Crop scouting

the need for excessive pesticide or fertilizer use. This not only saves resources but also contributes to environmental conservation by reducing chemical [...] 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 [...] chemical inputs. Furthermore, crop scouting empowers growers to make informed decisions based on real-time field data. By understanding the specific needs of

Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

seed fly, Frank decided to use Capirel. Integrated pest management, including the use of beneficial nematodes like Capirel, is key to controlling bean seed [...] further damage to crops and promoting sustainable pest management practices. Why Frank uses Capirel nematodes Frank highlights the benefits of using beneficial [...] compared to untreated control) against bean seed fly Vertify, Aarle Rixtel, The Netherlands, 2022 Capirel efficacy (% damage reduction compared to untreated

Whitefly

look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our whitefly control products in action. More whitefly control videos How to get rid of whitefly The [...] are not true flies , but belong to the order Hemiptera (true bugs ). Together with aphids and scale insects, they belong to the division Sternorrhyncha. The [...] n. Viruses can be transmitted from one plant to another. Both T. vaporariorum and B. tabaci are known to transmit viruses. Solution Finder Find solutions

Citrus thrips

towards the shady area of the tree to pupate, if a suitable site is not found, the larva will drop to the ground to pupate. Citrus thrips does not enter [...] Citrus thrips can survive on many different host plants but seem to be particularly attracted to those with aromatic oils and terpenoids. Damage and symptoms [...] small, which may become brown when exposed to the sun later in the season. Severe scarring of fruit can occur up to 13 weeks after petal fall, after which

Flies

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Beneficial microorganisms

damage. This can lead to the insect's death. Spore production: As the insect succumbs to the fungal infection, the fungus continues to grow. Eventually, it [...] like biopesticides, where they are introduced to target pests, providing an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Well-known examples of beneficial [...] risk to the environment. They break down naturally, leaving no harmful residues. Precision pest control Beneficial microorganisms are specific to their

Vine mealybug

on grapevines, but also on figs and pomegranates. Control Vine Mealybug How to get rid of vine mealybug Life cycle and appearance of Vine mealybug The [...] Planococcus ficus Vine mealybug General The vine mealybug Planococcus ficus belongs to the family Pseudococcidae, and is also known by the names Mediterranean vine [...] egg sac (ovisac) containing from 300-500 eggs. The nymphs are very similar to the adult female, even if they are smaller. The prepupa and pupa stages are

Aphids

in this way, as is the cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) in cucumber. How to prevent aphids To prevent aphid infestations in crops, you can take several preventative [...] insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family containing many [...] colour forms, or resistance to pesticides, remain unchanged and unsorted. The young aphids are born as developed nymphs and begin to feed instantly on plant

Mealybugs and scales

look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our mealybug control products in action. More mealybug control videos How to get rid of mealybugs & [...] important families within the superfamily Coccoidea. This superfamily belongs to the order Hemiptera (the true bugs ). Coccoidea are at first sight barely [...] often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must ingest large quantities

Predatory insects

Ladybugs use their keen sense of smell to locate areas with aphid infestations. Once they find aphids, ladybugs use their specialized mouthparts to consume [...] larvae, sometimes referred to as "aphid lions," are particularly effective in controlling aphids . They use their strong jaws to grasp and consume aphids [...] 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