Green peach aphid

of adults and a great variety in colour. When reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant [...] native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution. The green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is a particularly polyphagous [...] glossy. Winged individuals have a brown-black head and thorax and a yellow-green to green or even reddish abdomen. They have a dark brown spot on the abdomen

Phytoseiulus persimilis

deposited close to, or in a spider mite colony. They are approximately twice the size of spider mite eggs and a transparent light pink when freshly laid, turning [...] density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates [...] only feed on smaller prey stages. The larvae do not eat. They develop quickly to protonymph and then start to feed on spider mites. The quantity of prey consumed

Sciarid flies

them, although some species can also eat living plant material. The adults prefer humid habitats and are attracted to a broad range of pathogenic and non [...] They are legless and have a conspicuous black head. The head is equipped with biting-chewing mouth parts. Pupation takes place in a small hole in the ground [...] General Sciarid flies constitute the family of Sciaridae. The species that cause most damage to crops belong to the genera Bradysia and Lycoriella . Lycoriella

Aphidius colemani

spins a cocoon inside the aphid cuticle, causing it to swell. The cuticle turns from a hard, leathery brown to a golden yellow casing, known as a mummy [...] than the wings, and is black with dark brown legs. A female has a more pointed abdomen that is as long as the wings, is equipped with an ovipositor, and is [...] if an aphid is parasitized in a younger stage there will be no reproduction. A male wasp has slightly longer antennae, a rounded abdomen that is shorter

Codling moth

towards the core and eats a large proportion of the flesh, leaving behind brown frass. The entry point is then greatly enlarged as the tissue beneath is [...] are about 1.3 x 1.0 mm, and whitish opalescent when laid. Later, the developing embryo is visible as a red ring. The larvae are up to 20 mm long, initially [...] appearance of Codling moth The adults have a wing span of 15-22 mm, blackish-brown forewings, suffused with ash-grey and a large, metallic, bronzy black ocellus

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

Mexico, this family business started using biological control in its raspberry production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had [...] number of pests such as thrips , brown spiders, crystalline spiders, worms and ants, as well as root diseases that cause a reduction in the yield of avocado [...] essential. This approach combines a series of methods such as monitoring, cultural practices, biological control and, only when necessary, chemical control.

Neoseiulus californicus

density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively or as soon as the first spider mites are detected in the crop. Use [...] other food sources such as other mites, thrips or pollen. Feeding behaviour of Neoseiulus californicus Neoseiulus californicus is a selective predator of

Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

measurement. The threshold value works as an alarm bell – as soon as the level of infestation exceeds the threshold, it’s a signal to the grower that he needs [...] app as a tool. It allows us to take the measures we need to take quickly, based on the advice provided the consultant. You can act more promptly.’ A threshold [...] provides a visual indication on the map itself to show how the level of infestation is evolving. Different levels of indication are available – on a location

Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales and long tailed mealybugs

researched the effectiveness of Rhyzobug . As well as the optimal conditions using this natural enemy, making sure you as a grower will reach the best and most [...] scale, amongst others and is easy to apply. It’s recommended to start introduction as soon as the first armoured scales are detected. You apply it in the evening [...] are excited to introduce the newest member to our family: Rhyzobug ( Rhyzobius lophanthae ). Rhyzobug , a small ladybird, preys on most armoured scale species

Aphidius matricariae

parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological [...] least a few days The dosage of Aphipar -M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best