Whitefly

plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and the excess is excreted as honeydew, with larger larvae expelling large quantities. This can have [...] the population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves [...] secreting honeydew, whitefly reduces the aesthetic value of crops. This is particularly important in ornamentals . The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky

Diglyphus isaea

from the mine. This is also seen in the pillars that remain visible as black spots in the leaf. The adult is metallic green to black in colour and unlike [...] wasp Diglyphus isaea is available in a bottle ( Miglyphus ). Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening The dosage [...] consume the leafminer from within, leading to its death. This feeding behavior is highly effective in reducing leafminer populations, as each Diglyphus isaea

HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

the total volume exported is destined. "One of the main challenges we face in exporting to the United States is that there is a legal framework that prohibits [...] Mexico is the leading exporter of several varieties of chili, representing 90% of total world consumption. In the last 10 years, exports of this fruit have [...] Located in the municipality of Linares, Nuevo León, HyFood - Hydroponic Premium Crops is a company dedicated to the production of different varieties of

Anagyrus vladimiri

Adults show marked sexual dimorphism: the female is about 1.5-2 mm in length and brown, with distinctive black and white banded antennae. The male is 0.8 [...] Anagyrus vladimiri Anagyrus vladimiri is a parasitic wasp belonging to the Encyrtidae family. This parasitic wasp is particularly effective for mealybug [...] Anagyrus vladimir is available in a bottle ( Citripar ). Remove the label from the bottle according to the instructions Hang the bottle in the crop, out of

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

thrive. Digital scouting apps In the digital age, scouting is aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time. These tools streamline [...] Understanding crop monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring [...] their yield. Crop monitoring and scouting is the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants

Leaf miners

species that cause damage in horticultural crops are mostly polyphagous; that is, they feed on many crops. However, this is not universal among the Agromyzidae [...] Learn more about What are leaf miners? Leaf miners belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small [...] species in this family, only eleven are truly polyphagous. The species that cause most damage all belong to the genus Liriomyza and are very common in temperate

Flies

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 they [...] The adult form of the onion fly Delia antiqua What are flies? There are several flies that are pests in agriculture, horticulture and mushroom cultivation [...] 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

Caterpillars

occur in greenhouses belong to the Noctuidae (the noctuid or owl moths), which is the largest of all lepidopteran families. Most adults of this family [...] The caterpillars mostly pupate in the ground. Another family containing several species that damage greenhouse crops is the leafroller family, the Tortricidae [...] of leaves. This causes a window effect where the epidermis of the upper leaf surface remains undamaged. Young caterpillars are often found in groups, spreading

Mealybugs and scales

and fruit are concerned, these often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs [...] level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit production; in ornamental crops, the mere presence of mealybugs is sufficient to render [...] also attracted by the honeydew. In fact, the honeydew with its sooty mould is usually the first sign of the presence of this type of pest. Among ornamental

Beneficial nematodes

bodies, and they come in a variety of sizes, ranging from microscopic to several inches in length. Nematodes play various roles in ecosystems. Some are [...] They are used in turfgrass management and for controlling pests in several vegetable crops, blueberries, and other soft fruit crops. How to apply nematodes [...] no residue How do nematodes work? Beneficial nematodes use a fascinating strategy for parasitizing and killing their host insects. Here's how they work: