Tea spider mite

on upper surface of the leaves. Freshly hatched larva is yellow orange and the larval period is followed by the first quiescent stage. The protonymph has [...] General Oligonychus coffeae is most destructive pest in all tea growing areas of India causing considerable yield loss. Damage symptoms Larvae, nymphs [...] become reddish bronze and spider mite infested fields can be identified from a long distance as patches. Infestation results in reduced photosynthetic activity

Spical-Plus

Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] al conditions Neoseiulus californicus is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60% [...] action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. They pierce the prey with their sucking mouthparts

Ervipar

repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] develop inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies [...] in Diboxes Make 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

Spidex Vital

persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to [...] Releases should be repeated once or twice at weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least a few hours after introduction Can also be applied with Natutec Airobreez, Natutec

Swirski Ulti-Mite

swirskii is most effective at temperatures between 20 and 32°C (68 and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C/64°F. Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive [...] Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] mites reproduce within the sachet and gradually disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Using their piercing mouthparts, they feed on prey

Verticillium wilt

wilt Start with clean soil or substrate by heating it at a temperature if at least 65 o C for a minimum of 30 minutes Use clean seed, tubers or cuttings [...] may occur only in parts of the plant. Cutting the stalk horizontally reveals a slight discolouration of the vessels, brown or greenish, but much less distinct [...] the stem. In tomato, sometimes V-shaped lesions are formed on the leaf, between the veins. 'Early dying' disease of potato only occurs as premature senescence

American serpentine leaf miner

pea, bean and potato. In greenhouses, it is mainly found on gerbera and chrysanthemum. Today the insect is widespread across the whole world. Damage symptoms [...] plants of fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable quantity of foliage can get damaged before the harvest is affected. The older larvae make wider tunnels [...] except with ornamental crops, this is usually of less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be completely destroyed as a result of the direct damage caused

Phytoseiulus persimilis

by predation. Phytoseiulus persimilis is highly specific and is only effective against spider mites that produce a large amount of webbing. It can move [...] outbreak is quickly and effectively dealt with, but the disadvantage is that it disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short [...] persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to

Bhendi/Ladies finger

Okra in United States and United Kingdom. It belongs to Malvaceae family. It is vegetable crop cultivated throughout the tropical, sub-tropical and also in [...] 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 [...] growing season during 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

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

shall see.’ A more robust system Based on his initial experiences, Sjaak van Dijk is pleased with Spidex Vital. ‘It’s a good sign if you have a predatory [...] old crop is always cleared away, I start from scratch each time and have to build up the necessary populations three times. This is always a critical and [...] the population develops more rapidly.’ A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex Vital is a major advantage for Sjaak van Dijk. ‘As