• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  better fruit quality and a safe environment for workers contribute significantly to a profitable crop. Peppers are one of the most important crops in

• Spider mites and other mites

  grasslands to horticultural and agricultural crops. Plant mites can be a significant pest in horticulture and agriculture, causing damage to crops and reducing [...] development contributes to their ability to multiply rapidly and cause significant damage to plants if left uncontrolled. Their short life cycle also makes

• Southern blight

  regularly reported as causing rotting to the root and stem in tomato plants. Significant losses occur in soils infested by the pathogen, which have a light texture

• Leaf miners

  although with the exception of ornamental crops, this is usually of less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be totally destroyed as a result of the

• Root rot of carrot

  Black spots on cold-stored carrots are a major problem and can lead to significant postharvest losses Several different fungal pathogens cause similar symptoms

• Plant Disease Management

  pesticides and their associated environmental risks. Plant diseases pose a significant threat to global food production. They can result in yield losses, increased

• Orius laevigatus

  (68°F), lower temperatures slow down the development of Orius laevigatus significantly. Effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 30°C (86°F). Feeding behaviour

• Predatory insects

  Ladybugs are known to be highly efficient predators, capable of consuming a significant number of aphids in a short period. Aphidalia, featuring the ladybug species

• Parasitic wasps

  specific pest insects. By introducing these beneficial insects, growers can significantly reduce the damage caused by pests, ensuring a higher yield and product

• Biological Pest Control

  species. This method is typically used when a new pest species poses a significant threat to agriculture or ecosystems. Scientists identify natural enemies