• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  pressure and biological protection methods are positively perceived, vegetables protected with IPM solutions are welcomed by customers,’ Zoboli explains. [...] the larvae are small in order to maximize their effect. When the moment comes, we apply them 3 times at a 5-day interval. We spray them on the tomato canopy [...] Agricola Gandini Antonio in the 1950s, the company has based its farming methods on criteria that respect the environment and people, and the quality of its product

• New Packaging

  Entonem , and Entermix are our most temperature sensitive products. We strive to continuously improve our processes, products, know-how, and services. This [...] Spical Ulti-Mite and Swirski Ulti-Mite sachets that are entirely compostable. These new sachets are made of a newly-developed foil that meets the required [...] Michigan, and Georgia. The boxes were packaged with temperature data loggers on the inside and outside of the boxes. Plus, we inspected the product at each

• Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

  validated in the field. The results are very clear. It is very effective on the larvae. The nematodes also act on Macrolophus , which is biologically very [...] Additionally, as a macroorganism, there's no waiting period. These are major assets on our farm, which has been practising IPM for as long as it has existed [...] existed in France. We saw that it was effective. We have used Capsanem on several blocks to regulate the bug and have tried several application methods: the

• 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 [...] beneficial nematodes are examples of beneficial organisms used for biological pest control . The beneficial organisms prey or parasitize on pests in agriculture [...] achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on prevention rather than reaction. It emphasizes practices that deter pests

• Natutec Drone

  in-house by Koppert’s Technical Department. Koppert has used its specific know-how about the mechanics needed to disperse different carrier materials, in combination [...] transports vulnerable beneficial organisms to disperse them accurately where they are needed. The complete system (drone and dispersal system) weighs 15 kg/33 lbs [...] dispersal! Easy reach – the drone can reach areas that may be difficult to access on the ground – such as elevated areas or wet ground conditions Even distribution

• Beneficial nematodes to control pests in outdoor crops

  more for pests that are difficult to control and when chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. These beneficial nematodes are resuspended in water [...] systems most commonly used in agriculture. But… you are not spraying a conventional pesticide, you are spraying a solution full of life! Using beneficial [...] Control pests with beneficial nematodes While plant parasitic nematodes are a common soil pest that affect plants, entomopathogenic nematodes play an important

• Ten Facts About Thrips

  August 18, 2021

  Here are ten important facts about thrips to help you brush up your knowledge. Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis on a leaf 1. How can you [...] These flying insects are slender and extremely small (between 0.5 and 2.5 mm long). 2. The thrips family is very large; there are many species of thrips [...] most of them are harmless. Western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) causes the most trouble. But other species that cause damage are also seen regularly

• Spidex

  cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least a few hours [...] g , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spidex depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted to the [...] particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 2-50 per m2/release

• Protected vegetables

  agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and thrips are present. These tools are designed to attract, capture, and [...] crops There are different types of diseases in vegetable crops that cause harm to the plants and their fruits. Common vegetable diseases are damping-off [...] vegetable crops. Unlike synthetic fungicides, biofungicides are derived from natural sources and are designed to control fungal plant diseases while minimizing

• What is Thripex Plus?

  August 18, 2021

  mites which the predatory mite feeds on before it leaves the sachet. These predatory mites, which are the “good bugs ”, are called Neoseiulus cucumeris . It [...] “bad bugs” that this mite seeks out and feeds on are part of a group of pests called thrips . These pests are minute black winged insects that suck plant [...] come across a potted plant you may have noticed a small pouch hanging on the plant or on a stick in the soil. Don’t panic the pouch is harmless to you, your