• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  is by far the most important natural enemy of Two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used in many crops worldwide, mainly in greenhouses [...] protonymph and then start to feed on spider mites. The quantity of prey consumed depends on the predator and prey populations, the sex and age of the predator [...] leave the prey patch in search of other spider mite colonies. Their population will decline dramatically in the absence of spider mites and predatory mites

• Melon thrips

  drops to soil and pupate in soil. There are two pupal stages viz., prepupae and pupae. Adults are pale yellow or white in colour and 0.8 to 1mm in length, with [...] Eggs are deposited in leaf tissue in a slit cut by female. Eggs are colourless to pale white in colour. The nymphs resemble the adults in general body form [...] crinkle and die. Damaged terminal become discoloured, stunted and deformed. They preferably feed on leaves, less damage to buds and flowers. In addition

• Fusarium wilt

  drainage Apply nitrogen in the form of nitrate instead of ammonium Prevent damage during harvest and during post-harvest storage and enhance wound healing [...] are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to come. Life cycle and appearance of Fusarium [...] cycle, is similar to that of most Fusarium species. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil and on crop residues of infected plants as chlamydospores

• 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 of the parasitic [...] between 15°C and 25°C (59 and 77°F). Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea Diglyphus isaea is a parasitoid wasp renowned for its role in controlling [...] nectar and honeydew. Life cycle and appearance of Diglyphus isaea Because Diglyphus isaea is an ectoparasite, all instars (egg, larva, pupa and adult)

• Whitefly

  wasps are key in reducing whitefly populations by parasitizing larvae and host feeding. Predatory mites and bugs feed on eggs and larvae of whiteflies. [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. By sucking plant sap and secreting honeydew, whitefly reduces the aesthetic value of crops. This [...] larvae need a lot of nutrients for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and the excess is excreted

• Regional Head and Sales Officer

  years of relevant experience in the agri-input sector to join our sales and marketing team for developing sales in different parts of the country. Regional [...] opportunities and new areas and crops. Build relationship with farmers and Channel partners. Regularly reporting on market updates, travel plans and sales updates [...] Sc. Agri/ Horticulture with 3-5 years experience in Agri input sales and marketing. Post-Graduation in Agri Business management will also be considered

• Tomato leafminer

  place in the soil or on the surface of a leaf, in a curled leaf or in a mine. If they leave the mines they build silk cocoons on the leaflets or in the soil [...] Life cycle and appearance of Tomato leafminer The female moth of the tomato leaf miner ( Tuta absoluta ) lays about 260 eggs. The eggs of the tomato leaf [...] tomato leaf miner (Tuta absoluta), a major pest of field- and greenhouse-grown tomatoes, belongs to the family of Gelechiidae . It is oligophagous, feeding mainly

• Greenhouse whitefly

  The consumption of plant sap and secreting of honeydew by whiteflies reduce the aesthetic value of crops. This is particularly important in ornamentals . [...] roses, gerbera and poinsettia. Damage symptoms The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This [...] the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and fall. Such leaf damage can in turn influence

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  at work and take them home in a closed plastic bag. Moistening the clothes in the bag prevents allergens and other particles from dispersing in the air [...] allergy in horticulture: demonstration of immediate-type allergic reactivity to freesia and paprika plants. International Archives of Allergy and Immunology [...] reactions caused by the type of products mentioned above. Which products are of concern? This concerns the predatory mites , feeder mites, and supplementary

• Aphids

  quantities of sap in order to get sufficient protein. As a consequence, the excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] transmitted by the winged individuals. Potato virus Y (PVY) is transmitted by aphids in tomato in this way, as is the cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) in cucumber [...] Biological control of aphids Aphids are among the most harmful pests in greenhouse and field crops, causing plant stress, virus transmission and yield loss. Effective