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Aphytis melinus

the plot. Release more wasps in the areas of the field where scales are present. Release early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Release the same [...] for its role in the biological control of various scale insect pests.Native to Southeast Asia, Aphytis melinus has been introduced to many parts of the [...] same day the product is received, in case of adverse weather it can be stored for 24-48 hours at 18ºC and in darkness. Best conditions for Aphytis melinus

Damping-off

survive very well in the soil or substrate in the absence of plants. Many species are entirely saprophytic, so these do not harm plants. How to prevent Damping-off [...] higher temperatures in the soil or irrigation water. Pythium aphanidermatum mostly occurs in young plants and damage is more extensive in young crops. Damage [...] are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer from stress, caused for example by too much water, too high or low temperatures or sudden fluctuations in temperature

Beneficial microorganisms

biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling harmful pests [...] for pest control include fungi, bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in environments such as soil, water, and air. These microorganisms are harnessed [...] bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis . Beneficial microorganisms for pest control How it works Infection and colonization: Beneficial microorganisms start by infecting

Caterpillars

them feed on nectar. In contrast, the caterpillars have biting and chewing mouthparts and can devour large amounts of plant tissue. Many species cause damage [...] caterpillars. Some species mine in leaves or bore holes into fruit or stems, making them difficult to detect and control. In addition to consumption of the [...] than 150,000 species, that are easily distinguishable from other insects. Many of the butterfly species that are active during the day can be strikingly

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

support you in comprehending how our new introduced natural enemy Rhyzobug can support you in controlling mealybugs and armoured scales in your crop we [...] mealybugs in citrus blueberries, macadamia, avocado and stonefruit. In our continuous pursuit to help growers biologically control pests in their outdoor [...] tailed mealybugs . Rhyzobug can be applied in various crops like citrus, blueberries, stonefruit and macademia. Also in tropical fruits like mango and avocado

Leaf miners

cosmetic damage. In (sub)tropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants [...] the leaves of plants, creating ‘mines’. There are many species of leaf miner affecting various crops in temperate parts of the world. Under natural conditions [...] The leaf miner species that cause damage in horticultural crops are mostly polyphagous; that is, they feed on many crops. However, this is not universal among

Two-spotted spider mite

yellow, and in many plants the damage can also be seen on the upper surface of leaves as small yellow dots. The destruction of cells results in reduced p [...] worldwide and many of them are major crop pests. The two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ) is by far the most important species in greenhouses [...] such webs in which the mites live. The webbing and spotting on the leaves affects the appearance of the crop. This is of particular concern in ornamental

Rhyzobug FAQ

around during release. 3 Packaging How many adults are in the packaging? 500 adults. What kind of carrier is present in the packaging? Buckwheat hulls. [...] insects. Small scales are consumed entirely. In larger scales feeding damage is visible as irregular holes in scale cover. What is the life cycle of Rhyzobius [...] during the day? Apply in the evening. What is the best application time related to the pest level? As soon as the pest is detected. How do I apply the Rhyzobius

Spider mites and other mites

yellow, and in many plants the damage can also be seen on the upper surface of leaves as small yellow dots. The destruction of cells results in reduced p [...] worldwide, many of them are common crop pests. The two-spotted spider mite , Tetranychus urticae , is by far the most important species in greenhouses [...] such webs in which the mites live. The webbing and spotting on the leaves affect the appearance of the crop. This is of particular concern in ornamental