• Encarsia formosa

  then consumed from the inside out by the developing larvae. The larvae feed on the internal tissues of the host, leading to its death and thereby contributing [...] carefully inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in [...] contributing to the reduction of whitefly numbers. Encarsia formosa is highly adaptable and can adjust its parasitism based on the density of the whitefly population

• Apple rust mite

  generations can develop during the growing season. Eggs hatch into young mites that begin feeding on leaves and fruit, and generations can overlap as [...] microscopic eriophyid mite that feeds on the leaves and developing fruit of apple trees. Because of its small size, the pest is difficult to detect without [...] reproduce quickly, high numbers can develop within a relatively short period under favorable conditions. Autumn Towards the end of the growing season, overwintering

• Apple scab

  Venturia inaequalis primarily survives the winter in infected fallen leaves on the orchard floor. Within these leaves, the fungus forms pseudothecia, which produce [...] Apple scab is one of the most economically important fungal diseases of apple worldwide. Caused by the fungus Venturia inaequalis , the disease infects leaves [...] apple scab include: Olive -green to dark brown velvety spots on leaves Brown or black lesions on developing fruit Cracked, corky, misshapen, or rusted fruit

• Swirski Ulti-Mite

  in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of [...] predatory mites Dosage The dosage of Swirski Ulti-Mite depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation

• Aphytis melinus

  items How to use Aphytis melinus Divide each pot into 11 drop points. Use the lid, the 8 strips of green paper, the cotton on the bottom and the jar itself [...] eggs beneath the scale cover and upon hatching, the larva proceeds to feed on the scale. The preferred hosts for the parasitoid are third instar scale nymphs [...] n throughout the plot. Release more wasps in the areas of the field where scales are present. Release early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Release

• Pear brown spot

  actively competes and kills the pear brown spot inoculum on dead plant debris, taking the source of infection away on the orchard floor. As part of an [...] Stemphylium vesicarium survives between growing seasons on infected plant debris and fallen leaves on the orchard floor, where it serves as a source of new [...] Disease development Secondary spores produced on infected tissues allow the disease to spread rapidly throughout the orchard during periods of frequent rainfall

• Pear aphid

  Fresh honeydew deposits on lower or inner fruiting spurs Ant tracks on the trunk or lower scaffold branches Monitoring early in the season helps identify [...] What is pear aphid? The pear aphid (Dysaphis pyri) is a highly damaging pest of pear orchards. Both nymphs and adults feed on developing foliage, causing [...] . Aphids also excrete honeydew, creating a sticky layer on leaves and fruit which promotes the growth of sooty mold. Pear aphids are most damaging during

• Greenhouse whitefly

  sucking out the sap from the plant leaves and secreting honeydew. This can have the following consequences: If the population is very large, feeding on plant [...] This is called the pupa stadium and these pupae are found on the oldest leaves. The adult emerges from the pupa via a T-shaped fissure. The adult whiteflies [...] sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and fall. Such leaf damage can in

• CeraSulfur

  to conventional sulfurs. The low particle size maximizes the contact surface between sulfur and the pathogen. In addition, the porous structure of CeraSulfur [...] addition, the unique formulation provides the sulfur with a high resistance to runoff. After application, CeraSulfur forms a protective layer on the crop surface [...] CeraSulfur can be applied as foliar spray with regular spraying equipment. Dosage Adjust the dose according to the fungal pressure and the stage of crop

• Greenshield

  Larvae develop inside the host egg, and after pupation the adult emerges from the host egg by biting a hole in the lid of the stink bug egg. Visual effect [...] necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F. Storage conditions In the dark. Recommended for you Aphytis melinus [...] Application Hang carboard tube in a tree in the orchard or crop. Apply as illustrated on label. Dosage The release of Greenshield should be done once stinkbug