• Keep Them Cool!

  July 16, 2018

  however, local climatic and environmental factors which can have big impact on pollination performance. That is the reason why we developed best practices [...] against radiant heat and provides natural ventilation throughout the hive. This allows for adequate fresh air and keeps humidity at the right level. A protective [...] pollination,’ says Remco Huvermann. ‘The effect of the outside temperature on the hive can be great however. A well visible, shady location near the ground

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in potato & outdoor vegetables

  3 times - 3 to 5 days apart. Foliar Larvae 1-2 million/L spray until run off Onions Onion fly Delia antiqua Apply 7 to 14 days after first fly detection [...] thrips detected. Low pressure: 2 applications 7 to 14 days apart. High pressure: 3 applications at 7 days interval. Soil Soil dwelling instars: larvae, prepupae [...] residue This is an overview of the nematode-pest combinations that have been tested successfully so far. If a specific pest is not mentioned in this document

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  crop, you’re unlikely to find anything on the sticky traps. It’s logical really – the mites don’t fly. To uncover this pest, it’s important to make regular [...] Please note that when the days start to shorten, you will notice the spider mites turn from light brown or yellow to red/brown. This means that they are heading [...] outbreak requires rapid action, and the earlier you deal with it, the better. This requires you to be constantly alert, and proper scouting is crucial. Using

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  production techniques. ‘Today, this allows us to offer a consistent quality that is safe and sustainable all year round on our 14 hectares of high-tech [...] areas, we have had problems controlling this pest chemically in our tomato crops. The problem got worse with the ban on several chemical products, while the [...] effect. When the moment comes, we apply them 3 times at a 5-day interval. We spray them on the tomato canopy at a dosage of 3 billion per hectare. We prefer

• Entomite-M

  before use Spread material evenly on soil or planting medium (not on the plastic) Dosage The dosage of Entomite-M depends on climate, crop, planting medium [...] The predatory mites feed on larvae of sciarid flies , thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base [...] Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions For optimal

• Thripex-V

  distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put small heaps on rockwool slabs Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least [...] necessary precautions. Precautionary measures Storage time after receipt Apply on day of receipt. Storage temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F. Storage conditions In the [...] Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Thripex-V depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular

• International series ‘Plants for Life, Plants to Survive’

  January 22, 2021

  people’ took place on December 22, and the upcoming 2 nd session will focus on soil health. When we walk on the ground, we are really walking on the roof top [...] requirements of a crop." This webinar series is facilitated by experienced webinar organizer Jungle Talks . If you want to join this session on February 2 nd , [...] https://bit.ly/PlantsforLifesession1 More information on this webinar series can be found on www.koppert.com .

• Aphipar-M

  material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The [...] rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after the first introduction. Visual effect Parasitized aphids turn into [...] The dosage of Aphipar-M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively

• Ervipar

  material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The [...] rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after the first introduction. Visual effect Parasitized aphids turn into [...] The dosage of Ervipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively

• Aphipar

  material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The [...] rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after the first introduction. Visual effect Parasitized aphids turn into [...] The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively