Melon

many different cultivars are being produced on a commercial scale, especially muskmelons. The most common species of melon are: Watermelon ( Citrullus lanatus

Strawberry

these same ovaries. The so-called ‘seeds’ (achenes) that are visible on the strawberry’s skin, are in reality the ovaries of the flower with a seed inside

Aphidius colemani

effectiveness in controlling aphid populations in various agricultural and horticultural environments. Aphidius colemani is widely used in the biological [...] colemani The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry [...] appearance of Aphidius colemani Female Aphidius spp. deposit an egg in an aphid in which four larval instars subsequently develop. Once larval development

Bhendi/Ladies finger

its growing period. It grows best in temperature range between 24 to 27 0 C and successfully grown in rainy season even in heavy rainfall areas. [...] sub-tropical and also in warm temperate regions of the world for its younger tender fibrous fruits containing white round seeds. Fruits are also dried or frozen [...] About Bhendi also called as Okra in United States and United Kingdom. It belongs to Malvaceae family. It is vegetable crop cultivated throughout the tropical

Rice

edible seeds of the plant (caryopsis) are usually between 5-12 mm (0.20–0.47 in) long and 2–3 mm (0.079–0.118 in) thick. [...] of the world population, especially in Asia. Rice is a monocotyledon and is usually cultivated as an annual plant. In tropical climates however, it can be

Miglyphus

presence of Diglyphus isaea in the crop is signalled by short mines that contain dead leaf miner larvae. Older larvae and pupae are visible through the leaf [...] Application Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening Dosage The dosage of Miglyphus depends on climate, crop [...] particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first mines are visible in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-3 per m 2 /release

Horiver Drystick

White: Lygus spp. Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polysterene cards coated [...] at max. 30 cm above the crop and adjust height when plants are growing Do not place traps in-between the plants as parasitic wasps will then also be trapped [...] one Horiver Drystick per 200 m 2 For trapping in hotspots use one Horiver Drystick per 2 to 20 m 2 Notes In contrast to Horiver Wetstick , the glue of Horiver

Chrysopa-E

Visual effect Prey is sucked out, shrivelled skins are difficult to find. Chrysoperla carnea larvae are active mainly during the night. The larvae hide during [...] from 10-100 eggs per m 2 /release. Releases should be made preventively or in infested areas and repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved [...] for your situation. Environmental conditions Chrysoperla carnea is effective in a wide temperature range including low temperatures (average > 12°C/54°F)

Thripor-L

on clean rock wool slabs, leaves and/or in application boxes (Dibox) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage [...] particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first thrips are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.5-10 per m 2 /release [...] Pests Various species of thrips . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Adults and nymphs pierce thrips larvae and adults with their sucking mouthparts

Tomato

year in temperate climate, but in greenhouses they can sometimes sustain up to three years. A great number of tomato varieties is now cultivated in temperate [...] strong, so if not supported (like in a greenhouse) the stem often extends over the ground. Indeterminate tomato types are so-called ‘tender’ or ‘half-hardy’ [...] climates around the world. Greenhouses make year round production and cultivation in cooler regions feasible.