Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

20 years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits such as pineapple and lime. An important part of their mission [...] part of an integrated pest management strategy (IPM). Although understanding the adaptability of insects in open field and the preventive approach of natural [...] the adaptability of insects to plants in open fields," said Carlos Canul, technical manager of Chula Brand Mexico. Thanks to the results of tests and field

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the performance of beneficial insects. It also takes a lot of dedication to obtain [...] Sánchez Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops [...] to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe control of thrips , crystalline spider mites and other

Sciarid flies

well-watered are particularly at risk. Life cycle and appearance of Sciarid flies The life cycle of sciarid flies has the following stages: egg, four larval instars [...] General Sciarid flies constitute the family of Sciaridae. The species that cause most damage to crops belong to the genera Bradysia and Lycoriella . Lycoriella [...] cuttings and other young growing plant material. Damage symptoms The larvae of sciarid flies feed mainly on organic remains and the fungi that grow on them

Orius laevigatus

systems. Both adults and nymphs of Orius laevigatus are voracious predators, adept at piercing and feeding on the soft bodies of their prey. The predatory bug [...] conditions for use of Orius laevigatus Optimal temperatures for Thripor-L are above 20°C (68°F), lower temperatures slow down the development of Orius laevigatus [...] adults are mainly found in flowers. Life cycle of Orius laevigatus You can recognize the different life stages of the predatory bug Orius laevigatus when using

Litchi moth

occurs on the Indian Ocean islands of Madagascar, Mauritius, Reunion and Seychelles. Litchi moth is polyphagous and of economic importance on litchi, and [...] activity is detected by the presence of brown granular excreta on the fruit surface. Appearance and life cycle of Litchi moth The moth lays her eggs singly

Predatory mites

pests for a long period of time. Reduced pesticide dependence: The integration of predatory mites can lead to a reduction in the use of chemical pesticides [...] Determine the appropriate quantity of predatory mites needed based on factors such as the size of your crop and the severity of the pest infestation. Distribution: [...] Depending on the severity of the pest problem, multiple releases of predatory mites may be required. Follow the recommendations of your crop consultant for

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

controlling large populations of mealybugs. Once the supply of mealybugs becomes inadequate, the ladybirds fly off in search of new prey. Sometimes the larvae [...] mealybug Expand all items Best conditions for use of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri The minimum temperature for use of Cryptobug and Cryptobug-L is 16°C/61°F. However [...] between 25°C and 28°C (68 and 82°F). Feeding behaviour of Cryptolaemus montrouzieri All moving stages of Cryptolaemus montriouzieri prey on mealybugs , seizing

RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

traps and immediately see how the level of infestation is developing.’ A lot of time saved This trend in level of infestation pressure is now visible in [...] how the level of infestation is developing. This function has also been made faster and better.’ Lower chance of errors Lastly, the ease of use has been [...] now have more trust in the result.’ From Jan’s point of view, it is not even about the exact number of whitefly stuck on the sticky traps. ‘No,’ he says,

Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

Trianum, levels of Phythium have decreased dramatically. Up until 2019, there was a lot of damage and loss of production at the end of cultivation. Whole [...] to Pythium. ‘My crop gets 20 hours of light a day, which means it requires a lot of water. That larger quantity of water makes the plant more susceptible [...] during the darkest period of the year. ‘Nature basically shuts down at that point. Everything’s just ticking over. Those sorts of conditions have a bigger

Aphidoletes aphidimyza

condition of the predator, as well as the size of the prey. Life cycle of Aphidoletes aphidimyza Growers can recognize the different life stages of the gall [...] Feeding behaviour of Aphidoletes aphidimyza The searching behaviour of adult female gall midges is extremely efficient. They are capable of locating aphid-infested [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Koppert products Aphidend Expand all items Best conditions for use of Aphidoletes