• Rhyzobug Brochure

  armoured scale Egg to adult at 25°C: 29 days Adult 2,5 mm long and 1,8 mm wide Rhyzobius 2,5 mm Larvae 4 larval stages Pupae Cryptolaemus 1,6 x larger 4 [...] lophanthae on Aspidiotis nerii in lemon in Spain 400 A. nerii / 10 cm2 300 Introduction rate 1:250, avg T: 27,8°C 200 100 Untreated 0 0 1 2 3 4 [...] detected and repeat if necessary • The dosage of Rhyzobug depends on climate, crop and armoured scale density and should always be adjusted to the particular

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 5, 2024

  solutions for pests and diseases. At the same time, supermarkets imposed higher requirements for stricter control of chemical residues on fruit and vegetables. [...] growers to look for safe solutions, and we were more than ready to help them.’ A perfect location to start Operating from the largest vegetable and flower [...] peppers and a range of flowers. ‘We had a great location and hundreds of growers to serve on our doorstep. As our IPM programmes became more and more successful

• Sustainable Development Goals

  sustainability, we strive to make a positive impact on the environment, society, and the economy. How do we contribute to SDGs? Our day to day activities align [...] order to get closer to realizing our mission and vision and contribute to the Global Goals, we need to work together. That is why we are open to building [...] mites and wasps; making plants more resilient by using fungi in the soil, and introducing bumblebees to improve pollination , have all, directly and indirectly

• Aphids

  markings or stripes on their bodies. Movement: Aphids are slow-moving and tend to cluster on the undersides of leaves, where they feed on plant sap. They may [...] also be found on stems, buds, flowers and fruit. Damage: Aphids can cause damage to leaves, stems, and flowers by piercing the plant tissue and sucking out [...] or resistance to pesticides, remain unchanged and unsorted. The young aphids are born as developed nymphs and begin to feed instantly on plant sap. They

• Aphidius matricariae

  aphid, the larvae hatch and begin to feed internally. They use their specialized mouthparts to penetrate the aphid’s body and siphon off its nutrients [...] Aphid control with the parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized [...] all items How to use Aphidius matricariae The parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae is available in a bottle ( Aphipar-M ). Spread the material on rock wool

• Harness the added value of nature's helpers

  November 29, 2022

  What is Biological Control? IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach The How and Why of IPM Integrated crop management: the key to sustainable business [...] harmful or harmless to natural enemies. Make a plan with a Koppert consultant to determine the best times to use which products. Soil is home to many natural [...] Natural enemies are used on a large scale to combat pests and mites. Chemical plant protection products are used only in emergencies and are always selective

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  abdominalis is 2.5 to 3 mm in length, with short legs and short antennae. Females have a black thorax and yellow abdomen. Males are slightly smaller and their abdomen [...] a few days The dosage of Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] not very mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes ( Dibox ) Make sure the material remains dry and at its introduction site for a

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  based on the quantity and quality of its fruits and the time in which they can be produced and harvested, the price of the fruit in the market and the [...] "Biological pest control has helped us to have a better yield by lengthening the harvest weeks. We have managed to reach 42 weeks thanks to the fact that [...] considerably by up to 40%, depending on the cycle," he said. Hacienda Fresh and Koppert have been implementing a successful biological pest control program for

• Spider mites and other mites

  way to keep plant mite populations under control. Mite control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our mite control products [...] Biological control of spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells [...] cells and causing leaf discoloration, reduced photosynthesis and lower yields. Their fast reproduction makes early detection and continuous control essential

• Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

  July 6, 2020

  us to do the job on its own. Except when your climate is warm and dry, then Spical-Plus is preferred, as the predatory mites’ greater resistance to heat [...] insidiosus Help! How Does Thrips get Into My Crop? Keep a Close Eye on Thrips Ten Facts About Thrips Biocontrol for Spider Mites Spider mite and thrips are pests [...] are bound to turn up in strawberry cultivation. So how can you keep them at bay? Don’t panic: there are various natural enemies that are ready to help you