Orius insidiosus

range from 0.5-10 per m2/release. Releases should be repeated once or twice. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for [...] Orius insidiosus Orius insidiosus is a generalist predator but has a preference for thrips . In addition, it feeds on a variety of small arthropods such as [...] in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make sure the material remains undisturbed at the introduction site for a few hours after application

Thripex-Mini

have a very short life expectancy and therefore need to be introduced to the crop as soon as possible after receipt. Failure to do so can have a negative [...] mite is not susceptible to diapause and therefore can be applied all year round. Relative humidity should be above 75% and the temperature above 20°C/68°F [...] especially with a large number of mites and high humidity. Therefore consult your supplier prior to using Thripex and it is recommended to carry out a small field

Diglyphus isaea

it and sucks it empty from the outside, as a result of which the leaf miner larva dies. A few days after being parasitized, the leaf miner larva turns flaccid [...] the mine by making a round hole through the upper epidermis. These round holes are the evidence that a parasitic wasp rather than a leaf miner has come [...] antennae. The female is generally rather larger than the male and can be recognized by a broad black stripe over the hind leg, whereas males have two small

Swirski Ulti-Mite

spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert [...] Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with Orius spp. and whitefly parasitoids. Do not combine with other [...] receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 10-15°C/50-59°F. Storage conditions

Flies

cosmetic damage, and sometimes this can occur on such a scale that growth, particularly of young cuttings, can be retarded. Solution Finder Find solutions [...] has recently developed into a major pest on soft fruits in Europe and North America. Sciarid flies and shore flies are mainly a problem in greenhouses. Their [...] plants, they are often a problem due to their large number. Larvae of flies of the family Keroplatidae (mainly Lyprauta sp.) can cause damage in potted

Trichoderma harzianum

): can be sprayed or added to an irrigation system Micro granules ( Trianum-G ): can be mixed with substrate or applied in furrow at sowing using a granulator [...] formation of more root hairs, so that water and nutrients can be absorbed better. This leads to a stronger and more uniform crop resulting in better yield [...] harzianum produces a range of secondary metabolites and enzymes that have antagonistic effects on plant pathogens. These metabolites and enzymes can directly inhibit

Hemp russet mite

stems and petioles of the hemp plant and can cause stunting. When populations are large, the mites can also be found on the underside of leaves. This results [...] size and suppressed bud growth leading to a reduction in the number of buds and dwarfed buds. This damage can reduce yield and quality. Other signs of damage [...] They are elongated (torpedo-shaped), soft and segmented. The body appears to be divided into two parts: the head with the mouthparts, and the rest of the

Aphidoletes aphidimyza

m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert [...] newly hatched larvae is normally not difficult. When a gall midge larva attacks an aphid, it injects a paralyzing toxin that also starts predigestion of the [...] aphids, and the aphid species. The time required to consume an aphid can vary from a few minutes to several hours, depending on the age and nutritional condition

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

shall see.’ A more robust system Based on his initial experiences, Sjaak van Dijk is pleased with Spidex Vital. ‘It’s a good sign if you have a predatory [...] create an effective mix. You can see them soon after they have been released and they get right down to doing their job.’ A tense moment Sjaak van Dijk [...] populations three times. This is always a critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider mites can cause real problems in this type of

Predatory mites

Resilient pest management: Predatory mites can build up a population in the crop and control pests for a long period of time. Reduced pesticide dependence: [...] crops, using a blower for dispersion is an available option. This approach proves particularly effective when a swift response is required due to a pest invading [...] needed: Generalist predatory mites can be supplemented with alternative food, like Nutari and Nutemia, to survive and build a population. Repeat as necessary: