• Blueberry

  Afford to Ignore Trianum can hold its ground Whitefly – small pest, big problem Trianum is a true all-rounder Want to know whether Spical will be effective [...] protect the plants against these diseases can be applied to the growing medium when the plants are being grown under permanent protection, where they will [...] period, contributing to optimal fruit development. Furthermore, bumblebees exhibit a certain level of flower constancy, meaning they tend to focus on one species

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  you’ll also have to be constantly alert to the unwanted interactions: one pathogen can make it easier for another to strike. This applies to Botrytis , too [...] other pathogens to strike. But it also works the other way around: there are pests that make it easier for the fungus to get a hold. It’s a sinister interaction [...] conditions are unfavorable, the damage can get out of hand. To avoid this, it's important to know the following 'Botrytis facts'. A Botrytis infection can

• Grey mould

  Botryotinia fuckeliana / Botrytis cinerea ) is a necrotrophic fungus, meaning that it excretes compounds that kill the plant cells and then uses the content [...] or damaged plants. How to prevent Grey mould Make sure the crop grows regularly with not too much vegetative growth, in order to maintain a microclimate [...] Silicon and/or Calcium nutrition hardens the cell walls and makes it harder for the fungi to enter the leaves Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential

• Cannabis

  phone, and a face-to-face conversation is the best way to listen to a grower’s concerns. Managing pests isn’t only about bugs , it also involves the people [...] & Listen Philosophy To solve a problem, the Koppert Consultant arrives on-site for a no cost up-close look. Subtle nuances can be lost via email or phone [...] Get Expert Support Key Cannabis Pests to Watch for in Every Growth Stage Resilient Growing Solutions designed to support stronger, more resilient crops

• Spidex

  Spidex depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest [...] 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%.​​​​​​​ Combined use Can be combined with Neoseiulus californicus and Feltiella [...] bottle horizontally. Reviews Initial Experiences: Spidex Vital Lives Up to its Promises Recommended for you Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide P

• Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell

  February 2, 2023

  Still Begins with Swirski If you decide to use Swirski-Mite to combat thrips and whitefly , it's important to ensure that the Amblyseius swirskii predatory [...] job optimally. Only then will you be guaranteed an optimum result. Do's If you can, apply Swirski-Mite as soon as it arrives at your company, preferably [...] traps. Release new predatory mites in time to keep the pest under control. If pollen is present, this can be done later than with flowers without pollen

• Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

  August 31, 2022

  effects app is very helpful when considering what to spray that won't be harmful to beneficial insects when we need to supplement a synthetic chemical application [...] effects app is very helpful when considering what to spray that won't be harmful to beneficial insects when we need to supplement a synthetic chemical application [...] edible and ornamental crops . It's safe for their workers and the environment, it's great at managing resistance, and it's compatible with their existing

• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  cube). He decided to do this in response to his crop’s susceptibility to Pythium. ‘My crop gets 20 hours of light a day, which means it requires a lot of [...] mats and whole rows had to be rejected, and the fungus would spread through the gutters to adjacent mats. ‘We sometimes lost up to 50% of production on the [...] have a bigger impact on the beneficials than on the thrips, which means I need to be alert. The same goes for caterpillars , since there’s essentially

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in top fruits

  If a specific pest is not mentioned in this document, it doesn’t necessarily mean it cannot be controlled by nematodes. Koppert is continuously researching [...] pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. Beneficial nematodes can be used to tackle a broad spectrum [...] Beneficial nematodes in Top Fruits Top Fruits Crop Apples / Pears When to apply Where to apply Targeted pest instar(s) Cydia pomonella Autumn/Spring Scaffold

• Frequently Asked Questions about Bumblebees

  November 15, 2018

  colonies. Although the exact causes are unclear, it appears that a combination of parasites and pesticides may be to blame. As the entire honeybee colony survives [...] can be jeopardized. When using bumblebees and honeybees together, Koppert recommends separating the two bees by a minimum of 100 yards. It can be advised [...] forage for both pollen and nectar to provide resources for brood as well as maintaining the nest. As the nest continues to develop the Queen will not leave