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Late Summer Thrips and Whitefly Control(Post)
For seasonal growers, late summer is the opportunity to break pest cycles before new crops enter production. Thrips pupating in growing media, whitefly populations lingering on crop residue, and unman
November 2025 - Just a Dip Won't Do(Post)Why a Simple Dip Isn’t Enough for Thrips Control Thrips management can be especially challenging when problems begin during propagation. In the November edition of Koppert Corner, published through Gr
Soil Pests in Bioactive Builds: Why They Thrive and How to Control Them(Post)Moist, organic-rich substrates and sheltered microhabitats make bioactive builds ideal for soil-dwelling pests such as fungus gnats and thrips during their soil stage, and plant introductions are a ma
What Causes Sticky Residue on Plants & How to Diagnose Sooty Mold(Post)Sticky residue on foliage is one of the most reliable early-warning signs of a sap-feeding insect problem. Before colonies become visible, before leaves distort, and before plant vigor noticeably decl
Aphidalia (Adalia bipunctata) — Targeted Aphid Control with Ladybug Larvae(Post)Aphidalia contains larvae of Adalia bipunctata, the two-spotted ladybird, a specialist predator for fast, targeted suppression of aphids. Larvae are the most voracious life stage, consuming aphids ent
January 2026 - Fungus Gnats and Shoreflies (Post)How to Control Fungus Gnats and Shoreflies in Wet Winter Conditions Cool, dark, and consistently wet conditions create the perfect environment for pest problems in early-season production. In the Janu
Find Solutions with Swirski-Mite Ulti Mite (Post)What is Amblyseius Swirskii (Swirski-Mite Ulti Mite)? Amblyseius swirskii is a predatory mite that can be used in the control of a range of problem mites. This predatory mite is ideal for cannabis, v
February and Thrips: What Changes in Reproduction and Why It Matters(Post)For many growers, February is when thrips pressure becomes noticeable. This timing is not random. February represents a biological shift in thrips reproduction and population momentum that has direct
May 2025 - Pesticide Resistance & Residues on Garden Mums(Post)Why Pesticide Residues Can Impact Biological Control on Garden Mums Garden mums are a staple crop, but they can come with hidden challenges, especially when it comes to pest control. In the May editio
A Grower's Guide to Flat Mites(Post)Flat mites are a frequently overlooked causes of slow, subtle decline in greenhouse, nursery, and indoor-grown plants. Their exceptionally small size, their tendency to remain anchored in concealed pl
How Entomite‑M Works in Bioactive Reptile Enclosures(Post)Entomite‑M (Stratiolaelaps scimitus) is a soil‑dwelling predatory mite for bioactive reptile enclosures that controls soil pests and slows the spread of snake mites before they become a crisis. By int
Healthy Bioactive Enclosures and Predatory Mites(Post)Bioactive reptile setups aren’t just stunning displays—they’re dynamic ecosystems. Every layer—substrate, plants, microfauna, microbes—interacts in a soil food web that’s always shifting. When balance