Laeveld_Agrochem_GROEI_20_-_Winter_2022.pdf

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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

Damping-off

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 [...] Pythium aphanidermatum mostly occurs in young plants and damage is more extensive in young crops. Life cycle and appearance of Damping-off Pythium belongs to

Oleander scale

reduction in fertility and high mortality in crawlers. Damage symptoms Scale infestation can be seen by the appearance of the scale armour on stems, leaves [...] 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 [...] Adult oleander scales are a greyish, dirty white or yellowy colour, round in shape, with a scale whose apex is off-centred. This scale resembles a miniature

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

Cottony soft rot

The plant above it wilts and rots. White, fluffy fungal mycelium grows on the lesions, giving this disease its name cottony soft rot. In the mycelium, big [...] sclerotiorum ) overwinters as sclerotia and mycelium in dead and living plant material in or on the ground. Sclerotia germinate at temperatures between [...] the naked eye and look like rat droppings. The symptoms may occur on stems but also on leaves, fruits and pods. Root infection often leads to premature

Predatory mites

and Neoseiulus californicus ( Spical ) are specialized in feeding on spider mites. They both prey on spider mites at every stage of their life cycle. Predatory [...] prey on the larvae of fungus gnats in the soil, preventing them from turning into adult fungus gnats. Predatory mites packaging Predatory mites in bottles [...] demonstrated its practical effectiveness, enabling the use of predatory mites even in suboptimal conditions. Examples of predatory mites in Ulti-Mite sachets

Encarsia formosa

Aphelinidae , widely recognized for its role in biological control, particularly in the management of whitefly populations in various agricultural and horticultural [...] highly adaptable and can adjust its parasitism based on the density of the whitefly population, making it a valuable tool in integrated pest management . [...] transparent to brown in colour. The pupa of E. formosa is unique among the species of Encarsia , in that it is formed immediately beneath and in contact with the

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

False codling moth

native to sub-Saharan Africa and is found in all citrus production areas in Southern Africa. It also occurs on some of the Indian and Atlantic Ocean islands [...] the final instar (fifth) is ready to pupate, it exist the fruit and drops to the ground where it pupates in the top layer of the soil. The moths emerge [...] 5 weeks to 3 months depending on the time of year and temperature. There are 6 overlapping generations in a year and it also has no diapause.