• Sportnem-T

  tank mixing with a compatible product) Maintain agitation of mixture in the tank (e.g. with a recirculation pump) Fill the spray tank with the required [...] system, with a backpack sprayer, or a vehicle-mounted spray unit To avoid blockage, all filters should be removed, especially if finer than 0.3 mm (50 mesh) [...] Spray the solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions Dosage Sportnem-T is typically applied at a rate of

• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  deutonymph, and adult. Stratiolaelaps scimitus is a large mite with a body length of up to 1 mm. The body is pale with a clearly visible brown dorsal shield, brown [...] The predatory mite Stratiolaelaps scimitus is also known under the scientific name Hypoaspis miles . It is a soil-dwelling predatory mite occurring naturally [...] first nymphal instars are white, with nymphs becoming light brown as they age. The eggs are white, oval, and approximately 0.3 mm in length. Best conditions

• Chrysopa

  their body fluids. Visual effect Prey is sucked out, shrivelled skins are difficult to find. Chrysoperla carnea is active mainly during the night. The larvae [...] conditions Chrysoperla carnea is effective in a wide temperature range including low temperatures (average > 12°C/54°F). It is most effective at 20-28°C (68-82°F) [...] made in infested areas only and repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert

• Quality is Key at Koppert!

  October 14, 2019

  research and expertise invested in this stock is incalculable. A selection of the stock is reared in climate rooms with fully controlled and continuously monitored [...] out. Once the batch is approved, they are moved from the climate rooms to the packaging department. As of this moment special care is taken to keep the mites [...] own custom clearance zone at its headquarters in the Netherlands with personnel that is authorized by the Dutch Customs and Excise Authorities. Checks at

• Citrus mealybug

  defoliation. The overall effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore the yield. Flowers and fruit often drop off. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but low [...] citri are 2.5 - 4 mm long and 2 - 3 mm in breadth. Seen dorsally, they have an oval form; they are soft and covered with a fine waxy material. They move [...] produce little wax, so that the light yellow to pink body is visible through its waxy covering. There is often a darker longitudinal stripe running over the

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  have stingers. This is also true with honeybees and wasps. Drones, which are the male bumblebees, cannot sting. Further, the stinger is mainly used as a weapon [...] avoiding provoking them or making them aggressive. First, it is important to be calm when working with bumblebees. Do not wave your arms at the bumblebees, bump [...] diarrhea) Level 3 - level 1 and/or 2 symptoms plus difficulties in breathing and/or a feeling of suffocating Level 4 - level 1 and/or 2 and/or 3 symptoms plus

• Sustainability

  intertwined, the role of agriculture is paramount. It's not merely about producing crops; it's about fostering a relationship with nature to ensure a healthier [...] a sustainable tomorrow At Koppert, sustainability isn’t just a concept, it is part of who we are. Since our foundation, we have been on a path to make a [...] Goals. Our sustainability vision also includes operational improvements with the aim to become carbon neutral, consciously managing our energy use, and

• Pollination

  isolated growing units when dealing with limited pollen production. What makes them stand out is their seamless compatibility with bumblebees, creating a dynamic [...] What is pollination? Pollination is an annual challenge for growers when it comes to the production of vegetables, fruit and seed. Well pollinated crops [...] these products. Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the flower. If the pollen is transferred from anther

• Swirski-Mite

  swirskii is most effective at temperatures between 20 and 32°C (68 and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C/64°F. Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive [...] humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with Orius spp. and whitefly parasitoids. Do not combine with other generalist predatory mites ( Neoseiulus [...] introduction site for at least a few hours after introduction Can also be applied with Natutec Airobreez , Natutec Mini-Airbug , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug

• Thripex

  Neoseiulus cucumeris is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%. Combined use Can be combined with Orius spp. Do not combine with other generalist predatory [...] Environmental conditions Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F [...] per hectare, evenly distributed over the total surface Can also be applied with Natutec Airobreez , Natutec Mini-Airbug , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug