HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

the total volume exported is destined. "One of the main challenges we face in exporting to the United States is that there is a legal framework that prohibits [...] product. The collaboration between Koppert and HyFood is another example of how implementing an integrated pest management program based on biocontrol [...] the municipality of Linares, Nuevo León, HyFood - Hydroponic Premium Crops is a company dedicated to the production of different varieties of habanero peppers

Aphidoletes aphidimyza

night, it is crucial to keep the night temperature above 12°C/61°F, to ensure optimal conditions for oviposition. Apply Aphidoletes aphidimyza in an environment [...] within, or close to, an aphid colony, finding prey for the newly hatched larvae is normally not difficult. When a gall midge larva attacks an aphid, it injects [...] predatory gall midge Aphidoletes aphidimyza is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Aphidoletes aphidimyza is available at Koppert as Aphidend .

Precautionary measures for product allergies

who is exposed to allergens will develop an allergy. It is difficult to determine in practice which substance will cause an allergic reaction. An allergy [...] wearing gloves. Application device If you use an application device, avoid direct contact and make sure that there is no one in the direct airflow of the blower [...] surroundings). You would need to take an allergy test to determine which substance you are allergic to. This information is intended solely for informative purposes

Pepper weevil

the best approach is to monitor them during the cooler parts of the day, as this is when they are most active. Another recommendation is to inspect the ground [...] with an oval body measuring 2 to 3.5 mm in length, and over time they turn grey, reddish-brown, or nearly black. Their main distinguishing feature is a ‘snout’ [...] darker after a few days; after three to six days, this stage is fully complete and it becomes an adult. On average, the cycle takes 21 days.

Effective control with Chrysopa-E!

bugs are difficult to control and an increasing problem in many crops in which hotspots can grow explosively. By using an earlier phase of lacewing - the [...] expense. It is possible for you to use many more beneficials and thus gain better control of pests, with a better return on investment. Chrysopa-E is also suitable [...] aphids, mealybugs and Echinothrips, so this is a natural enemy with a big menu in that respect. Chrysopa-E is suitable for a wide range of crops and Koppert

Oleander scale

fruits affects market value. In olives this is seen as green spots on purple fruits. Damage to foliage is particularly important in ornamentals . Heavy [...] begins to lay eggs. An adult female may live for several months. Each female produces 30-175 offspring during her lifespan. At 30°C, there is a large reduction [...] nerii , the oleander scale or white scale belongs to the Coccoidea and has an almost worldwide distribution. Host plants include olive, apple, mango, palms

Aphidius ervi

world due to its effectiveness. An Aphidius ervi female wasp can parasitize hundreds of aphids within two days. Aphidius ervi is used for the control of the [...] Aphidius ervi is available in a bottle ( Ervipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved [...] ervi The parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi is most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). This natural enemy is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F

Hemispherical scale

appearance of Hemispherical scale An adult female of S. coffeae has a hemispherical form with a smooth surface. The colour is usually dark to sometimes lighter [...] live on the underside of leaves, often close to the midrib. Only when an infestation is particularly severe do individual scales appear on stems, branches [...] occurs widely in tropical regions and in greenhouses throughout the world. It is a severe pest in coffee and citrus. Many ornamental crops can also be affected

Diglyphus isaea

second and third instar larvae to parasitize. An egg has an elongated shape, measuring 0.3 x 0.1 mm, and is transparent white in colour. It lies alongside [...] instars: the first is colourless and transparent, the second is yellow and semi transparent with a brown fat body, and the third larval instar is blue-green. [...] Diglyphus isaea Diglyphus isaea is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Eulophidae within the order Hymenoptera . It is widely recognized for its role

Blackberry

About The blackberry is an edible fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae [...] the Rubus and Idaeobatus subgenera. The blackberry is actually not a berry botanically speaking. It is a so-called aggregate fruit that consists of small