• Breaking ground in SA for the macrobial control of stinkbug done by parasitic wasps

  August 1, 2022

  parasitize up to 300 eggs and they are a hardy species that can survive up to 2 weeks without food. Trissolcus feeds on pollen and nectar, and stinkbug eggs [...] vary between roughly 10 and 20 days, depending on temperature and food availability. Green Shield is a potent weapon you need to combat stinkbug this season [...] eggs. Trissolcus larvae feed on the stinkbug larvae inside the egg and pupate. The stinkbug eggs changes from a cream colour to black. The newly hatched

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  development stages 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 [...] quantity of prey consumed depends on the predator and prey populations, the sex and age of the predator, and the temperature and relative humidity. In general [...] top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites The dosage of Spidex Vital Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  abdominalis is 2.5 to 3 mm in length, with short legs and short antennae. Females have a black thorax and yellow abdomen. Males are slightly smaller and their abdomen [...] a few days The dosage of Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] not very mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes (Dibox) Make sure the material remains dry and at its introduction site for a

• Fusarium spp.

  causes foot and/or root rot of the infected host plant, and the disease may manifest as wilting, stunting and chlorosis or lesions on the stem and/or leaves [...] seedling damping-off . On the foot of the stem, brown discolouration occurs. Infected glumes and kernels become white, due to dehydration, and later turn pinkish-red [...] plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species are dispersed upwards on the outside of the plant. Most Fusarium species only make asexual

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  based on the quantity and quality of its fruits and the time in which they can be produced and harvested, the price of the fruit in the market and the [...] "Biological pest control has helped us to have a better yield by lengthening the harvest weeks. We have managed to reach 42 weeks thanks to the fact that [...] considerably by up to 40%, depending on the cycle," he said. Hacienda Fresh and Koppert have been implementing a successful biological pest control program for

• Diglyphus isaea

  its role as a biological control agent for leaf miner control. Its ability to effectively target and suppress these pests makes it an invaluable tool in [...] parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea depends on climate, crop and leaf miner density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] Adult Diglyphus isaea does not feed on leafminers but sustains itself on nectar and honeydew. Life cycle and appearance of Diglyphus isaea Because Diglyphus

• Spider mites and other mites

  Biological control of spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells [...] cells and causing leaf discoloration, reduced photosynthesis and lower yields. Their fast reproduction makes early detection and continuous control essential [...] effective management, as their small size and tendency to hide on the underside of leaves can make them difficult to spot. Spider mite damage Some common signs

• Understanding the importance of scouting for successful IPM in Macadamia Orchards

  September 26, 2024

  Koppert’s Delta and Funnel trap), and chemical controls when necessary. This multi-faceted approach minimizes reliance on any single method and enhances overall [...] leaves, stems, and nuts for pests and possible beneficials. Use a loupe to closely inspect small pests and their predators. 5. Identification and assessment [...] role and effectiveness of these natural enemies, farmers can make informed decisions about their management strategies. How does biological control fit

• Orius laevigatus

  agricultural and horticultural systems. Both adults and nymphs of Orius laevigatus are voracious predators, adept at piercing and feeding on the soft bodies [...] Thripor-L depends on climate, crop and thrips density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first thrips [...] is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips The natural enemy Orius laevigatus is available at Koppert as Thripor-L . How to use Orius laevigatus

• Aphidius colemani

  causing aphids to drop from the leaf and fall to the ground. Although many aphids die as a result, many will survive and migrate to other plants to begin new [...] to the Braconidae family and is primarily known for its effectiveness in controlling aphid populations in various agricultural and horticultural environments [...] items How to use Aphidius colemani The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure