• Beneficial nematodes; the natural move towards biological crop protection

  April 5, 2023

  combat the pests they target. Ambushing nematodes lie in a soil layer or a leaf and wait for a pest insect to pass by. When the prey passes by, the nematodes [...] lettuce. Click here for a full overview of the targeted pests. For growers, one of the main incentives to use nematode products is the diminishing role and [...] passing host. Easy to use Beneficial nematodes offer a broad-spectrum biocontrol solution. Casea is sprayed on crops using commonly used spraying or irrigation

• Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To?

  June 5, 2019

  treatment isn't effective. But don't panic: after a week, you'll likely see a clear reduction. Using a magnifying glass, you can check whether the predatory [...] leaves. If you see a few walking around on each leaf, you know you're on the right track. Supplementary Feeding for Predatory Mites If there is too little food [...] logical, but for crops such as roses and strawberries, growers can only tolerate a very low level of pests – too little for Amblyseius swirskii to eat its fill

• Koppert At Cultivate 2026

  June 1, 2026

  the Koppert booth, and have a look at the newest additions to our fertilizer and biostimulant lineup, too. Biosulfur-S is a biologically derived sulfur [...] PhylloKare ™. Cultivate by AmericanHort is one of the leading horticulture events in North America, providing a wide range of opportunities to explore and [...] Applying Limonica is easy and accurate with the Natutec Airobreez from Koppert. Despite its distribution strength, the Airobreez handles like a video game. Precise

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  needs. Phytoseiulus persimilis Phytoseiulus persimilis is a specialist predator of spider mites , it is extremely effective in controlling outbreaks under [...] to chemical pesticides makes biological control a critical and sustainable option. Predatory mites offer a powerful defense, ensuring healthier crops and [...] d spider mite ) is the most common species in greenhouse and open-field crops. These pests pierce plant cells, causing stippling, leaf yellowing, and eventual

• Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages

  April 16, 2019

  ns in a flower bud at 60-80 times higher than in a leaf. Although calcium and trace elements can be supplied using standard fertilisers, this is not always [...] assimilation, and Veni Calcium is easily absorbed by the plant due to its unique composition - using a foliar application ensures it is directly available to the [...] Blueberries and bio-stimulants are a strong combination, especially during the spring, when plants are flowering, and pollination is taking place: the right bi

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  should be repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] prey for the newly hatched larvae is normally not difficult. When a gall midge larva attacks an aphid, it injects a paralyzing toxin that also starts [...] Aphidoletes aphidimyza for aphid control Aphidoletes aphidimyza is a species of predatory gall midge known for its effectiveness in biological pest control

• Acadian label

  Health™ is a division of Acadian Seaplants Limited PRODUCT OF CANADA NET CONTENT: 2.5 U.S. Gal 9.4 L NET WEIGHT: 24.2 lb 11.0 kg US_A1842a-4_0224 [...] interaction of chemicals is unknown, a "jar" compatibility test is recommended. Storage and Handling: This product contains a preservative but should be [...] Seaweed Concentrate is compatible with most insecticides, fungicides and fertilizers. When interaction is unknown, a “jar” compatibility test is recommended.

• Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

  July 6, 2020

  predatory mite is on the prowl. The predatory mite is a tough one and won’t be fazed if the spider mite makes itself scarce: it can survive for a while without [...] of your options. Spider mite Although, the spider mite is always a threat, this doesn’t mean that a crop will always suffer. There are ways to keep spider [...] treatment with Spidex is used, leaving Phytoseiulus to do the job on its own. Except when your climate is warm and dry, then Spical-Plus is preferred, as the

• FytoFert S

  Application: Apply 0.32 - 0.42 gal/acre for cereals, canola, and corn. Use a sufficient volume of water to ensure thorough coverage. For specific recom

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  thrips larvae. Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural enemy to help control thrips [...] Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] controlling thrips is mainly dependent on the size of the prey larvae. Thrips larvae try to defend themselves against an attack by a predatory mite by violently