• Western flower thrips

  occidentalis) can be found on a wide variety of plants, including many vegetable and ornamental crops in greenhouses, and on various weeds. It is an especially [...] Thrips cause damage to plants by piercing the cells of the surface tissues and sucking out their contents, causing the surrounding tissue to die. The resulting [...] infested flower buds may not open at all. Fruits can also be damaged, even at low densities, giving rise to deformities such as the “pig-tail” fruit sometimes

• Green peach aphid

  need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] The aphid may originate from Asia, where its winter-hardy host plant, the peach tree, is native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution [...] persicae subsp. persicae ) is the most important vector of viral diseases. It can transmit at least 100 different viruses and is thus rightfully feared

• Limonica

  Limonica depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pests [...] limonicus performs effectively across a wide range of temperatures. It remains active and able to predate and reproduce in both cooler and warmer conditions. For [...] the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 12-14°C/54-57°F. Storage conditions In the dark, provide ventilation to prevent CO 2 accumulation

• Chrysopa-E

  should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Introduction rates typically range from 10-100 eggs per m 2 /release. Releases should be made preventively [...] including low temperatures (average > 12°C/54°F). It is most effective at 20-28°C (68-82°F). Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol [...] body fluids. Visual effect Prey is sucked out, shrivelled skins are difficult to find. Chrysoperla carnea larvae are active mainly during the night. The larvae

• Citrus mealybug

  lived and can be hard to spot. They are smaller than the females, have two pairs of wings and two long tail filaments. Their sole task is to fertilize the [...] length. They produce little wax, so that the light yellow to pink body is visible through its waxy covering. There is often a darker longitudinal stripe [...] the females and as soon as a male emerges from its cocoon, it goes in search of a female. A fertilized female lays several hundreds of eggs in an elongated

• Some Tips for Maize Production in Challenging Times

  March 25, 2019

  key concern to farmers. Extraneous factors such as weather patterns notwithstanding, it is important for maize farmers to pay attention to all the good [...] period. It is important to top dress after 25-30 days of sowing and do the final top dressing after 20-25 days of first top dressing. It should be noted [...] nutrients and the remedial steps that need to be undertaken in case of deficiencies. Fertile soil should be well prepared for sowing. The correct tillage

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  also be applied with (Mini)-Air(o)bug The dosage of Thripex, Thripex-V depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the [...] top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites The dosage of Thripex-Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural enemy to help control thrips populations. Neoseiulus cucumeris for pest

• Thripex

  77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus cucumeris is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%. Combined use Can be combined [...] gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put [...] Thripex depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest

• Swirski-Mite

  90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C/64°F. Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined [...] Swirski-Mite depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest [...] the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 12-14°C/54-57°F. Storage conditions In the dark, provide ventilation to prevent CO 2 accumulation

• Swirski-Mite Plus

  and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C (64°F). A. swirskii is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with [...] 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 [...] te Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively or as soon