Downy mildew of Cucurbits

appearance of Downy mildew Pathogens causing downy mildew are not fungi but Oomycetes and related to Pythium and Phytophthora. They survive as oospores. From [...] the optimum temperature is around 15 o C and the closer the temperature is to this, the shorter the leaf wetness period that is required. Inside the plant [...] can take up nutrients from the living plant cells. The pathogens continue to grow inside the leaves and after a while new spore-bearing structures are

Fusarium wilt

and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to come. Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Damage symptoms How to prevent Fusarium [...] Some also produce ascospores. The Fusarium oxysporum life cycle, is similar to that of most Fusarium species. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the [...] Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop resilience. How to control Fusarium wilt Recommended for you

Cyclamen mite

brown, about 0.25 mm long, with the hind legs reduced to slender threadlike structures that are not used for walking. The males are smaller than the females [...] common pest found in cyclamen, gerbera and other ornamentals. Mites belonging to the family of tarsonemids ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater diversity of [...] predators and parasites. Those living on plants can cause considerable damage to their host. Tarsonemids like the cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) can

Control Bean Seed Fly with Beneficial Nematodes

management. Growers like Wilco strive to find innovative and sustainable solutions to protect their crops while adhering to organic principles. Capirel: Biological [...] allowing the nematodes to feed, grow, and reproduce within the host. This process ultimately kills the pest within a few hours to days after infection. [...] the results achieved using Capirel nematodes and recommends this product to all growers facing challenges with the bean seed fly. He emphasizes its cos

Sugar cane

Saccharum spp. Sugar cane About Native to the tropical regions of South Asia and Melanesia, sugar cane belongs to the tall perennial true grass genus, Saccharum [...] six metres. The sucrose is extracted in mill factories to be processed into sugar or fermented to produce ethanol. The world’s sugar consumption is derived [...] plentiful rainfall for a period of more than six months per annum. It does not tolerate severe frosts. Recommended for you

Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

causing extensive damage that can lead to reduced yields and even plant death. Effective management is crucial to maintaining plant health and productivity [...] strategies. To further support pest management strategies, Koppert produces two additional natural enemies for the control of spider mites. In addition to Phytoseiulus [...] californicus Phytoseiulus persimilis Expand all items Get in touch with an expert Beneficial insects are susceptible to chemical treatments and varying environmental

Dibox

a Koppert dealer When to use Dibox Use a Dibox for the application of biological products when it is necessary to apply close to a hotspot. This mainly [...] that are not available in sachets. How to use Dibox Application Fold out the Diboxes Pour the material into the Diboxes Hang the Diboxes close to or at a

Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control Born to fight Spidex Vital predatory mites are born to fight your spider mites . It gives you the best control [...] Spidex Vital has continuous access to nutrition during logistics, the females of Spidex Vital already have enough energy to develop their eggs. As a result [...] can start laying eggs after release and don’t needs to get energy from spider mite from the field to develop the eggs. This will increase the population

Blackberry

is an edible fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae , but also from hybrids [...] hybrids between the Rubus and Idaeobatus subgenera. The blackberry is actually not a berry botanically speaking. It is a so-called aggregate fruit that consists

Blueberry

plant less vulnerable to infection. Bumblebees are highly efficient pollinators of blueberry crops. They contribute significantly to the successful production [...] also contribute to the control of aphids. These ladybirds and their larvae are voracious predators of aphids, feeding on them and helping to reduce their [...] prey on thrips, helping to reduce their numbers. Additionally, predatory bugs , such as Orius insidiosus ( Thripor-I ), contribute to thrips management by