Fusarium wilt

seen when the stems are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to come. Life cycle and appearance [...] similar to that of most Fusarium species. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil and on crop residues of infected plants as chlamydospores (thick [...] effectively with hot water) Use clean substrate in greenhouse crops Disinfect tools, machinery and irrigation water in greenhouses Prevent stress for the plants

Pine processionary moth

arranged in pairs. The integument and hairs that clothe the body vary considerably with different provenances. In general, the integument is darker in colder [...] bluish-grey to black. Pupation takes place in the soil in an oval, ochreous-white silken cocoon. The pupae are about 20 mm in length, oval, and of a pale brown [...] diapause. Some pupae may not yield adults in the year of pupation, the diapause period extending until the following year or longer.

How to protect bumblebees from heat

environmental conditions in which bumblebees need to operate in various countries worldwide conducted over a period of 35 years, has led to a number of [...] bumblebees in regulating their climate in hot weather conditions. Bumblebee hives with a sustainable future Plant pollinator interaction in hot temperatures [...] temperatures We understand the vital role that bumblebees play in pollination , especially in hot temperature conditions. As temperatures rise, it is crucial

Thrips

cause problems in agriculture and horticulture. Thrips are small insects (0.5-14 mm), with the largest species found in the tropics. In temperate regions [...] female deposits an egg, she makes an opening in the plant tissue. The eggs are laid in leaves, flower petals and in the soft parts of stalks. On the leaves [...] measure, as these natural enemies can help keep thrips populations in check. Predatory mites in sachets can be a good preventive measure as the sachets enable

Damping-off

aphanidermatum mostly occurs in young plants and damage is more extensive in young crops. Damage symptoms Pythium affects roots, in particular those of seedlings [...] General Pythium is considered a ‘weak pathogen’, meaning that it can usually only affect plants that are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer from stress [...] temperatures or sudden fluctuations in temperature. Pythium aphanidermatum mostly occurs at higher temperatures in the soil or irrigation water. Pythium

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warm up in spring. The common crane fly Tipula oleracea, which is present in parts of Europe and the USA, has two generations per year, one in autumn, [...] Apr May Year 1 Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Adults Eggs Larvae L1 Larvae L2 Overwintering larvae Year 2 Larvae L3 Pupae Year 3 Pupae Damage [...] throughout the northern hemisphere has one generation per year and young larvae start to cause damage in autumn. The larvae overwinter and become active again

Amblyseius andersoni

Amblyseius andersoni is also available in breeding sachets ( Anso-Mite Plus ). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the [...] white. Adults are about 0.5 mm in size. Predatory mites are usually found on the lower surface of the leaves, often in the corner of the main vein and [...] laid on the underside of leaves, often in the axil of veins. They are oval, white and are approximately 0.14 mm in diameter. The larvae have six legs, are

Woolly apple aphid

and appearance of Woolly apple aphid In contrast to other aphids , the life cycle and survival from year to year of the woolly aphid depends entirely on [...] covering) on apple trees sheltering in cracks and under loose bark. The nymphs become active in late March or April (in the northern hemisphere) and around [...] are produced in summer. Winged egg-laying females are produced in early autumn but their eggs do not develop. Contrary to the situation in America, South

Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

Bumblebees are found in the natural environment in many countries. In addition, bumblebees and honeybees are used as pollinators in agricultural and ho [...] to the site. In addition, a number of anti-itch ointments are available (e.g. containing diethyl-m-toluamide). In the rare case of a sting in the mouth or [...] into the body through the stinger. In humans, this generates a short severe pain that then fades away. Occasionally (in approximately 1% of cases), an allergic

Pherodis

production date when stored in a freezer (-18°C), and 1 year when stored in a refrigerator (4-6°C). Storage temperature Preferably in a freezer (-18°C), and [...] 6 weeks Dosage In general two or four dispensers per hectare. Combined use Use in combination with a suitable trap. Storage time 2 years after the production [...] pheromones to other areas Application Place the dispenser in the trap and place the trap in the right position as indicated for the particular trap Wash