• Large blackberry aphid

  and drop from the plant when they are disturbed. Winged aphids usually appear in June and July and migrate to new canes or host plants where they produce [...] aphid Amphorophora idaei . As both aphid species are host specific the host plant is the simplest method to distinguish these two species. The large blackberry [...] cauda is short and triangular. The aphids overwinter as eggs on blackberry plants. After emerging in spring, the aphids mainly feed on the underside of leaves

• False codling moth

  previously known as Cryptophlebia leucotreta . The reason for this pest’s high pest status is its quarantine status and is not due to the economic losses

• Root rot of carrot

  black, while the cotyledons remain green. During humid spells the surviving plants exhibit by necrotic leaf spots Life cycle and appearance of Root rot of [...] annual crops. As far as is known, Daucus carota (carrot) is the only host plant of the fungus. How to prevent root rot of carrot Studies have shown that [...] signal transduction in host-pathogen interactions. Presence of umbelliferous plants: Inoculum can survive in perennial (umbelliferous) weeds or alternate hosts

• Cucumber

  cultivated plant that belongs to the gourd family of Cucurbitaceae . The cucumber originates from South Asia, more particularly in India. The plant’s cultivation [...] on most continents. The cucumber plant is a creeping vine that grows up trellises or other supporting frames. The plant supports itself with thin, spiraling [...] spiraling tendrils. The cucumber plant has large leaves and it produces an elongated, cylindrical fruit that may become as long as 60 cm or 24 inches long

• Scia-Rid

  n. Pests Larvae of sciarid/mushroom fly ( Sciaridae ) and other species of flies (e.g. Phorid flies ). Mode of action The nematodes enter the pest and [...] reproduce inside the host. This kills the pest within a few hours to days after infection. Visual effect Infected pest insects in the root zone turn yellow [...] and release symbiotic bacteria into the pest's body cavity. These bacteria convert the host tissue into a food source, on which nematodes feed, develop, and

• Aphytis melinus

  various scale insect pests.Native to Southeast Asia, Aphytis melinus has been introduced to many parts of the world to aid in integrated pest management (IPM) [...] (IPM) programs. Aphytis melinus is used for the control of the following pests: California red scale ( Aonidiella aurantii) Oleander scale ( Aspidiotus nerii

• Aleia Roses: 'We grow the best and most beautiful roses thanks to IPM'

  March 5, 2018

  on their suppliers' young plants. 'We started using beneficials in our greenhouses over a year ago, on the day the young plants were delivered. We use three [...] gain a solid understanding of biological crop protection. It's hard when pest outbreaks happen and the beneficials are unable to control it. 'If we have

• The Koppert Outdoor Experience Centre: an innovative meeting place to discover biological crop protection solutions

  August 24, 2023

  and the crops in the field at the Outdoor Experience Centre are thriving. Pest and disease pressure is well under control, and weed pressure is manageable [...] Bruycker Agro and we are satisfied with the crop status and the number of plants. Are you curious about the condition of the crops and how you can implement

• Tomato

  The tomato plant ( Solanum lycopersicum) belongs to the nightshade family of Solanaceae . The tomato is the edible fruit of this plant. The plant is native [...] native to Central and South America and the tropical highlands. Tomato plants usually grow to a height of between 1-3 metres (or 3-10 feet). Their stem is [...] ate tomato types are so-called ‘tender’ or ‘half-hardy’ perennials. The plants die every year in temperate climate, but in greenhouses they can sometimes

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  agricultural journey hasn't been without obstacles. Faced with different pests, he sought alternative solutions, leading to the adoption of biological control [...] citrus cultivation methods. These sustainable approaches not only control pests effectively but also yield healthier, higher-quality fruits while minimizing