• Raspberry

  raspberry ( Rubus idaeus ), also referred to as red raspberry or occasionally as European raspberry to distinguish it from other raspberries, is a red-fruited [...] Rubus. This particular plant species has its origins in Europe and northern Asia, but nowadays the fruit is being extensively produced in other temperate

• Natupol Fly

  is below 18°C it is best to keep the pupae indoors at a temperature of 20-25°C untill the first flies start to hatch. Pupae can then be released in the [...] the quantity in relation to the number of flowers per m². As a general rule apply 100-300 pupae per m² per week. It is important to start introducing the [...] not consumed by the flies but stick to their bodies. When a fly visits another flower the pollen are transferred to the pistils of the flower which is needed

• Aphidius matricariae

  larvae hatch and begin to feed internally. They use their specialized mouthparts to penetrate the aphid’s body and siphon off its nutrients, effectively [...] Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological pest control of aphids . This [...] moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Aphipar -M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted

• Broccoli

  plant. When it comes to botanical classification, the broccoli plant is categorized as part of the Italica cultivar group that belongs to the species Brassica [...] Brassica oleracea. Broccoli looks a lot like cauliflower, which belongs to a different cultivar group of the same species. The plant has a large, flowering [...] from a single thick, edible stalk. Broccoli (both the head and the stalk) can be cooked and eaten as a vegetable.seed

• Macrocheles robustulus

  Macrocheles robustulus is a generalist predator. In addition to soil-dwelling thrips stages, it also feeds on fly larvae, mites, springtails, nematodes and [...] conditions for use of Macrocheles robustulus For optimal results the soil has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a loose structure. The minimum temperature [...] on climate, crop, planting medium and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively or as soon

• Tomato leafminer

  tomatoes, belongs to the family of Gelechiidae . It is oligophagous, feeding mainly on Solanaceae species . The main host is tomato but it also feeds on other [...] Mining by the caterpillar causes malformations. Damage to fruit allows fungal diseases to enter, leading to rotting fruit before or after harvest. Life cycle [...] creamy white to bright yellow, darkening in the embryonic phase and becoming almost black near eclosion. The first-instar larvae are whitish to yellowish

• Predatory insects

  actively seek out aphid colonies, helping to keep their populations in check. Next to aphids, lacewings also contribute to the control of mealybugs , thrips and [...] smell to locate areas with aphid infestations. Once they find aphids, ladybugs use their specialized mouthparts to consume them. Ladybugs are known to be [...] larvae, sometimes referred to as "aphid lions," are particularly effective in controlling aphids . They use their strong jaws to grasp and consume aphids

• Western flower thrips

  occidentalis) can be found on a wide variety of plants, including many vegetable and ornamental crops in greenhouses, and on various weeds. It is an especially [...] Thrips cause damage to plants by piercing the cells of the surface tissues and sucking out their contents, causing the surrounding tissue to die. The resulting [...] infested flower buds may not open at all. Fruits can also be damaged, even at low densities, giving rise to deformities such as the “pig-tail” fruit sometimes

• Long-tailed mealybug

  long. Reproduction in Pseudococcus longispinus , may be sexual or asexual, the latter apparently being the more common situation. Unlike most other mealy [...] longispinus occurs naturally in tropical and sub-tropical regions, but these days it is widespread throughout the world. The range of host plants of Pseudococcus [...] Pseudococcus longispinus is less extensive than that of the citrus mealy bug but it nevertheless encompasses many species of (ornamental) crops (e.g. croton, orchids

• Green peach aphid

  need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] The aphid may originate from Asia, where its winter-hardy host plant, the peach tree, is native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution [...] persicae subsp. persicae ) is the most important vector of viral diseases. It can transmit at least 100 different viruses and is thus rightfully feared