• Spider mites and other mites

  about What are mites? Plant mites are a diverse group of small arthropods that feed on plant sap. They are found in a wide variety of habitats, from forests [...] feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which is why they are often problematic in greenhouses and during hot, dry weather [...] have eight legs. For these plant mites a magnifying glass is needed to detect them. Plant mites are often found in colonies on the undersides of leaves,

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  result in higher productivity and better-quality crops. The damage caused by chemical plant protection is often underestimated. However, the fact is that [...] halts the plant's development. In other words, you benefit the plant whenever you can avoid using a chemical control method. A plant that can grow well remains [...] present on a product. These days, however, supermarkets and other buyers often go a step further than the legal requirements. They might set a requirement

• Ervipar

  converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around [...] material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage [...] repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice

• Fall Armyworm

  General The fall armyworm is a polyphagous pest that is indigenous throughout the Americas. Recently, it has been found in Africa too. The caterpillars [...] disperse in a radius of about 500 km (300 miles) before oviposition, which is sufficient for them to move from seasonally dry habitats to wet habitats in Central [...] (similar to hailstorm damage in appearance). Life cycle of the Fall Armyworm Adult moths are 20 to 25 mm long and have a wingspan of 32-38 mm. They are

• Visit Koppert' Ornamental Experts at MANTS 2025, Booth #2149

  December 15, 2024

  Esteban Rios will be in Booth #2149 in C Hall for the show, so they will be available to answer your questions. As a team they’re experts in biocontrols for [...] efficiency of a biocontrol operation, from an initial crop overview to gauging what is working, and addressing any problems that remain. MANTS is the premier [...] Koppert' Ornamental Experts at MANTS 2025, Booth #2149 January 8–10, 2025 in Baltimore, MD Be sure to stop by the Koppert booth at the Mid-Atlantic Nursery

• Biocontrol for Spider Mites

  April 24, 2020

  has resulted in the spider mite developing resistance to a wide range of pesticides. Overview of Mite Plant Damage Larvae, nymphs and adults of two-spotted [...] as the chlorophyll is removed, the leaf, and eventually the whole plant, may die. Nymphs and adults of spider mites produce webbing in which the mites swarm [...] webs. The webbing affects the leaves appearance of the crop, which is a high concern in ornamental crops. Natural Enemies Koppert Biological Systems pioneered

• Citripar

  vine mealybug ( Planococcus ficus ). This product is only available in California Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps parasitize the mealybugs [...] 50 ml cardboard tube. Carrier Wood chips. Application Use a pen or sharp tool to make a hole in the sticker on the lid. Hang the tube on the crop using the [...] larval and adult stage of female citrus mealybugs ( Planococcus citri ) and vine mealybugs ( Planococcus ficus ). Visual effect Pupae develop in the mummified

• Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armored scales

  August 20, 2024

  Koppert is introducing a species of ladybird – Rhyzobius lophanthae – that will help growers control various types of armored scales in their crops. The [...] species is proving to be effective in several crops including orchids, palms, citrus, ornamentals , and avocado. Armored scales suck cell sap in fruit trees [...] eventually result in defoliation and the dying back of twigs or larger branches. To prevent this, Rhyzobug can be applied both in greenhouses and in outdoor crops

• Encarsia formosa

  y 0.6 mm long, with a head that is dark brown to black in colour, a dark brown to black thorax, and a yellow abdomen. The male is entirely black. [...] transparent to brown in colour. The pupa of E. formosa is unique among the species of Encarsia , in that it is formed immediately beneath and in contact with the [...] Encarsia formosa is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae , widely recognized for its role in biological control, particularly in the management

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  of the predatory mites covered a greater distance over a longer period as adults were followed up by growing nymphs in an ever-growing population. Born [...] including eggs, juveniles, growing nymphs, and adults, for prolonged and continuous activity in the crop. Trials showed a greater cumulative presence of predatory [...] eventual product, Spidex, became the foundation of what is now a leading international force in biocontrol. The advanced Spidex Vital biological solution