Citrus

consistent sunny, humid environment with fertile soil and adequate rainfall or irrigation. Today, in the United States, the most important commercial varieties [...] genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the Rutaceae family. This includes any small tree or spiny shrub, including the lemon, lime, orange, tangerine, grapefruit [...] subtropical and tropical regions of Asia and the Malay Archipelago. Some citrus species have been present in the Mediterranean basin for centuries. Since citrus

Parasitic wasps

begin to feed on the host pest. They consume the host from the inside, which ultimately leads to the death of the host. Pupal stage: After the larvae have consumed [...] eggs either inside the host's body or attaches them to the host's exterior. Larval development: When the parasitic wasp eggs hatch, the newly emerged larvae [...] emerges from the host's body or the cocoon. The host pest is typically killed in the process. Host feeding In addition to parasitization, some parasitic

About Koppert

About Koppert The answers to many of today’s agricultural and environmental challenges are already out there: in nature itself. At Koppert, we explore [...] explore, understand, and apply these natural solutions in partnership with nature. Using natural enemies to control pests, bumblebees for pollination, and microbials [...] Since 1967, we’ve been helping growers worldwide cultivate healthier crops with high-quality biological crop protection .

Steinernema carpocapsae

ultimately killing the host within a few days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new [...] nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria, typically of the genus Xenorhabdus [...] should take place to prevent nematodes sinking to the bottom of the spray tank Avoid sprayers equipped with centrifugal or piston pumps Water tank temperature

Spical Ulti-Mite

in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] ly or as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 sachets per ha and hang them evenly spaced in the crop. Release should [...] tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites reproduce within the sachet and gradually disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Using their piercing

Aphids

large group of insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family [...] and flowers by piercing the plant tissue and sucking out the sap. This can result in stunted growth, curling or distortion of the leaves, yellowing, or [...] Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded, giving rise

Two-spotted spider mite

to the host plant by feeding on plant sap. They mainly occur on the underside of leaves where they pierce the cells and suck out the contents. The empty [...] to loss of the crop. The nymphs and adults also produce webs, and plants can get completely covered with such webs in which the mites live. The webbing and [...] become yellow, and in many plants the damage can also be seen on the upper surface of leaves as small yellow dots. The destruction of cells results in reduced

Amblyseius swirskii

shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material [...] often in the axil of veins. They are oval, white and are approximately 0.14 mm in diameter. The larvae have six legs, are the same colour as the eggs, and [...] case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop

Trial results Onion fly and Fusarium wilt

onion crop with Biological Crop Protection Proven results Before our products enter the market, they are extensively researched all across the globe. Making [...] Making sure we can offer you the best solutions for a high yielding and healthy crop. Trial results with Trianum against Fusarium oxyporum in onion Trianum [...] program B The Netherlands - Independent Trial (Vertify), 2020 For more information: www.Uireka.nl Capirel and Casea effectively decreased the number of

Leaf miners

lost before the harvest is affected. The size of a leaf tunnel depends on the stage of development of the leaf, the species of host plant and the species of [...] belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae tunnel into the leaves of plants [...] parts of the world. Under natural conditions, the larvae of these species are parasitized by parasitic wasps and so cause few problems. However, the use of