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 [...] Biological control of thrips Thrips are among the most challenging pests in greenhouse and field crops. Their feeding and virus transmission cause leaf [...] actively control thrips larvae and pupae, while beneficial nematodes target pupae in the soil. Sticky traps and kairomones support early detection and population

Sciarid flies

species are mainly found in commercial mushroom cultivation where they can cause enormous damage. Sciarid flies are usually found in damp, humid environments [...] commonly in greenhouses throughout the world. Although they generally do little harm to healthy plants, sciarid flies are particularly problematic in cuttings [...] areas in dark places, with a lot of organic material. They occur the whole year round. The eggs are minute (0.1 to 0.25 mm) and yellowish white in colour

Mealybugs and scales

fruit are concerned, these often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must [...] scales also produce honeydew (on which moulds grow) resulting in considerable damage in ornamental and fruit crops and loss of value. Armoured scales do [...] sale, and the reduced level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit production; in ornamental crops, the mere presence of mealybugs

Plant Disease Management

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Each sachet yielding > 1000 predatory mites. Swirski Ulti-Mite is available in 500 sachets per box. Use Swirski Ulti-Mite for biological pest control of [...] Trianum-P Leaf growth curve Swirski Ulti-Mite Macadamia Phenology Chart How Swirski Ulti-Mite works? Adult predatory mites search for their prey or wait [...] Application: Use sachets as soon as possible after receipt Hang sachets in sheltered locations on the crop (no direct sunlight) Sachets can be placed

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

thrive. Digital scouting apps In the digital age, scouting is aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time. These tools streamline [...] Understanding crop monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring [...] the scouting process and make it more efficient. Using a crop scouting tool in horticulture can lead to more effective, sustainable, and profitable crop

Leafhoppers

Biological control of leafhoppers Caterpillars are highly destructive pests that feed on leaves, stems and fruits, causing serious damage to greenhouse and field crops. Their feeding reduces photosynt

Crop scouting

Benefits of crop scouting One of the key benefits of crop scouting is its ability to enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems at their initial stages, growers can impl

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are sent in the pupal stage on parasitized egg sheets – 1 000 parasitized eggs / egg sheet. The egg sheets are placed in an envelope, and sent in a polystyrene [...] therefore completely safe to apply in both conventional and organic agricultural systems; • Easy to use and quick to distribute in affected areas. • Requires no [...] a very short lifecycle (around 8 days from egg to adult in summer}, ensuring rapid build-up in times of egg laying by its host. Up to three Tripar-C wasps

Macadamia Swirski Ultimite

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