• Harness the added value of nature's helpers

  November 29, 2022

  harmful or harmless to natural enemies. Make a plan with a Koppert consultant to determine the best times to use which products. Soil is home to many natural [...] integrated pest management for over 55 years, mainly for protected crops. Natural enemies are used on a large scale to combat pests and mites. Chemical plant [...] Management What is Biological Control? IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach The How and Why of IPM Integrated crop management: the key to sustainable business

• Prevention: the most powerful weapon in the fight against Fusarium

  December 13, 2022

  Fusarium , is found worldwide and can infect many plants. In addition to causing wilting, Fusarium wilt is also responsible for causing rot in fruit and in the [...] strain T-22, which is sold as Trianum , can help keep Fusarium at bay. This fungus competes with Fusarium in the soil for nutrients and can even destroy this [...] crop. The best tip we can give growers is that prevention is better than cure. Fusarium wilt is an incredibly difficult disease to treat. The fungus that

• Beneficial nematodes

  oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus Optimal Results with Entonem and Capsanem How do nematodes work [...] weevils , and other insect larvae. They are commonly used in greenhouse and nursery pest management and are becoming more and more popular in orchards and outdoor [...] species is known for its effectiveness against pests such as wireworms, various caterpillars , and weevil and beetle larvae. Its ability to adapt to different

• Horiver Wetstick

  insects and/or debris Dosage For monitoring use one Horiver Wetstick per 200 m 2 For trapping in hotspots use one Horiver Wetstick per 2 to 20 m 2 For trapping [...] absoluta use at least one Horiver Wetstick trap per 100 m 2 Combined use Yellow Horiver Wetstick can be used in combination with Natutec Scout for easy i [...] attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polysterene cards coated with wet sticky glue. Available colours and sizes

• Amblyseius andersoni

  Amblyseius andersoni is a species of predatory mite and is used for biological pest control in horticulture and agriculture. These predatory mites are [...] between 20 and 28°C (68 and 82°F). Amblyseius andersoni is sensitive to relative humidity below 65%. In tomato, use of Amblyseius andersoni is not recommended [...] as whitefly , tarsonemid mites and rust mites. They can also feed on pollen which is useful because the predatory mites can establish in flowering crops

• Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite

  October 12, 2020

  big advantage of the predatory mites in Spical , is that you can use them at an early stage. If they can’t find enough spider mites , they’ll just eat something [...] mites can also quickly become resistant to chemicals, so Spical really is the ideal solution. Citrus mite The citrus mite ( Panonychus citri ) is not only [...] research and innovations How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient

• Trianum-G

  ium, and Thielaviopsis. Crops Trianum-G can be used in most crops. Availability Trianum-G is registered for sale in the following U.S. states and territories: [...] - Label Application Trianum-G can be used in furrow, nursery and greenhouse planting mix, nursery bed applications, and new turf seedlings. IN-FURROW SOIL [...] the label to find the recommended dosage for each crop and situation Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  The fungus is found all over the world and can infect a wide variety of plants. If conditions are unfavorable, the damage can get out of hand. To avoid this [...] are beneficial for growers, as it reduces the levels of disease, improves growth, and results in a stronger and more resilient crop. And which grower wouldn't [...] Topped by mildew and Botrytis Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation! Botrytis: ten must-knows Botrytis is an above-ground fungus, and there are many

• Ten facts about spider mites

  November 19, 2021

  mite is fast becoming resistant to pesticides and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is the most effective approach. Natural enemies that can be used against [...] Mite Biocontrol for Spider Mites Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital The How and Why of IPM Knowledge is critical to ensuring good biological [...] – if you can see crawling dots and webs then it’s time to take action. Spider mite damage is easily identified by yellow leaves covered with webs. These

• Ten facts about Fusarium

  December 9, 2021

  infected with Fusarium , it is very difficult to treat. It is therefore essential to try everything possible to prevent infection in the first place. Use resistant [...] that is characteristic of this infection. This fungus is incredibly hardy and can survive in the soil, on crop remnants, on machines and tools, and in parts [...] seeds can already be infected with this harmful fungus. Fusarium can produce toxic substances, called mycotoxins. This is especially harmful for food crops