomopathogenic