En-Strip

inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in the [...] places exposed to direct sunlight Dosage The dosage of En-Strip depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] until control is achieved. At increasing temperatures it may be better to switch to the use of Enermix or Ercal. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized

Macrocheles robustulus

medium (not on the plastic) The dosage of Macro-Mite depends on climate, crop, planting medium and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] the contents. Macrocheles robustulus is a generalist predator. In addition to soil-dwelling thrips stages, it also feeds on fly larvae, mites, springtails [...] nematodes and other small soil-dwelling organisms. Adult females can consume four to five Western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) pupae per day. Life

Fusarium spp.

the stems are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die, and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years subsequently. F. graminearum/Gibberella [...] brown discolouration occurs. Infected glumes and kernels become white, due to dehydration, and later turn pinkish-red as spores are formed. Ear infection [...] of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the best-known. The mycotoxins are toxic to mammals so maximum levels have been determined. Fusarium sambucinum (a.k.a

Obscure mealybug

seeking females to fertilize. The female second instar nymphs, on the other hand, settle on the leaf and begin to secrete wax, moulting to a third instar [...] parts of the world with a temperate climate. It has a very similar appearance to the citrus mealybug (Planococcus citri) , but its body is covered with a thicker [...] as passiflora, pelargonium, and orchids. Pseudococcus viburni is difficult to control biologically. Damage symptoms Although most species of mealybug feed

Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

consultant using the Natutec Scout app as a tool. It allows us to take the measures we need to take quickly, based on the advice provided the consultant. You [...] value helps to prevent unnecessary work. Although, with just two whitefly per square metre or a few thrips in your plant, there is little to be concerned [...] the level of infestation exceeds the threshold, it’s a signal to the grower that he needs to take action. This is how Barry Enthoven of Lema Tomaten in Naaldwijk

Aphilin

n Release mummies near infested plants, because Aphelinus abdominalis is not very mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes (Dibox) [...] Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting

Aphipar

on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage [...] Aphipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting

Aphipar-M

on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage [...] Aphipar-M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting

Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

compared to untreated control) against bean seed fly Vertify, Aarle Rixtel, The Netherlands, 2022 Capirel efficacy (% damage reduction compared to untreated [...] seed fly, Frank decided to use Capirel. Integrated pest management, including the use of beneficial nematodes like Capirel, is key to controlling bean seed [...] control of onion fly (Delia antiqua) Capirel efficacy (% reduction compared to untreated control) against onion fly (Delia antiqua) damage The Netherlands