• Rhyzobug FAQ

  There are many armoured scales. They are found underneath the leaves and on the stem. Nymphs and adults are small and covered by a scale. They are oval/ [...] or twice Could Rhyzobug be combined with other products? Yes, with all other natural enemies. The combination with Aphytis, a parasitic wasp to control [...] effectiveness of the product. I see a couple of adults not moving, are those dead? Rhyzobius lophantae adults are not very actively moving and sometimes play

• Chrysoperla carnea

  nectar and honeydew and most will fly out of the greenhouse. Life cycle of Chrysoperla carnea You can recognize the different life stages of the green [...] hairs. The larvae are not easily observed and are mainly active at night, sheltering under the plant or the rim of the pot, during daylight hours. The larvae [...] habitats. They are pale green or white in color and are attached to the substrate by a slender stalk. Larval stage: Green lacewing larvae of Chrysoperla carnea

• FAQ Nematodes

  there are a number of other genera and species, but they are found in much smaller quantities. Are the released bacteria harmful? No. This group of bacteria [...] belong to the group of saprophytes. These nematodes are harmless and live of dead organic matter to provide a rich soil life. How do entomopathogenic nematodes [...] larvae will change color because of the growth of the bacteria and nematodes. In case of Heterorhabditis pink-reddish and Steinernema yellow-brownish. Under

• Black vine weevil

  within the stems of the plants. Both adult beetles and larvae are polyphagous and feed on a large number of plant species. High populations of larvae can destroy [...] in vegetables and fruit crops but reduces the value of ornamental plants. Life cycle and appearance of Black vine weevil The life cycle of the black vine [...] May. They are approximately 7 - 10 mm long, brownish black and have dull yellow spots on their back. The wing covers are grooved and fused with the body

• About bumblebees

  rather than nectar, and transfer more pollen to the pistils with each visit Bumblebees promote higher rates of cross-pollination, and visit many more blooms [...] Bumblebees are safer for you and your employees as they are much less aggressive than honeybees Production of bumblebees The natural life cycle of the bumblebee [...] Effective pollinators Bumblebees are known to be easy, efficient and reliable pollinators. These are the benefits of bumblebees: Bumblebees provide maximum

• Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

  whole leaves turn yellow and as the chlorophyll is removed, the leaf, and eventually the whole plant, may die. Nymphs and adults of spider mites produce webbing [...] Expand all items Get in touch with an expert Beneficial insects are susceptible to chemical treatments and varying environmental and biological conditions. Contact [...] yields and even plant death. Effective management is crucial to maintaining plant health and productivity. Understanding spider mites Spider mites are common

• Oak processionary moth

  markings and a wingspan of ca. 30 mm. The adults emerge and fly between the end of July and mid September. The eggs (with up to 300 eggs per batch) are laid [...] amongst other health problems (see above). Life cycle and appearance of Oak processionary moth The adults have grey forewings with white and darker grey [...] ea ), is a major pest of oak in many European countries. The common and scientific names of this moth refer to the behaviour of the larvae to form long

• Aphidius colemani

  remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should [...] wasps to track down and parasitize aphids , even when they are at low density. The behaviour of the female during egg-laying is typical of the Aphidiidae. [...] similar to that of Aphidius spp. The aphids do not die at once but usually continue to feed and secrete honeydew. Second and third instar aphids are preferred

• Sugarcane stalk borer

  a significant pest of cereals and grasses in South and Central America, and in the Southern part of the US. It is considered one of the main pests for [...] sorghum and wheat. Symptoms and damage The caterpillars form tunnels inside the stem, causing failure to grow and loss of weight. When these tunnels are big [...] reducing the purity and yield of the sugar. Life cycle and appearance of sugarcane stalk borer The eggs have a flat, oval shape and measure approximately

• Beetles

  Coleoptera is the largest of all insect orders and displays an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops [...] species are very capable fliers but others cannot fly at all. Beetle damage Both larvae and adults of beetles can cause damage to crops. The larvae of some [...] Coleoptera, a well-known group of insects that are easily recognizable on account of their hard wing covers (elytra). With more than 350,000 known species