• Tropicals

  whereas in other countries this group of plants is often referred to as ‘Green Potted Plants’. In colder climates north of the equator, tropical plants are [...] About The definition of ‘Tropical Plants’, are plants that grow naturally in a tropical climate. Tropical plant is a typical north American term, whereas [...] well in direct sunlight and should be located in shadier environments. Because many tropical plants naturally grow near the sea, many species of tropical

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  reproductive capacity Delivers one of the highest predation rates among predatory mites Shows promising potential in the control of invasive thrips species Performs [...] fluids from leaves, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish in the crop before the pest appears. Amblydromalus [...] approximately 0.14 mm in diameter. The larvae have six legs, are the same colour as the eggs, and are only slightly larger. The larvae of Amblydromalus limonicus

• Aphidend

  n Open the bottle in the greenhouse Place the bottle directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the plants Do not scatter the contents [...] species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult gall midges emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. After emerging from the eggs the [...] contents Once emerged, the adult gall-midges will leave the bottle and spread Dosage The dosage of Aphidend depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should

• In Partnership with Nature

  In Partnership with Nature For the better health of people and the planet outperformed the Styrofoam packaging in maintaining the required temperature [...] growers and for nature. towns. The bans could impact the future of Styrofoam shipping in general. To be one step ahead of the issues and controversy surrounding [...] estimates that 3 million tons of Styrofoam are produced in the USA annually, 80% of which is destined for the trash. Koppert is consistently striving to not

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes feed on the tissues of the [...] opportunities the biological control of caterpillars . Our nematode products can be used in conventional, organic or zero residue growing methods in a wide range [...] nematodes PDF More than 35 years of Experience Koppert started producing nematodes in 1986. Many years of experience have gone into the selection, production,

• FAQ Spidex Vital

  Changes of Spidex What is the difference in the product presentation? Spidex Vital consists of all mobile stages of Phytoseiulus persimilis. The carrier [...] years of research, Koppert has managed to develop a new formulation for better control of a number of vital aspects. This results in keeping the surrounding [...] this formulation of Phytoseiulus persimilis. Is this a different Phytoseiulus species to the Spidex I am used to? No, it is exactly the same Phytoseiulus

• Thrips

  she makes an opening in the plant tissue. The eggs are laid in leaves, flower petals and in the soft parts of stalks. On the leaves of sweet pepper, for instance [...] transparent in color and have a similar shape to the adults but are smaller and lack wings. One of the most distinctive features of thrips larvae is their [...] a later stage, the empty cells become desiccated and the adjacent cells turn brown. The vigour of the plant is also reduced by loss of chlorophyll. With

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  human health. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the production of the predatory mite Phytoseiulus [...] Phytoseiulus persimilis Phytoseiulus persimilis is a specialist predator of spider mites , it is extremely effective in controlling outbreaks under warm and humid [...] Over the years, we have further specialized in producing a big range of natural enemies and have several patents to our name. Our stability in breeding

• Bugs

  their body when at rest. The wings overlap each other exposing the scutellum, a prominent triangular region of the thorax between the wing bases. This dis [...] extracting nutrients from them, resulting in deformations and puncture holes. The most obvious damage is the deformation of growing points. They also cause tissue [...] bug control Learn more about What are bugs? Heteropteran bugs form a group in the order Hemiptera , a highly diverse group of insects, containing both harmful

• V10_SDS_US.pdf

  technical measures to avoid or minimize the release of the product on the workplace. Ensure good ventilation of the work station. Provide local exhaust or [...] conditions of normal use. : May damage fertility or the unborn child. : No experimental study on the product is available. The information given is based on [...] on our knowledge of the components and the classification of the product is determined by calculation. SECTION 12 Ecological information 12.1. Ecotoxicity