• Aphytis melinus

  belonging to the family Aphelinidae . This tiny wasp is widely recognized for its role in the biological control of various scale insect pests.Native to Southeast [...] melinus has been introduced to many parts of the world to aid in integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Aphytis melinus is used for the control of the following [...] proceeds to feed on the scale. The preferred hosts for the parasitoid are third instar scale nymphs, although smaller scales are accepted for parasitism

• Leading farmers in climate-smart horticulture

  October 18, 2022

  value chain: from seed to market, to aim to develop, together with South African farmers, a business case for production for high end markets in South [...] s by linking them to the sustainable farming aspects that are needed for future farming. • Contribute to food security by increasing the local production [...] re will also offer a potential site for independent trials for the commercial vegetable sector. It will be able to generate local and nonpartisan data

• The crucial role of ant control in your IPM strategy

  September 26, 2024

  control pest populations. This interference can lead to increased pest numbers and greater damage to fruit trees. Economic consequences Reduced fruit quality [...] while not always directly harmful to fruit trees, play a complex role in orchard pest dynamics. Their control is crucial for several reasons: Facilitators [...] parasitoids, which can lead to severe pest infestations in the orchard. Pest spread: Ants can move pests from one tree to another, exacerbating pest problems

• Aphids

  mosaic virus (CMV) in cucumber. How to get rid of aphids Horiver Disc Aphidend Aphipar-M Aphipar Aphilin How to prevent aphids To prevent aphid infestations [...] solutions for aphids, professional growers can achieve consistent pest management, maintain crop quality, yield and sustainability. Solutions for aphid control [...] insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family containing many

• Flies

  invasion routes for various pathogenic fungi, for instance Fusarium sp. And Botrytis sp. Adults can also spread pathogens from diseased to healthy plants [...] videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our fly control products in action. Recommended for you Plant Pests [...] organic matter. Although they cause little direct damage to plants, they are often a problem due to their large number. Larvae of flies of the family Keroplatidae

• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  using Trianum for the past two years in order to protect his plants’ roots. ‘I started using Trianum-G because of my crop’s susceptibility to Pythium,’ explained [...] pots (two plants in one rockwool cube). He decided to do this in response to his crop’s susceptibility to Pythium. ‘My crop gets 20 hours of light a day, [...] mats and whole rows had to be rejected, and the fungus would spread through the gutters to adjacent mats. ‘We sometimes lost up to 50% of production on the

• Cottony cushion scale

  cushion scale, Icerya purchasi , is considered to have originated in Australia. It was accidentally introduced to California in about 1868 and devastated the [...] not necessary for reproduction. The adult male has well developed antennae and one pair of dusky wings, The adult ‘females’ produce 500 to 2000 bright-red [...] period of 2 to 3 months. After leaving the egg sac, the crawlers settle along the midribs and veins of the leaves. The next two instars migrate to the larger

• Mpumalanga and Limpopo get ready!

  May 6, 2022

  100% sustainable agriculture, we are always eager to find likeminded companies to come alongside us to partner with nature in making agriculture healthier [...] and various other role players to develop and promote sustainable growing practices. We are so excited for the week ahead to share more about the possibilities [...] s and helping you to discover the latest innovative solutions for pest control and optimising your yield. We believe the answers to many of the agricultural

• Spidex Vital FAQ

  as the current product. How will this change my existing program that has been working for years? Apart from the fact you have to switch your current pl [...] control with Spidex Vital, compared to the regular Spidex. Does anything change to the rate of application? No, continue to introduce Spidex Vital in the numbers [...] you recommend your customers to obtain the best pest control. Does anything change to the mode of application? No, continue to introduce Spidex Vital the

• Mealybugs and scales

  leads to sooty mould. Infestations reduce plant vigor, fruit quality and overall yield. Effective control of mealybugs and scales is essential to maintain [...] ornamental crops, the mere presence of mealybugs is sufficient to render the product unfit for sale. A very small population can thus cause considerable loss [...] Mealybug & scale control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our mealybug control products in action. More mealybug control