• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  to register volatiles emitted by damaged plants. Phytoseiid mites have no eyes and therefore rely on volatiles released by damaged plants and their tactile [...] The predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is by far the most important natural enemy of Two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used [...] mites increases rapidly, and they quickly reduce the spider mite population by predation. Phytoseiulus persimilis is highly specific and is only effective

• Knowing & recognizing

  giving you the ability to recognize the pest or disease you are up against by means of detailed illustrations and close-up photographs. The knowledge gained [...] aspects need to be considered. The need for knowledge has been recognized by Koppert for over 50 years. Recent scientific discoveries concerning beneficial

• Tutasan

  they get trapped in the water. Trapping males reduces the amount of eggs laid by females who fail to mate. Presentation One trap. Preparation Place the pheromone [...] the trap works correctly. If the trap is not connected to a dripper refill by hand Replace the pheromone capsule every 4-6 weeks Clean the trap when completely

• Greenhouse whitefly

  can be transmitted. The consumption of plant sap and secreting of honeydew by whiteflies reduce the aesthetic value of crops. This is particularly important [...] leaf. The fourth larva stadium develops into a white, oval case encircled by a ring of erect waxy rods. This is called the pupa stadium and these pupae

• Green peach aphid

  can transmit at least 100 different viruses and is thus rightfully feared by many growers. Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb [...] aphids lay eggs that overwinter. In greenhouses reproduction also takes place by parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce

• Litchi moth

  growth and other infestations leading to fruit rot. Larva activity is detected by the presence of brown granular excreta on the fruit surface. Appearance and

• Cauliflower

  Brassica oleracea. The cauliflower plant is an annual plant that reproduced by seed. The cauliflower head looks like broccoli and consists of white, flowering

• Cyclamen mite

  Damage symptoms The cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) feeds on plant sap by penetrating the plant tissue with its piercing-sucking mouth parts. The mites [...] Symptoms vary depending on the host plant and can resemble the damage caused by viruses. Infested leaves are twisted or curled, distorted, brittle and smaller

• Nutari

  the season, even when pests are present Nutari can be applied by sprinkling on the leaves by hand or with an Air(o)bug Large heaps of carrier material may

• Deltatrap

  and identify. Trapping males also aids in reducing the number of eggs laid by females as they fail to mate. Presentation One trap with suspension hook and [...] order to avoid interference Replace the sticky insert when largely covered by insects and/or debris Dosage Use two or four traps per hectare for every species