Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

wanted to offer safe and sustainable products to our customers,’ Zoboli continues. ‘It is better to use them when the larvae are small in order to maximize [...] products, including nematodes. Since we were already a Koppert customer for their bumblebees and other beneficials, we decided to use the nematode Steinernema [...] parasitic nematodes moving inside them,’ Zoboli continues. ‘After this result, we have kept spraying with nematodes every time there was a new wave of small

Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

have to control Nesidiocoris because it is very strong in this sector,’ says co-manager at SCEA, Bélinda Gaillet. ‘Capsanem appealed to us due to its [...] East Region of France: ‘We recommended the beneficial nematode Capsanem in combination with an adjuvant to tackle Nesidiocoris . Tests were run by Koppert [...] The nematodes also act on Macrolophus , which is biologically very close to Nesidiocoris . Therefore, Capsanem must be aimed at the top of the plant and

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

spider mites can cause real problems in this type of crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product.’ [...] keen on it. Spidex Vital still has to prove itself in such dry conditions. I want to see what happens. However, it is a new product and Koppert may provide [...] However, Sjaak recently made the switch to Spidex Vital . His initial experiences in using the new product are positive. ‘I’ve known Phytoseiulus my whole life

How to protect bumblebees from heat

pollination may stop due to damage to the hive. Bumblebees therefore need to keep cool in hot summer conditions to be able to function optimally and carry [...] crucial to ensure effective pollination to support crop production and maintain high yields for growers. To ensure a positive result, it is crucial to protect [...] their ability to transfer pollen effectively. These challenges can lead to reduced pollination rates and lower crop yields. Bumblebees try to maintain a

How to protect bumblebees in cold

morning temperature needs to rise quickly to reach the minimum 24-hour temperature of 15 ºC for optimal plant development. When your crop is healthy and [...] conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the best performance of bumblebees, it's crucial to maintain their hive [...] incubating the brood when it gets colder. Balancing pollination activity and climate To achieve the best pollination results, it's essential to allow the majority

Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

effective tool to control armoured scale. How to recognize damage of armoured scales Armoured scales can cause severe damage in your crop and can have a significant [...] continuous pursuit to help growers biologically control pests in their outdoor crops, we are excited to introduce the newest member to our family: Rhyzobug [...] insects Easy and safe to apply No resistance possible Easy to combine with other natural enemies like Aphytis melinus Makes it easier to comply with the pesticide

A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

eggs at the tops of plants; eggs turn brown to black within days. Lay eggs across the plant; eggs transition from yellow-green to brown. Fourth instar [...] economic impact Whiteflies can cause substantial economic losses through direct plant damage and indirect virus transmission: Plant sap feeding: Whiteflies [...] whiteflies, it struggles to establish in tomato crops due to its reproductive preference for the lower two-thirds of the plant, which is often disrupted

The Pest is Gone, but What Happened to the Good Guys?

Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

If I can see them this means that the spraying was successful.’ A high standard To prevent damage to the young plants, the company has decided to pursue [...] given the chance to develop, they start eating the young roots. This can considerably slow down plant growth. It adds another four weeks to the 25 weeks and [...] ‘Nothing can be allowed to go wrong during the propagation phase; our buyers operate a zero-tolerance policy. To make it possible for them to start with

Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

this is when nematodes are best introduced to the plants as the soil is wet and the solution penetrates better. ‘This product is very easy to apply. In [...] Koppert is a pioneer when it comes to the selection and breeding of beneficial nematodes for the biological control of many pests. Having introduced them [...] only a short development time to reach a new market. ‘The chemical solutions I used before were no longer available, so I asked my distributor and he r