Two-spotted spider mite

black. Males are smaller and more active than the females, with a body that is narrower and more pointed at the rear. Colour is very variable: from light [...] increased transpiration and reduced plant growth. As damage increases, whole leaves turn yellow, and as more cell sap is removed, the leaf, and eventually the whole [...] tomatoes and cucumbers, as little as 30% damage of the leaf surface can lead to loss of the crop. The nymphs and adults also produce webs, and plants can

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

necessary populations three times. This is always a critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider mites can cause real problems [...] shall see.’ A more robust system Based on his initial experiences, Sjaak van Dijk is pleased with Spidex Vital. ‘It’s a good sign if you have a predatory [...] to develop into a game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps

Neoseiulus cucumeris

thrips larvae. Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural enemy to help control thrips [...] deutonymph and adult. Eggs are laid on the underside of leaves on leaf hairs or in the axils of main and side veins. They are oval, white and have a diameter [...] Neoseiulus cucumeris Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F

BULLETIN_VIDI_FORTUM___AQ10_31.1.22_K.pdf

naturally occurring and commercial disease biocontrol agents. AQ10® is a water dispersible granule formulation containing 5x109 spores of A. quisqualis per [...] in the bio-fungicide product AQ10® Vidi Fortum® is a plant biostimulant which is normally applied to a range of edible crops to enhance vegetative growth [...] mixed with a known AQ10® spore inoculum concentration. Each biostimulant was tested at a low rate and high rate, to represent the lower and upper rates

Adalia bipunctata

known as the two-spot ladybird or the two-spotted ladybug, is a species of a predatory beetle. As a natural enemy of aphids , Adalia bipunctata contributes [...] populations and prevent crop damage. Adalia bipunctat a is often employed in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, offering an eco-friendly and sustainable [...] beetle Adalia bipunctata is available in a cotton bag ( Aphidalia ). Open the bag and attach it to the tree near the first branch with a nail or wire stitch

Amblyseius andersoni

Amblyseius andersoni is a species of predatory mite and is used for biological pest control in horticulture and agriculture. These predatory mites are [...] larvae, have eight legs, and are a whitish yellow colour. Adult mites have eight legs, are a translucent white in colour, and have a flat, elongated body. [...] Amblyseius andersoni is not recommended as it is hindered by the glandular hairs on the stems and leaves and does not build up a population. Amblyseius

Eretmocerus eremicus

eremicus is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae . This beneficial insect is used as an important biological control agent of whiteflies [...] s eremicus is still active at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Eretmocerus eremicus Eretmocerus eremicus is a highly effective [...] whitefly, leading to the host’s death and contributing to a decline in whitefly populations. Eretmocerus eremicus is particularly noted for its adaptability

Pollination checklist tomato

hive so that it is easily visible both to the bumblebees and to people Ensure the hive is horizontal Protect the hive against condensation and rainwater Not [...] achieved. Download Poster During pollination , a bumblebee bites onto the flower and makes the flower vibrate. This is known as buzz pollination. The imprints [...] days. Introduce a new bumblebee hive once the number of bite marks has dropped to just one or two per flower. Pollen is released best at a relative humidity

Plant Disease Management

What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] diseases. Healthy soil Maintaining healthy soil is crucial. Soil that is well-draining and nutrient-rich provides a solid foundation for plants to thrive. Healthy [...] pressure to adopt sustainable and environmentally responsible agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent role in our

Thrips

This species is a major pest of onions and other allium crops Chilli trips ( Scirtothrips dorsalis ): This is a polyphagous species and is a pest in berries [...] larval instars, a pre-pupa and a pupal instar, and finally the adult insect. The eggs are kidney-shaped and have a white or yellow shell. Before a female deposits [...] This species is a major pest of strawberry, roses and other ornamental plants Impatiens thrips ( Echinothrips americanus ): This is a pest of pepper crops