• Operation Mealybug

  Cryptobug-L is at least as effective as chemical treatments in dealing with mealybugs . The Best Weapon The best results are achieved by deploying the maximum [...] honeydew, which, as well as the white, waxy secretion of the mealybugs, reduces the ornamental value of the affected plants. Fruit and flowers are also fouled [...] mealybugs . Cryptobug-L can be used at temperatures above 16°C/60.8°F and in both covered and outdoor crops. As for Cryptobug , it thrives from a minimum

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  The time of endless Excel sheets with rows full of scout data about disease and pest pressure is over for good at Scheurs in De Kwakel since they switched [...] switched to Natutec Scout . Koppert's crop scout app even ensures that less chemical pesticides are used at the rose and gerbera grower. Henri Volgering, Scout [...] Scout at Schreurs, explains: “Scouting is very important within this cultivation. This is why we not only conduct a weekly count of all sticky traps but

• Streptorid FP FPL

  information on this product, contact the National Pesticides Information Center (NPIC) at 1-800-858-7378, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 12 PM PST, or at http://npic [...] information on this product, contact the National Pesticides Information Center (NPIC) at 1-800-858-7378, Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 12 PM PST, or at http://npic [...] removing. As soon as possible, wash thoroughly and change into clean clothing. ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS For terrestrial uses. Do not apply directly to water

• Predatory mites

  thrips . Predatory mites are an essential component of integrated pest management (IPM) strategies as they offer an sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides [...] prey's body and extracting their bodily fluids, causing their death. As predatory mites feed on pests, they also reproduce rapidly, leading to an increased [...] populations but also act as a deterrent to future infestations. The presence of beneficial mites can discourage pest outbreaks by creating an environment where

• Thripex-Mini

  Hanging Baskets – insert sachets into the center of the container at time of hanging. Installing in the middle of the plants (shaded) and with the bottom edge [...] edge of the sachet touching the substrate will typically yield the longest release of predators. Sachets already have an exit hole. Place sachets in sheltered [...] positions on the crop (no direct sunlight). Measures improving the moisture balance in the sachets, such as placing the bottom of the sachet on moist substrate

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  Depending on circumstances at spraying, spraying technique and caterpillar species, an efficacy of 50 to 80% can be achieved. Download brochure Nematode products [...] nematodes or entomopathogenic nematodes are mainly known for the biological control of soil pests such as thrips pupae, and larvae of sciarid flies and several [...] European pepper moth ( Duponchelia fovealis ), Silver Y moth (Autographa gamma), beet armyworm (Spodoptera exigua), and Mirid bugs such as Nesidiocoris tenuis

• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  give an increased hotspot control in your crop. Improved egg laying capacity As Spidex Vital has continuous access to nutrition during logistics, the females [...] Even more impact on spider mite control! It all started with Spidex ( Phytoseiulus persimilis ) at Koppert more than 50 years ago. From day one this predatory [...] 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

• Citrus mealybug

  sole task is to fertilize the females and as soon as a male emerges from its cocoon, it goes in search of a female. A fertilized female lays several hundreds [...] trees and ornamental crops, particularly in pot plants such as ficus, palms, schefflera, croton and kalanchoë, but also in roses and gerbera. Additionally [...] in sugars, but low in proteins. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  pesticides in many crops and play a complementary role in an IPM strategy. José Maria applies Koppert’s Casea at dusk, as this is when nematodes are best introduced [...] the asparagus crop grew healthy and straight as pencils. I found no damaged asparagus nor did I have to discard part of the harvest, as was the case before [...] García is an asparagus farmer from Fuente Vaqueros near Granada, Spain, where he has been growing asparagus on a hectare for the last two years. He had many

• Consumers

  make an active contribution to a sustainable society, with safe food in sufficient quantities to feed a rapidly growing population. Producing our natural [...] therefore sells its products exclusively to professional growers and farmers. In order to provide you with the best possible service as a consumer, we have drawn [...] protection ? The idea behind biological crop protection is very simple: natural enemies such as predatory mites , ladybugs, and parasitic wasps are released