• Pepino mosaic virus

  into the host genome. This process involves the synthesis of viral proteins and the assembly of new virus particles. Four different strains of the virus [...] symptoms The impact of a PepMV infection for the tomato grower is variable. Several factors contribute to this variability. The genetic identity of the virus [...] virus – which isolate of which strain – that causes the infection is one them. The moment in the crop cycle when the infection takes place is another factor

• Black vine weevil

  It belongs to the family Curculionidae. Damage symptoms The major damage is caused by the feeding of the larvae on the roots. After the roots have been [...] but reduces the value of ornamental plants. Life cycle and appearance of Black vine weevil The life cycle of the black vine weevil consists of an egg, 6 [...] temperate climates, the small (0.7 mm diameter), spherical white eggs are laid from the beginning of July until around the end of October. The larvae that hatch

• 100% Sustainable Agriculture

  introducing this valuable legacy of knowledge and experience to the field of Agriculture. Working together with farmers We look at the problems at hand with fresh [...] productive crop. All this with the aim of achieving sustainable food production for a healthy planet. Partners with nature, that is the guiding principle in everything [...] DNA. Fifty years ago our founder was the first to introduce a natural enemy to combat spider mite in horticulture. In doing so, he laid the foundation

• Spidex Vital Trial Results

  formed the foundation of our spider mite control. Over time it grew to be one of the most important products for our growers. As the result of many years [...] released on the first plant of each row (yellow star) a week later. Results: a larger population of Spidex Vital reached the infested plants due to the fact that [...] standard used in the industry for 5 days in a row. Results: The graph below shows the results of the collected data Cumulative egg laying during a 5 day

• BioSulfur-S: Healthier crops, effortless application

  Cannabis Get Expert Guidance Ready to experience the power of Koppert's solutions for your crops? Take the first step towards maximizing your yields and [...] optimize growth, and care for the ecosystem. From the field to your farm, Koppert delivers solutions you can trust, today and into the future. Plant health Expand [...] gentle on beneficial insects and respectful of natural enemies, it helps preserve ecological balance in the field Grow healthy : Key nutrient for healthy

• trial results wireworm control

  and liquify the insect from the inside. The nematodes feed on the digested tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect stops [...] reference Average of 4 fields in Italy Since 1986, many years of experience have gone into the selection, production and quality control of our beneficial [...] nematodes. Each of the nematodes produced by Koppert has been selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set

• Eretmocerus eremicus

  when the whitefly reaches its fourth instar. The larva then penetrates the host, moulting to the second instar to feed. During the third instar, the larva [...] carefully inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in [...] parasitic behavior: the female lays her eggs inside the immature whitefly nymphs, and upon hatching, the larvae consume the host from within. The larvae use their

• Encarsia formosa

  then consumed from the inside out by the developing larvae. The larvae feed on the internal tissues of the host, leading to its death and thereby contributing [...] reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides. Life cycle and appearance of Encarsia formosa The development of E. formosa consists of six stages: the egg, [...] carefully inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in

• Diglyphus isaea

  particularly the serpentine leafminer ( Liriomyza trifolii ). The female wasp deposits her eggs inside the larvae of the leafminer, where the emerging larvae [...] usually pupates in the mine some distance from the dead host. Pupal stage: The pupa lies between the upper and lower epidermis of the leaf which are held apart [...] Adult stage: The appearance of the adult is already clearly visible. Pupae are often visible through the leaf. The parasitic wasp escapes from the mine by making

• Aphidius matricariae

  appearance of Aphidius matricariae Adults are 3-4 mm golden brown wasps with long antennae. Characteristic for the distinction of the species are the fine stripes [...] stripes on side parts of the wasp waist. Aphidius matricariae is specific to aphids of the family Aphididae. Most species belong to the genera Myzus, Aphis [...] control of the following pests: Myzus spp. The natural enemy Aphidius matricariae is available at Koppert as Aphipar-M . Aphidius matricariae products Aphipar-M