Amblyseius swirskii

should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively or as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Use at least

Artificially lit crops pollination advice

and multiple light sources can cause confusion in their orientation. To prevent bumblebees from flying aimlessly in the crop, it is advised to turn off

Global awareness of food loss and waste reduction

cultivation practices.’ ‘By providing natural solutions we offer both preventive as well as reactive actions for growers, and on top of that, promote total

Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

. For fruiting vegetables such as sweet peppers and aubergines, the preventative introduction of the predatory bug Orius is an important basis in the

Daring approach to thrips at Porta Nova pays off

leaves wet. The active fungus in that product takes care of the thrips, preventing an infestation from the soil.’ A necessary investment Peter points out [...] sprinklers and check outside the greenhouse with catch cards. This way, we can prevent thrips from getting in and stop them damaging the flowers.’ According to

Increase in thrips infestation demands more R&D

chain approach, the most important aspects of which are good scouting and prevention.’ ‘Control of thrips in ornamentals cultivation will need increasingly [...] control. In pepper crops, Swirskii is the designated natural enemy used for preventive treatment, while Orius laevigatus ( Thripor-L ) is used curatively. ‘At

Leopard moth

General The Leopard moth ( Zeuzera pyrina ), is an important pest of many fruit tree species in Southern Europe, including apple, pear, plum, cherry, citrus and olive. It was introduced into North Ame

Psyllids

Tobacco aphid

General The tobacco aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. nicotianae ) probably evolved from the peach potato aphid in the Far East and is a key pest of tobacco crops in both the United States and South Ameri

Flies

Biological control of flies Flies are a common pest problem in greenhouse and field crops, where they disturb plant growth, spread diseases and affect crop hygiene. Their larvae can damage roots and g