Biological Pest Control

a sustainable and effective long-term strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers and retail increasingly favour organic and environmentally [...] ecosystems and protect crops without resorting to harmful chemicals. In biological pest control, beneficial organisms like parasitic wasps and predatory [...] classical, and augmentative. Conservation biological control Conservation biological control focuses on enhancing the presence of natural enemies and beneficial

Amblydromalus limonicus

species of thrips (first and second larval stages) and eggs and larvae of greenhouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes vaporariorum ) and tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia [...] appears. Amblydromalus limonicus can feed on eggs, crawlers and larvae of whiteflies and first and second instar larvae of thrips. Young whitefly eggs (less [...] eggs per day on older eggs and 3.3-3.4 eggs per day on crawlers and nymphs. It consumes about 7 first instar larvae of thrips and lays 3 eggs per day at 25°C

Chrysoperla carnea

outer cocoon is 8 mm long and 4 mm thick. The inner more closely spun cocoon is off-white and egg-shaped, about 3 mm long and 2.5 mm thick. The space between [...] contribution to biological control. They feed exclusively on pollen, nectar and honeydew and most will fly out of the greenhouse. Life cycle of Chrysoperla carnea [...] oval-shaped, and usually laid individually or in small clusters on plant foliage or near prey habitats. They are pale green or white in color and are attached

Social responsibility

mission. We prioritize developing and fulfilling our employees' talents and ambitions, enhancing their employability and well-being. Our communities By [...] enhance the health of the end users, and communities worldwide. We are contributing to safe and nutritious food production and food safety while we play a vital [...] Koppert aims to maximize impact both externally and internally, collaborating with stakeholders and fostering a culture of innovation within the organization

Operation Mealybug

the crop in various ways: Nymphs and females extract the sap from the plant, stunting growth and causing deformation and/or yellowing of leaves, sometimes [...] reduces photosynthesis and therefore the yield. Where flowers and fruit are concerned, these often drop off; Plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. [...] Fruit and flowers are also fouled, rendering them unfit for sale, and the reduced level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit

Sustainability

world. Our approach involves providing products and knowledge that support the transition of farmers and growers toward sustainable agricultural practices [...] offer sustainable alternatives to harmful chemicals and help reduce pollution. Fewer residues and reduced chemical usage yield significant benefits for [...] sustainability, ensuring that our contributions, progress, and impact are quantifiable, demonstrable, and transparent. Our commitment isn’t limited to our company

Amblyseius swirskii

excellent biocontrol agent of thrips and whiteflies. Amblyseius swirskii can also survive on pollen and other prey and can establish in the crop before the [...] Amblyseius swirskii mites actively seek out and prey on young larvae of various thrips species and whitefly eggs and larvae. By consuming multiple life stages [...] thrips and whitefly. Feeding behaviour of Amblyseius swirskii Predatory mites pierce their prey and suck out the contents. In addition to thrips and whiteflies

Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems and offer a sustainable and environmentally [...] on larvae of sciarid flies, thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction [...] as the Phytoseiidae and thus passes through the following stages: egg, six-legged larva, eight-legged protonymph and deutonymph, and adult. Stratiolaelaps

Predatory mites

predatory mites do I need? The dosage and frequency of predatory mites depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the situation [...] arthropods used in pest control to manage and reduce populations of harmful pests in various agricultural and horticultural settings. These tiny arthropods [...] arthropods are natural enemies of many plant-feeding mites and insects like spider mites , whitefly and thrips . Predatory mites are an essential component of

How to protect bumblebees in cold

pollination and colony quality is also time-sensitive. The longer unfavorable conditions persist, the greater the impact on the bumblebees and their performance [...] the importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the best performance of bumblebees [...] incubating the brood when it gets colder. Balancing pollination activity and climate To achieve the best pollination results, it's essential to allow the