• Spot the caterpillar!

  June 28, 2023

  types of species and sizes. Some stand out from the foliage, but most are the same color as the plant from which they live. They’re also masters of hi [...] we’ve made a helpful list for you. Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths, and there are as many as 150,000 species worldwide. The group [...] camouflage. Caterpillars from the Noctuidae family (moths) don’t usually have many hairs, and they pupate in the ground. Caterpillars from the Tortricidae family

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  August 18, 2021

  Technical Department. Koppert has used its specific know-how about the mechanics needed to disperse different carrier materials, in combination with its knowledge [...] aggressive pest. The gall midge, Feltiella acarisuga ( Spidend ) has larvae that are capable of rapidly controlling concentrated spider mite colonies and stopping

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 24, 2022

  thrips pupae are often in the ground and challenging to tackle. However, certain beneficials are perfect for the job. For example, there are parasitic nematodes [...] For example, the simultaneous use of different species of predatory mites is not a good idea. Also, if chemicals are necessary, be sure to tailor them to [...] ornamental crops, predatory mites are the foot soldiers in the battle against thrips . You can choose from two commonly-used species: Swirskii and Cucumeris

• Stable fly

  yellowish-white larvae will generally emerge from the eggs in 1–4 days. They are typical maggots ranging in size from 5–12 mm long, and they pass through three [...] populations are very large (> 25 flies/leg), the insects will begin to cluster on the animals’ undersides and flanks as well. Stable flies are persistent [...] Adult stable flies are between 5–7 mm in size and largely resemble the house fly , even having a four-striped thorax. However, they are light grey in colour;

• Biosolutions for Propagation

  introductions of predators and mycoinsecticides like Isarid™ and Entonem are commonly applied. Entonem Isarid Expand all items Heidi inspects rose stock [...] Support Starting Off Humid Propagation crops—seeds, cuttings, tissue culture—are in their first fragile state while subject to the extremely humid conditions [...] Bacilirid™ Biological Fungicide , Isarid™ , and Trianum ® Biological Fungicide are BioSolutions that thrive in wet conditions. Using Koppert products instead

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  excluder’) hive door. There are also different timers (analogue or digital). However, the different transmitters and receivers are supplied with the same manual [...] country of sales, the socket and plug on the transmitter can differ. There are also different timers). The components of the Wireless BeeHome system can [...] the entrances to the two hives are rotated (with each entrance pointing in a different direction). Remove the hive door from the hive by pushing it downwards

• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  the soil, millions of trees are cut down every year, and fields are cultivated in ways that often harm the soil. “Our cities are also growing rapidly. More [...] bacteria, which are present in the soil. It is important to realize that of all the microorganisms that exist, only a small percentage are pathogens. Most [...] protect its biodiversity. In different parts of the world, governments, businesses, communities and individuals have different attitudes towards the soil

• Natutec Airobreez: Next-Gen Blower Gun For BCA Products

  June 1, 2025

  way. How To Use Video A straightforward instructional video explaining how to use the Natutec Airobreez , recommended for first-time users. How To Clean [...] trip over while accurately frosting plants up to at least four meters away from the barrel. For an up-close look at the Natutec Airobreez head over to Cultivate [...] Cultivate ’25 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio from July 12–15, 2025. Get a hands-on experience with the blower gun that will

• Tobacco whitefly

  and white wings of the adult are already clearly visible. These pupae are found on the oldest leaves. The adult emerges from the pupa via a T-shaped fissure [...] and adult. The larvae are found on the underside of young leaves and have an oval shape. The first instar larvae (crawlers) are mobile, whereas the rest [...] The adult whiteflies are often scattered over the entire plant where they deposit their eggs. This is why on one leaf all different developmental stages

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  Thrips are one of the most challenging pests in horticulture and agriculture, causing both direct and indirect damage to a wide range of crops. Their ability [...] ornamentals . Each predatory mite species has unique strengths tailored to different climates and crop needs. Amblyseius swirskii Amblyseius swirskii targets [...] whitefly eggs and young larvae, other small insects and mites. It originates from mediterranean regions and therefore establishes fast in warm and moderate