aerial parts of the plant, as the larvae only feed on root hairs and organic material during the first and second instars. When they move to the next stage,
(shore flies). The larvae of these insects generally live on rotting plant material and are mostly found in the soil. The spotted wing drosophila , Drosophila
batches of 10 to 200 on the upper surface of leaves or on other greenhouse materials. At first, the eggs are a light green colour, later becoming yellow. They
over a period of 4-6 weeks. Moisture retention Ulti-Mite's special foil material retains essential moisture, ensuring the mites can complete their reproductive
Entomite-M ). Turn and shake the cardboard cylinder gently before use Spread material evenly on soil or planting medium (not on the plastic) The dosage of Entomite-M
Select resistant cultivar Apply adequate crop rotation Use clean propagation material (seed can be treated effectively with hot water) Use clean substrate in
insects. Spread over longer distances usually occurs with infested plant material. Because Otiorhynchus sulcatus is parthenogenetic a single female is enough
originates from South and Middle America and has subsequently spread via plant material. It is now wide-spread across the world. This species can be particularly
any convenient stalk or on the underside of leaves or on even greenhouse materials. Pupae resemble fullgrown larvae, but are inactive, attached to the surface
plays a critical role. Removing and promptly disposing of diseased plant material is essential to prevent the spread of pathogens. This practice is particularly