• Beetles

  January 1, 1970

  displays an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops or stored products. There are many useful beetles [...] aphids . Beetles undergo a complete metamorphosis, that is, the larvae do not resemble the adult at all, and must pass through a pupal instar before reaching [...] The pupae do not make a cocoon and will already display many similarities with the adults. The adult beetles usually possess a pair of membranous wings

• Tobacco aphid

  January 1, 1970

  also encountered in a range of crops in greenhouses, such as sweet pepper, aubergine, chrysanthemum, and various pot plants and cut flower crops. Damage symptoms [...] ) probably evolved from the peach potato aphid in the Far East and is a key pest of tobacco crops in both the United States and South America. The tobacco [...] of Tobacco aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. When reproduction is asexual

• Macrocheles robustulus

  January 1, 1970

  found in high numbers in greenhouses in soil which has been enriched with compost. As natural enemies of various pests, Macrocheles robustulus plays a vital [...] Macrocheles robustulus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control , particularly in agricultural and horticultural settings [...] first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 100-500 per m2/release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor

• Flies

  January 1, 1970

  and shore flies are mainly a problem in greenhouses. Their larvae live in the ground and prefer moist substrates that is rich in organic matter. Although [...] are mostly found in the soil. The spotted wing drosophila, Drosophila suzukii , has recently developed into a major pest on soft fruits in Europe and North [...] deposited on leaves or flowers in ornamental crops, lettuce, and herbs also causes cosmetic damage, and sometimes this can occur on such a scale that growth

• Macrolophus pygmaeus

  January 1, 1970

  to damage. In tomato there may be fruit deformations during setting, and in gerbera, misshapen flowers may appear. The use of this bug in gerbera is therefore [...] is 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 [...] caterpillars , as well as the larvae of leaf miners . When the bug is present in a crop in large numbers, it can contribute substantially to the control of these

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  January 1, 1970

  mite and thrips in time and release in a timely manner the beneficial that each one requires and thus be able to harvest a good product". A certified product [...] total world consumption. In the last 10 years, exports of this fruit have had an average annual increase of 1.8% in volume and 11.4% in economic value, with [...] Located in the municipality of Linares, Nuevo León, HyFood - Hydroponic Premium Crops is a company dedicated to the production of different varieties of

• Biological Pest Control

  January 1, 1970

  infestations in a greenhouse. Augmentative biological control can provide rapid results and is particularly useful when natural enemies are insufficient in the [...] populations in check. This approach not only reduces the environmental impact but also minimizes the risk of pesticide resistance, making it a sustainable [...] enhancing the presence of natural enemies and beneficial organisms in the environment to maintain a balance between pests and their predators. Instead of introducing

• Caterpillars

  January 1, 1970

  to the fact that the caterpillars often live in rolled-up leaves. Although some species are restricted to a single crop, most are polyphagous. Caterpillar [...] can rapidly decimate a plant. Very small caterpillars are not able to chew and therefore graze the underside of leaves. This causes a window effect where [...] only the mid-rib left intact. Flowers, fruits and growing tips can also be eaten by larger caterpillars. Some species mine in leaves or bore holes into fruit

• Tobacco whitefly

  January 1, 1970

  insect was first identified on tobacco in Greece in 1889, hence the name tabaci . It has subsequently been found in most tropical and subtropical countries [...] symptoms The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and [...] physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and fall. Such leaf damage can in turn influence the development

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  January 1, 1970

  respiratory equipment with a P3 filter as a minimum, but preferably a full mask with a P3 filter. Exposure via skin If there is a risk of exposure via your [...] and take them home in a closed plastic bag. Moistening the clothes in the bag prevents allergens and other particles from dispersing in the air when you [...] diagnose or treat a health-related problem, as it is not a substitute for medical care. If you have or suspect you have a health problem, consult a doctor. This