• Tomato leafminer

  January 1, 1970

  ped mines in the leaves. Caterpillars prefer leaves and stems, but they may also occur underneath the crown of the fruit and even inside the fruit itself [...] behind the head. The prepupae of the tomato leaf miner ( Tuta absoluta ) are lighter than the feeding larvae and have a typical pink colouration on the dorsal [...] outside the leaf mines or fruit. Pupation takes place in the soil or on the surface of a leaf, in a curled leaf or in a mine. If they leave the mines they

• Cyclamen mite

  January 1, 1970

  than the females and their hind legs are modified and used to transport pharate females. Eggs of the cyclamen mite are about half the size of the adult [...] mite. They are oval in form, smooth, transparent and twice as long as they are wide. Both ends are equally rounded. The larvae are opaque white and have only [...] mouth parts. The mites are mostly found within the flower buds, growing tips and young folded leaves, where the humidity is highest and they are protected

• Southern European marshland pyralid

  January 1, 1970

  either within the crop or in another suitable spot in the vicinity. Pupation occurs in a cocoon made of webbing, frass and soil particles. The pupa itself [...] Damage symptoms The caterpillars often stay in the lower strata of the crop, sometimes attacking the stem of the plant as well as the leaves. Late instar [...] feature is the triangle formed by the head and forewings. Moths mainly fly at night, but can sometimes be seen in the daytime. Eggs are laid singly or in groups

• Persea mite

  January 1, 1970

  primarily on the underside where the mites form small, web-covered colonies along the main veins. Their feeding punctures the leaf tissue, resulting in small [...] expose fruit and branches to sunburn and ultimately reduce yield and fruit quality. Life cycle The persea mite has a fast life cycle, allowing populations [...] populations to build up quickly in avocado crops when conditions are favourable. The pest develops through egg, larval, nymphal and adult stages, with all life

• Macrolophus pygmaeus

  January 1, 1970

  black, and a black stripe runs behind the eyes. The first part of the forewings is a transparent, soft green with a small black spot in the middle. The hind [...] long and the males between 2.9-3.1 mm. They are slender with long legs and antennae. The bugs are green except for occasional small black markings: the first [...] adults are small, slender predatory bugs with distinctive black markings, while the nymphs are pale green with red eyes. Both adults and nymphs are voracious

• Citrus mealybug

  January 1, 1970

  problem in greenhouse horticulture, and in the tropics and sub-tropics on outdoor crops. The insect causes damage especially in fruit trees and ornamental [...] unfit for sale, and the reduced level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit production. In ornamental crops, the mere presence of [...] threads. Once the eggs are laid, the female shrivels up and dies. The first instar nymph develops from the egg. These first instar nymphs are known as ‘crawlers’

• Consumers

  January 1, 1970

  predatory mites , ladybugs, and parasitic wasps are released to combat harmful insects, in the same way as they do in the wild. Koppert supplies various [...] Every day, Koppert helps growers and farmers around the world to combat pests and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an [...] online store to order brochures and other promotional materials. Please keep in mind that the brochures and leaflets are geared towards professional growers

• Biological seed treatment

  January 1, 1970

  even layer covers the whole seed. In this way, the beneficial ingredients are available to the seed when it requires them. What are the benefits of biological [...] beneficial effects on the growth, resilience of the plant, abiotic stress, the development of the root system, and the productivity of the crop. An overview [...] increases the availability of plant nutrients in the root system and increases nutrient uptake; The enhanced root and shoot growth means that the early growth

• Horiver Rollertrap

  January 1, 1970

  fungus gnats. Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polyethylene ribbon coated [...] through the center opening of the roll which will allow the Rollertrap to spin freely while unrolling At the beginning and end of each run, cut the trap [...] cm longer than the support structure. Wrap the extra around the support and secure with staples or clips. It may be necessary to secure the Rollertrap mid

• Broad mite

  January 1, 1970

  their eggs mainly on the underside of the leaf or on the fruit surface. The elongated, oval eggs are firmly attached to the surface and are rather large (about [...] General The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) occurs in the tropics and in greenhouses in temperate regions. The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) [...] to the damage caused by viruses. The typical pattern of damage consists of malformation and distortion of the above-ground growth of the plant. The mites