Amblyseius swirskii , Neoseiulus cucumeris or Amblydromalus limonicus ) or, in tomato, with predatory mirid bugs ( Macrolophus pygmaeus or Nesidiocoris tenuis
responsible for the transmission of viruses, the best known of which is tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV), mainly transmitted by F. occidentalis. Life cycle
persicae subsp. persicae ) is an important insect pest in sweet pepper, tomato, cucumber and many other greenhouse crops. The aphid may originate from
various thrips species and eggs and larvae of whitefly . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into
various thrips species and eggs and larvae of whitefly . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract
vaporariorum ) and tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ). Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract
tropical and subtropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants of fruiting
thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) is the most important vector for both tomato spotted wilt virus (TSWV) and impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV). Both
occurs on many crops, including aubergine, beans, cucumber, sweet pepper, tomato, roses, gerbera and poinsettia. Damage symptoms The larvae of whitefly need
freezing or cooking. The main vegetable crops for processing in Portugal are: Tomato (14,500 hectares), Peas (3,500 ha), (Broccoli 4,000 ha), (Pepper 1,000 ha)