Neoseiulus californicus

immature stages (eggs, larvae and nymphs) as opposed to adults. However, adult females feed on all stages of Two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) [...] transparent to white in colour and are deposited on the underside of the leaves. They are smaller than those of Phytoseiulus persimilis but similar to eggs of [...] californicus is a selective predator of Tetranychid mites, i.e. it prefers to feed on spider mites but can also feed and survive on other prey, including

Wheat bunt

teliospores. These balls break during harvest allowing the teliospores to fall to the ground. Additionaly, these teliospores contaminate healthy kernels [...] correlated to temperature and precipitation in the first 11 days after sowing, with maximum disease incidence at an average temperature of around 6 to 7 °C during [...] Damage symptoms Plantsinfected by Tilletia tritici and Tilletia laevis are hard to distinguish from infected plants before head emergence, although affected

Orius laevigatus

development (four per day on average). Adult females can kill up to 20 nymphs or six to seven adults per day. They are also cannibalistic. In pollen producing [...] natural enemy Orius laevigatus is available at Koppert as Thripor-L . How to use Orius laevigatus The predatory bug Orius laevigatus is available in a [...] application boxes (Dibox) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make sure the material remains

The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

have not only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable [...] Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's agricultural journey hasn't been

Black root rot of cucurbits

like black stripes. The disease is usually restricted to a few of the roots but in severe cases all roots may be infected. At the final stage of the disease [...] ‘clean’ or sterilized soil and substrate. It aggregates, so disinfection needs to be applied thoroughly and evenly. Phomopsis sclerotioides forms sclerotia [...] The lesions may grow and encircle the root. The roots become yellow-brown to black and ultimately die. Black lesions with fruiting bodies occur more commonly

Citrus

Since citrus originates from these warmer climates they are not frost hardy. Temperatures not falling below −2 °C (28 °F) are required for successful cultivation [...] fruit or grown as an ornamental. It is believed that citrus plants are native to subtropical and tropical regions of Asia and the Malay Archipelago. Some citrus [...] commercial varieties include oranges, grapefruit, lemons, and tangerines and to a lesser extent, tangelos. Oranges account for the greatest value in terms

Black rot of carrots

infection and this may lead to death of seedlings. From the primary infection of leaves, this type of carrot disease can spread to the flowers (especially [...] A. brassicae and A. brassicicola : adjust the sowing date to avoid conditions conducive to infection. In greenhouses: avoid high RH. Prevent plant diseases [...] Alternaria radicina Black rot of carrots General The only known stage in all Alternaria species is the asexual stage. Conidia and mycelium overwinter in

Cut flowers

and substrate differ greatly. Important types are: Rose: The rose belongs to the genus Rosa from the Rosaceae family. The flowers of the plant are also [...] shrubs. In recent decades, the Hydrangea has been grown as a cut flower in all sorts of colors and sizes. Hippeastrum is the Latin name for a bulbous plant [...] narcissus family. The Hippeastrum comes from America, from northern Argentina to Mexico and the Caribbean. Is grown from a bulb as a cut flower or sold as

Apple scab

fall off prematurely. The plants’ defence mechanism is to produce corky rings around the lesions to prevent further invasion of tissue by the fungus. Late [...] small dark lesions which may not be noticed before harvest. Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Damage symptoms How to prevent Apple scab Use resistant [...] subsequently released when they become wet. The ascospores are wind-dispersed to the fruit trees and will germinate if free water is available. They infect

Spidex

For the control of spider mite only Not effective under (extremely) dry and warm conditions Especially recommended to suppress high densities Share product [...] For the control of spider mite only Not effective under (extremely) dry and warm conditions Especially recommended to suppress high densities Get in touch [...] s between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%.​​​​​​​ Combined