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needs to take action. This is how Barry Enthoven of Lema Tomaten in Naaldwijk, the Netherlands sees it, manager of the 5.5 hectare company owned by Ruud [...] Respond quickly and accurately on IPM A major advantage of the Koppert app is the ability of the consultant to check up on things remotely – for Lema Tomaten [...] ‘The map of our greenhouses, which is programmed into the app, allows us to see where an infestation is and how it is evolving. It also allows us to see

Operation Mealybug

short work of this troublesome pest, with minimum effort. Cryptobug is the best weapon on the market for the effective biological control of mealybugs . Operation [...] minimum temperature of 16°C and is at its most effective at temperatures between 25° - 28°C/77° - 82.4°F. Cryptobug-L is a powerful biological tool in the [...] treatments, and the risk of resistance is reduced as a result. There are no chemical residues. Find more information on Operation Mealybug and the possibilities

Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

In the interim, the crop is treated with a bacterial preparation. Internal cultivation adviser Jan Mulder explains, ‘It is essential that we do something [...] over the young plants in a fine mist. This is followed by a second fine mist to rinse off nematodes that are on the leaves. A while later, I collect a few [...] Mulder. ‘Our dosages and introductions have therefore always been on the high side. It is better to use a little too much than not enough; infestations must

Spidex Vital Go

depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Release should be repeated biweekly if the pest is not [...] of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Phytoseiulus persimilis is most effective at temperatures [...] 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%. Combined use Can be combined with

When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

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 [...] or twice, or until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your

How to protect bumblebees in cold

impact of climate on pollination and colony quality is also time-sensitive. The longer unfavorable conditions persist, the greater the impact on the bumblebees [...] 15 ºC for optimal plant development. When your crop is healthy and the average 24-hour temperature is at least 15 ºC, you can ensure that there won't be [...] es: Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring they catch the morning sun. Make sure the hive is in a sheltered

Red palm weevil

cocoon is formed the larva enters a pre-pupal stage, its body contracts and it does not crawl any more. The future adult organs are well visible on the pupa [...] distribution through the Mediterranean since the 1980s. Damage symptoms It is very difficult to recognize the first signs of red palm weevil ( Rhynchophorus [...] ranges from entirely orange-red to all black with all intermediates, depending on the number and size of black marks. Eggs are creamy white, shiny and oblong

DuoKare

DuoKare™ is a mixture of live microbes as a seed treatment for corn to help withstand dry spells during critical growth stages such as flowering and grain [...] grain fill. Crops Corn. Availability DuoKare™ is registered for sale in the following U.S. states and territories: KY, IL, IN, OH Mode of action DuoKare™ [...] from drought, helping corn advance to the next growth stage faster. Pack size 5 x 0.9 lbs Presentation Flowable powder Concentration Bacillus simplex 1.0x10

Almond

About The almond ( Prunus dulcis, syn. Prunus amygdalus ) is a tree species originating in the Middle East as well as in North Africa and the Indian s [...] subcontinent. The name also refers to the tree’s edible seed that is nowadays extensively produced around the world. The almond belongs to the genus Prunus [...] This particular subgenus distinguishes itself from others because of ridges on the shell that surrounds the seed.