Mango

Mangifera indica Mango About Mango is a stone fruit (drupe) that grows from various species of tropical trees that belong to the flowering plant genus [...] ‘Indian mango’, Mangifera indica , found its way to the rest of the world and it has become one of the largest cultivated products in the tropics. Mango trees [...] metres (33 feet) wide. The trees can grow really old and from some species of trees, mangoes can be harvested for 300 years. It takes three to six months

Citripar

occur is 13°C/55°F; the highest temperature is 38°C/100°F. Combined use Should be combined with Cryptobug or Cryptobug-L for effective control of the mealybugs [...] ficus ). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps parasitize the mealybugs , particularly the second and third larval and adult stage of female citrus [...] the mummified skin of the host and look like swollen mealybug larvae. Empty pupae have an irregular exit hole at the posterior end of the mummy after the

Bugs

The most obvious damage is the deformation of growing points. They also cause tissue damage and deformed growth as a result of toxic substances that they [...] insects. Their life cycle consists of an egg, usually five nymphal instars and the adult insect. Several species of especially the families Miridae and [...] Heteropteran bugs form a group in the order Hemiptera , a highly diverse group of insects, containing both harmful and beneficial species. Heteropteran bugs

Ervipar

nicotianae ). Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps [...] sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Ervipar depends on climate, crop [...] during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy

Aphipar

persicae ). Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps [...] sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop [...] leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after

Pepper

damage or breakage of their tender stems. The pepper plant has become one of the most widely cultivated crop worldwide. The development of greenhouse technology [...] includes all varieties of peppers, including the mild bell pepper and hot peppers in jalapeno and habanero. The pepper plant is native to tropical America

Bhendi/Ladies finger

to Malvaceae family. It is vegetable crop cultivated throughout the tropical, sub-tropical and also in warm temperate regions of the world for its younger [...] round seeds. Fruits are also dried or frozen for use during off-season. It is most heat and drought tolerant vegetable, but frost can damage the pods. Ladies

Citrus leaf miner

miner found in all regions where Citrus sp. is grown. Damage symptoms The minute larvae enter the leaf tissues of tender leaves and feeding on them produces [...] off and growth retardation of younger trees. Life cycle and appearance The moth lays the eggs singly up to 50 on lower surface of the leaves near the mid-rib

Spical

distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Neoseiulus californicus is most effective [...] Panonychus citri ); other spider mite species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts and [...] . Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the

Beneficial nematodes

group of worms belonging to the phylum Nematoda. Nematodes are characterized by their unsegmented, cylindrical bodies, and they come in a variety of sizes [...] Some of the well-known beneficial nematode species include: Steinernema feltiae : These cold tolerant nematodes are effective against a wide range of so [...] other soft fruit crops. How to apply nematodes The application of beneficial nematodes is a straightforward process that ensures they come into contact