Cotton aphid

Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess [...] which can vary widely, from light yellow to light green, or even a green-black colour . This body colour depends on temperature, food source and the density [...] population. Large individuals (up to 1.8 mm long) are usually dark green to black, while aphids produced in overcrowded colonies at a high temperature can be much

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Nutari

for predatory mites . This will ensure a standing army of predatory mites in the crop, keeping the target pest on a low level. Pack size 30 gram (2 million); [...] distributed as a thin, even layer Dosage The dosage of Nutari depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] 5000 mites/m 2 per release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation

Natutec Airbug

(depending on product/carrier material). Application Select the required dosing pot Adjust the size of the holes to the required dosage based on the information [...] provided in the table on the underside of the pot Fill the dosing pot with the material to be released and close the lid Connect the tube to the blower and secure [...] secure with a wing nut Place the fully charged battery in the belt bag Connect the cable to the battery Attach the dosing pot to the revolving head of

Natupol Fly

per week. It is important to start introducing the first pupae the week prior to blossom since pupae need a couple of days to hatch. Please check the table [...] Pollination of isolated crops, produced on a smaller scale, such as seed crops with just a few flowers or for crops that produce very little pollen. Crops [...] 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

Litchi moth

Litchi moth The moth lays her eggs singly on the fruit, rarely on the leaves. On hatching the larvae feeds on the fruit skin and then tunnels towards the [...] Seychelles. Litchi moth is polyphagous and of economic importance on litchi, and macadamia nuts to a limited extent. Damage and symptoms The newly hatched larva [...] General Litchi moth ( Cryptophlebia peltastica ) is native to Southern Africa and also occurs on the Indian Ocean islands of Madagascar, Mauritius, Reunion

Spider mites and other mites

that present a threat to many crops throughout the world. Despite their small size, they are capable of causing severe damage very rapidly due to their great [...] damage Larvae, nymphs and adults cause damage to the host plant by feeding on plant sap. They mainly occur on the underside of leaves where they pierce the [...] cycle of spider mites Spider mite control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our spider mite control products in action. More

American serpentine leaf miner

early morning. The larva crawls into the ground to pupate. A small percentage of the larvae remain hanging on the leaf and pupate there. [...] mainly found on gerbera and chrysanthemum. Today the insect is widespread across the whole world. Damage symptoms Leaf miners cause damage to plants both [...] leaf tissue, leading to desiccation, premature leaf-fall and cosmetic damage. In tropical and subtropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such

Codling moth

embryo is visible as a red ring. The larvae are up to 20 mm long, initially whitish and later pale pinkish white, with a brown head and a pale anal plate. [...] The adults have a wing span of 15-22 mm, blackish-brown forewings, suffused with ash-grey and a large, metallic, bronzy black ocellus on the hind part. [...] General The codling moth ( Cydia pomonella ) is a notorious, worldwide pest of apple and also occasionally of pear, quince, peach and other fruits. It

Vine mealybug

this mealybug is mostly found on grapevines, but also on figs and pomegranates. Damage symptoms Mealybugs inflict damage on the crop in various ways: Nymphs [...] similar to the adult female, even if they are smaller. The prepupa and pupa stages are present only in the male. After a complete metamorphosis, a winged [...] General The vine mealybug Planococcus ficus belongs to the family Pseudococcidae, and is also known by the names Mediterranean vine mealybug and Grapevine