• Two-spotted spider mite

  world. Despite their small size, they are capable of very rapidly doing severe damage, due to their great reproductive capacity. There are more than 1200 [...] contents. This can result in yellowing, speckling, or browning of the leaves. Severe infestations can cause the leaves to dry up and fall off the plant. How [...] How to prevent spider mite Preventing spider mites in your crop involves several strategies. Firstly, it is important to maintain good plant health through

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  control of soil pests such as thrips pupae, and larvae of sciarid flies and several beetles . Research and field experience however show that beneficial nematodes [...] Download brochure Nematode products to control caterpillars R&D departments at several Koppert locations have been researching foliar applications of our nematodes [...] climatic conditions, nematodes survive on the leaf surface for many hours to several days. Correct application for best results To ensure the best results, spray

• Tomato looper

  Europe, the golden twin-spot moth ( Chrysodeixis chalcites ) spreads to several northerly countries and is now one of the most frequently found pest species [...] green body with a clear yellow longitudinal stripe on either side, and several less conspicuous longitudinal stripes dorsally. The body is sparsely covered

• Steinernema feltiae

  direct sunlight The moisture content of the soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right [...] application, spray nematodes when relative humidity will exceed 75% for several hours after the treatment Adding an adjuvant and/or an anti-desiccant/humectant [...] in the evening (or morning in some cases) allowing nematodes to work for several hours within the optimal range of temperature and humidity, as described

• Beneficial nematodes

  Benefits of nematodes Using beneficial nematodes for pest control offers several key benefits: Fast-acting biological solution Resistance proof - pests cannot [...] applications and explores their future potential. Beneficial nematodes species Several species of beneficial nematodes are commonly used in biological pest control [...] weevils . They are used in turfgrass management and for controlling pests in several vegetable crops, blueberries, and other soft fruit crops. How to apply nematodes

• Whitefly

  . Whitefly damage The damage caused by whiteflies can be recognized by several visible signs. Here are some of the common signs of whitefly damage: Yellowing [...] plant's ability to photosynthesize and grow. Wilting or death of plant: In severe cases, whitefly infestations can cause plants to wilt and die. This can [...] are known as, ‘crawlers’. After hatching they are actively engaged for several hours in seeking a suitable place on the leaf where they can feed. Once

• Melon

  About A melon can be any one of several plants belonging to the family of Cucurbitaceae . The melon plant produces a usually sweet and edible, fleshy fruit

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  direct sunlight The moisture content of the soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right [...] application, spray the nematodes when relative humidity will exceed 75% for several hours after the treatment Adding an adjuvant and/or an anti-desiccant/humectant [...] in the evening (or morning in some cases) allowing nematodes to work for several hours within the optimal range of temperature and humidity, as described

• Predatory mites

  further specialized in producing a big range of natural enemies and have several patents to our name. Our stability in breeding, quality, reliability, and [...] spider mites at every stage of their life cycle. Predatory mites for thrips Several predatory mite species are commonly used for the control of thrips. Neoseiulus [...] to use predatory mites? Using predatory mites for pest control involves several key steps: Identification of pest: First, identify the specific pest species

• Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet

  to multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks, extending the efficacy. Spidex Vital Plus has been specifically developed [...] faster growth, and proof of predation. Once the predatory mite has consumed several spider mites, the colour will gradually change to the characteristic red-orange