predatory mites . ‘I have been crazy about biology and living creatures all my life. As a child I would lie on the grass and watch ants and spiders at work. [...] chemical agents for a safer and healthier planet. I have found my passion in life. Koppert is the place for me to be.’
biological solutions and vows to continue this mission for the rest of her life. Growing up in a farming family, Rianne's father was a pioneer in using
integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Life cycle of Adalia bipunctata Growers can recognise the different life stages of the predatory beetle Adalia [...] to natural pest control, by preying upon aphids at various stages of their life cycle, helping to control aphid populations and prevent crop damage. Adalia [...] within a short span of time. This ladybird species consumes aphids at various life stages, including nymphs and adults. Adalia bipunctata 's feeding behaviour
produce a pungent odour. Heteropteran bugs are hemimetabolous insects. Their life cycle consists of an egg, usually five nymphal instars and the adult insect
bronzed leaves and upward curling of leaf edges. Life cycle and appearance of Hemp russet mite All life stages of the hemp russet mite are extremely small [...] whereas other mite groups have four pairs. The hemp russet mite has four life stages: egg, two nymphal stages and adult. The nymphal stages are sometimes
What is Onion fly? The onion fly ( Delia antiqua ), also referred to as the onion maggot, is a frequent pest that harms allium plants, including leek, garlic, and onion crops. It is a small fly, measu
trees. The larvae emit an unpleasant goat-like smell. Trees eventually die. Life cycle and appearance of Goat moth The wingspan of the adults is 70-100 mm;
plants more susceptible to injury caused by other pests and fungal diseases. Life cycle and appearance of Vine mealybug The Mediterranean vine mealybug (
removed in the autumn, trees are usually totally defoliated, year after year. Life cycle and appearance of Horse-chestnut leaf miner The adult moth is 4-5 mm
