• Black vine weevil

  sulcatus, is a pest in many ornamental crops (e.g. rhododendron, cyclamen and azalea), as well as in strawberries and other fruit crops in both temperate and [...] to pinkish body and a reddish brown head. These larvae live in the root zone in the soil where they feed on the roots. They are legless, roughly 1 mm [...] rises, the larvae become active again. The full-grown larvae pupate in spring in the soil. The depth where the pupae can be found varies between 2 and 20 cm

• Sportnem-T

  of crane fly larvae, Noctuids, mole crickets and caterpillars in lawns. It is effective in a wide temperature range. Pests Larvae of crane flies (Tipulidae) [...] °F Soil or air temperature below 5°C/41°F and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): do not use them in direct [...] Koppert representative/distributor for more information Spray in the evening (or morning in some cases) allowing nematodes to work for several hours within

• Bumblebee pollination

  high-quality crop yields. As natural pollinators, bumblebees play a crucial role in enhancing fruit and vegetable production, leading to better harvests and improved [...] while pollinating. This benefits cross pollination which is often required in various fruit or seed crops. Bumblebees are active from early morning till [...] 10°C) or during more cloudy or windy conditions. Bumblebees are more effective in protected environments such as greenhouses, tunnels or netted orchards compared

• Economical and Better Biocontrol of Aphids, Mealybugs and Echinothrips

  May 10, 2021

  supplied in a 6-litre bucket containing 10,000 larvae, the eggs are delivered in a 90 ml canister containing 100,000 eggs, so there is a huge gain in terms [...] spots in the greenhouse with a cluster of many pest insects). Chrysopa-E is suitable for a wide range of crops and Koppert has conducted tests in various [...] Aphids and mealybugs are difficult to control and an increasing problem in many crops in which hotspots can grow explosively. With fewer and fewer chemical

• Webinar Fit Roots for Plant Health

  March 2, 2020

  Awareness of the importance of micro-organisms in the root zone (soil life) Awareness of the importance of soil conditions (temperature, moisture content, [...] vast experience in automatic control of both climate and irrigation in greenhouses. Over more than thirty years he has been involved in the development [...] Voogt. Ed has been working at Koppert Biological Systems in various positions, amongst others in Marketing & Sales and R&D. Currently he works as part time

• Shore fly

  translucent and their body is cylindrical. The larvae are found in the top layer of damp soil, where they also pupate. The adult shore fly is black, about [...] General Shore flies ( Scatella tenuicosta ) occur very commonly, often in the vicinity of water. They feed on algae. Other shore fly species have diverse [...] larvae of most species feed on rotting material. Shore flies are commonly found in greenhouses. Damage symptoms Shore flies ( Scatella tenuicosta) do not attack

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  and take them home in a closed plastic bag. Moistening the clothes in the bag prevents allergens and other particles from dispersing in the air when you [...] Exposure and precautionary measures Depending on the way in which you are exposed to the substances in these products, there are specific precautionary measures [...] (pollen, bran, or other volatile substances in your surroundings). You would need to take an allergy test to determine which substance you are allergic

• Koppert Launches NatuGro System for California Strawberry Growers

  November 13, 2018

  the surface of roots, giving soil pathogens no room to establish Bio-stimulants that activate beneficial organisms in the soil and give strawberry plants [...] customized programs specific to their soil conditions, production cycles and other factors. “We feel so confident in the NatuGro System’s ability to increase [...] able to deliver on this promise time and time again in research trials and large-scale grower trials. In fact, most strawberry growers were able to increase

• Scia-Rid

  2-6°C/35-43°F in a ventilated refrigerator/cold room. Storage conditions Upon receipt, take boxes out of the insulating shipment packaging. Keep in a dark, [...] Scia-Rid can be used for biological control of fly larvae in mushroom cultivation. Pests Larvae of sciarid/mushroom fly ( Sciaridae ) and other species [...] within a few hours to days after infection. Visual effect Infected pest insects in the root zone turn yellow to brown but may be difficult to find, due to rapid

• Nature's Perfect Pollinator

  set. Bumblebees will forage in lower light conditions than honeybees , adding to their work hours and the ability to forage in covered crops. If you currently [...] facility in Howell, Michigan. By providing ideal conditions for development, we can ensure replicable high-quality bumblebee colonies. At our facility in Michigan [...] experience in the industry, our expertise is not merely a selling point - it's a guarantee. When you choose Koppert, you're partnering with the leader in sustainable