Integrated Pest Management

for sustainable farming. It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which can have adverse effects on both crops and the environment. Beneficial insects [...] achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on prevention rather than reaction. It emphasizes practices that deter pests [...] for biological pest control . The beneficial organisms prey or parasitize on pests in agriculture, helping to protect crops naturally. Monitoring and trapping

Cranberry

cranberry qualifies as a shrub and usually grows on the ground surface first and then ascends. The plant produces white or pink flowers and afterwards s

Aphidius colemani

The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not [...] its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases

Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

the beetles directly onto the plants based on 500-3000/ha (for outdoor cultivation) in several applications depending on the degree of infestation.’ Everything [...] significant impact on your yield. It is therefore important to recognize the damage in an early stage, so you can control the pest on time. For this, we [...] lophanthae is able to predate on several armoured scales species. It is easy to see what they have eaten by checking the scales on iirregular holes. Easy a

Predatory insects

control agents. Female gall midges lay their eggs on plant leaves, and when the larvae hatch, they feed on aphids. Gall midges are considered beneficial insects [...] agriculture. Equipped with piercing mouthparts, they actively hunt and feed on various harmful pests, helping to maintain a balanced ecosystem. Predatory [...] reducing aphid populations, gall midges contribute to the overall health of plants and help maintain a balanced ecosystem without the need for chemical pesticides

Horiver Drystick

30 cm above the crop and adjust height when plants are growing Do not place traps in-between the plants as parasitic wasps will then also be trapped Remove [...] contrast to Horiver Wetstick , the glue of Horiver Drystick does not come off on your hands Horiver Drystick traps generally do not catch insects for as long

Thripex-Mini

positions on the crop (no direct sunlight). Measures improving the moisture balance in the sachets, such as placing the bottom of the sachet on moist substrate [...] pollen. How does it work Adult predatory mites actively search for and feed on their prey. Application For Hanging Baskets – insert sachets into the center [...] center of the container at time of hanging. Installing in the middle of the plants (shaded) and with the bottom edge of the sachet touching the substrate will

Aphidend

in the greenhouse Place the bottle directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the plants Do not scatter the contents Once emerged, the [...] gall-midges will leave the bottle and spread Dosage The dosage of Aphidend depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Most effective

Spidex Vital Trial Results

The trial was conducted on 1-metre tall cucumber plants. 2 rows of 6 plants each, placed in a walk-in cage. The last 2 plants in each row were infested [...] released on the first plant of each row (yellow star) a week later. Results: a larger population of Spidex Vital reached the infested plants due to the [...] of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is now improved with a greater impact on spider mite control: Spidex Vital. Spidex Vital gives you the following a

Predatory mites

predatory mites feed on them by piercing their prey's body and extracting their bodily fluids, causing their death. As predatory mites feed on pests, they also [...] Neoseiulus californicus ( Spical ) are specialized in feeding on spider mites. They both prey on spider mites at every stage of their life cycle. Predatory [...] that preys on the identified pest. Consult with a Koppert advisor or supplier if you're unsure. Release timing: Timing is essential and depends on factors