• Miglyphus

  larvae by using them as a food source. This is known as host feeding. Visual effect The presence of Diglyphus isaea in the crop is signalled by short mines [...] at weekly intervals or until control is achieved. At low temperatures ( Environmental conditions Diglyphus isaea is most effective at temperatures between [...] dark, bottle standing. Recommended for you Diglyphus isaea Parasitic wasps What is Biological Control?

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  about spider mite biocontrol Spidex: dos and don’ts in a nutshell Spidex, Phytoseiulus persimilis, is a powerful natural enemy of the spider mite. At least [...] proper scouting is crucial. Using sticky traps for spider mite is of little use, as the mites are not attracted to them. Even if there’s a contamination [...] uncover this pest, it’s important to make regular checks of your crop. A good guideline is a weekly check of the entire crop, with particular attention paid to

• Ervipar

  repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] develop inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies [...] in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Ervipar depends on

• Trianum-P Improves Open Field Pepper Production in Portugal

  June 29, 2021

  practices that respect the environment. "Without a doubt it is a product with a lot of potential for pepper cultivation," says Pedro Militão. The good results [...] The entire crop is harvested mechanically. With mechanization, it is very important that all plants reach the end of their cycle with a high level of plant [...] consequently, obtaining a higher final production," explains Pedro Militão. Sociedade Agrícola Militão highly values the fact that Trianum is a 100% natural product

• Chrysopa

  areas only and repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] 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) [...] 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

• Black leg of seedlings

  substrate the plant turns brown. A typical symptom of a Pythium infection is the easy stripping of the skin from the root cortex with a finger nail. Life cycle [...] General Pythium is considered a ‘weak pathogen’, meaning that it can usually only affect plants that are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer from stress [...] of seedlings Pythium belongs to the Oomycetes, a separate group of microorganisms and is therefore not a real fungus. It survives as oospores, resting spores

• Ten facts about spider mites

  November 19, 2021

  following is an overview of the key facts about the spider mite. Is a spider mite an insect? Nothing could be farther from the truth! It is a tiny spider [...] plant sap. A spider mite attack is often localized, and you should make sure that you scout affected areas early on. Under the right conditions, a spider mite [...] where there is little wind. The variation is great – there are more than 1200 species of spider mite. Some have evolved to ‘specialize’ in just a few crops

• Aphilin

  25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated a number of times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] develops inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies [...] Economical and Better Biocontrol of Aphids, Mealybugs and Echinothrips What is Biological Control? Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop

• Strawberry

  weevil ( Anthonomus rubi ) is a notorious pest that specifically targets strawberry flowers. The adult weevils feed on the flower buds, causing damage and [...] stunted development, and the development of honeydew, a sticky substance that attracts ants and is a substrate for the growth of sooty mould. Fruit flies [...] suzukii) , pose a significant threat to strawberry crops. These tiny insects have a preference for ripe, soft fruits, making strawberries a prime target.

• En-Strip

  until control is achieved. At increasing temperatures it may be better to switch to the use of Enermix or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized [...] the pupae via a round hole. Pack size 3,000; 7,500; 15,000 pupae. Presentation Cardboard strips with 5 cards each, wrapped in plastic, in a cardboard box [...] Environmental conditions The parasitic wasp is most effective at temperatures between 20°C and 25°C (68 and 77°F). At a 24 hours average temperature below 17°C/63°F