MAIN ECONOMIC PESTS OF COTTON
Cotton is exposed to various economic pests that cause serious damage to the plants and yield. The most dangerous of them are pests from the order (Lepidoptera), Cotton bollworm (Helicoverpa armigera), Grass moth (Loxostege sticticalis), Grey worms/Underground moths, Black cutworm (Agrotis ipsilon), Field cutworm (common grey worm) (Agrotis segetum), Southern cutworm (Agrotis dissimilis), Garden cutworm (Agrotis exclamationis), Broad-leaved cutworm (Agrotis obesa), Spring cutworm (Euxoa temera), Above-ground moths, Small field moth-Spodoptera exiqua, Gamma moth (Autographa gamma), Silver-spotted moth (Chrysodeixis chalcites), Cabbage moth (Mamestra brassicae), Garden moth (Lacanobia oleracea).
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Biological control with trichogramma
For highly effective, 100% ecological, and biological pest control, we have developed special mixes of:
trichogramma dendrolimi, trichogramma evanescens, and trichogramma brassicae.
These are tailored to the crop and its vegetation, seasonal temperature norms, and the pest generation.
Application: Trichogramma achieves high effectiveness in controlling pests from the order Lepidoptera (Lepidoptera) by destroying their larvae and laying its own egg inside the pest’s egg. Subsequently, from the parasitized pest’s egg, a beneficial insect—trichogramma—hatches.
Treatment with trichogramma is carried out during the periods of mass egg-laying by pests, and it is extremely important that the colonization starts with the initial flight of the pests.
Trichogramma application is done in two ways:
– For large areas, we use biodegradable capsules containing trichogramma eggs, with colonization performed by drones. You can see more HERE.
– For smaller areas, greenhouses, and gardens, colonization is done with boxes. These are easy to place, convenient for hanging, and provide excellent coverage for the plants. You can see more HERE.
Regular monitoring of pests and correct application of trichogramma mixes guarantee healthy plants and high yield while protecting the soil, water, beneficial insects, and the environment.
