• Nature's Perfect Pollinator

  hives and is designed for outdoor pollination. Our hives are easy to use and require low maintenance. Want to know more about our Quad hives and how to use [...] Quad Hive is not just a purchase—it's a partnership. Each Quad comes with expert consultancy guidance at no additional cost. Our dedicated team is committed [...] foraging is stopped when wind speeds reach 15 mph. Bumblebees have a simple foraging communication system and will work an extended area until it is fully

• Tobacco aphid

  East and is a key pest of tobacco crops in both the United States and South America. The tobacco aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. nicotianae ) is also encountered [...] and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs early [...] death of young plants. Retarded growth and defoliation reduce yield. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract

• Spidex: dos and don’ts in a nutshell

  November 29, 2021

  Spider Mites Spidex is a powerful natural enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex . Take [...] things so that you can spot spider mite in your crop early on. Regular scouting is the most important aspect, and will help you to keep up and ensure that you [...] dark place. Do not store the product for longer than three days! Do you know how to use Spidex in your crop? You can see the instructions on YouTube . Turn

• In Search of the Relationship Between NatuGro and Nitrogen Release

  February 18, 2020

  end, the key question is how we can further improve the development of resilient cropping with NatuGro,’ Mark van der Werf says. ‘How do we make the plants [...] pathogens. Together with NovaCropControl, Koppert is trying to find an optimum balance in strawberry crops: is it possible to achieve the same levels of production [...] stimulating effect of NatuGro is therefore automatically greater. As a result, the successful approach used in California is not easy to copy to other countries

• Green peach aphid

  peach tree, is native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution. The green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is a particularly [...] persicae subsp. persicae ) is the most important vector of viral diseases. It can transmit at least 100 different viruses and is thus rightfully feared by [...] reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction is sexual

• Mealybug control: Which beneficial should I use in my vineyard?

  April 12, 2024

  Program Operation Mealybug What is Biological Control? The How and Why of IPM Curious about which mealybug product is the best fit for your vineyard operation [...] need-to-know facts about caterpillars Trianum can hold its ground Trianum is a true all-rounder The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages! When it

• Thripex-Mini

  using Thripex and it is recommended to carry out a small field test to monitor the effects. Best working conditions The predatory mite is not susceptible to [...] please follow the instructions below. Koppert B.V. is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or under [...] strawberry mite, broad mite ), several other mites, honeydew and pollen. How does it work Adult predatory mites actively search for and feed on their prey

• Spidex Vital Plus

  persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to [...] the particular situation. Release should be repeated biweekly if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert [...] The various stages of the spider mite Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under control? Spidex offers a solution

• Flies

  growing media, while adults can cause contamination. Effective fly control is essential to maintain healthy and high-quality crops. Biological control of [...] greenhouses. Their larvae live in the ground and prefer moist substrates that is rich in organic matter. Although they cause little direct damage to plants [...] Spotted Wing Drosophila has recently invaded Europe and the Americas where it is causing serious damage to many soft fruit crops. Fly damage Flies can cause

• Encarsia formosa

  wasp is approximately 0.6 mm long, with a head that is dark brown to black in colour, a dark brown to black thorax, and a yellow abdomen. The male is entirely [...] parasitic wasp Encarsia formosa is available at Koppert as En-Strip . Encarsia formosa products En-Strip Enermix Expand all items How to use Encarsia formosa The [...] transparent to brown in colour. The pupa of E. formosa is unique among the species of Encarsia , in that it is formed immediately beneath and in contact with the