• Spider mites and other mites

  are often found in colonies on the undersides of leaves, where they feed on the plant's sap. The damage caused by plant mites can result in discolored or [...] Plant mites are a diverse group of small arthropods that feed on plant sap. They are found in a wide variety of habitats, from forests and grasslands to [...] phoenicis ) Each species of plant mite has its own unique characteristics and feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which is

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  of thrips in greenhouse crops. These predatory mites feed mostly on first instar thrips larvae. Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated [...] contents. In addition to thrips , Neoseiulus cucumeris preys on several other small organisms such as spider mites and tarsonemid mites. They also feed on pollen [...] instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish itself in the crop before the pest appears. The success of predatory mites in controlling

• Laeveld_Agrochem_GROEI_20_-_Winter_2022.pdf

  van Agri-Cure SP in kombinasie met SBF555. In ons veldproewe die afgelope paar seisoene in Polokwane, Christiana en Maryvale, het ons Agri-Cure SP en SBF555 [...] chemikalieë het vir ons gewys dat ons groen chemie tegnologie in Agri-Cure SP en SBF555 kop en skouers bo die res in die industrie uitstaan. Oor ons vier lokaliteite [...] beperk. Bly in kontak met ons, want ons is besig met proewe in die veld om verder te staaf hoe belangrik die byvoeging van AgriSil K50® in jou IPM-program

• Koppert One

  into pesticide side effects on beneficial insects and pollinators Pesticides can impact natural enemies and pollinators in multiple ways. Koppert One Side [...] - Digital platform for biological crop protection Koppert One is your all-in-one digital platform designed to simplify and strengthen biological crop [...] protection . By combining expert knowledge, smart tools, and real-time data, it empowers growers to make faster, more confident decisions. With integrated

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  is that it disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short supply, mainly adult females will leave the prey patch in search of [...] mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used in many crops worldwide, mainly in greenhouses, but also in outdoor crops such as strawberries. This predatory [...] first biological control agent used commercially in greenhouses and Koppert’s very first product in 1967. It is a specialist predator of spider mites and can

• Damping-off

  aphanidermatum mostly occurs in young plants and damage is more extensive in young crops. Damage symptoms Pythium affects roots, in particular those of seedlings [...] Pythium is considered a ‘weak pathogen’, meaning that it can usually only affect plants that are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer from stress, caused [...] temperatures or sudden fluctuations in temperature. Pythium aphanidermatum mostly occurs at higher temperatures in the soil or irrigation water. Pythium

• Integrated Pest Management

  g pests; it's about achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on prevention rather than reaction. It emphasizes [...] Management in agriculture is crucial for sustainable farming. It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which can have adverse effects on both crops [...] practices that deter pests from infesting in the first place. Monitoring Regular monitoring of pest populations helps in making informed decisions about control

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  is available in bottle ( Aphidend ). Open the bottle in the greenhouse Place the bottle directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the [...] midge known for its effectiveness in biological pest control , specifically targeting aphids . This beneficial insect is widely employed in integrated pest [...] night, it is crucial to keep the night temperature above 12°C/61°F, to ensure optimal conditions for oviposition. Apply Aphidoletes aphidimyza in an environment

• Oleander scale

  fruit occurs in heavy infestations, where spotting and often deformity of fruits affects market value. In olives this is seen as green spots on purple fruits [...] can be seen by the appearance of the scale armour on stems, leaves and fruits of hosts. Infestations on the leaves and stems may cause wilting and may reduce [...] offspring during her lifespan. At 30°C, there is a large reduction in fertility and high mortality in crawlers.

• Transeius montdorensis

  mites. They can also feed on pollen, which is useful, for instance, in sweet pepper crops, as the predatory mite can establish in the crop before the pest [...] Transeius montdorensis is also available in breeding sachets ( Montdo-Mite Plus ). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the [...] species of predatory mite utilized in biological pest control . These predatory mites are known for their effectiveness in controlling pest populations, including