• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in soft fruits

  nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are [...] nematodes in Soft Fruits Soft Fruits & Grapevine Crop Blueberries, Strawberries, Raspberries, Grapevine Cranberry When to apply Where to apply Targeted [...] Beneficial nematodes A biological & effective solution to help control hazardous pests in agricultural crops While plant parasitic nematodes are common

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in stone fruits & nuts

  nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are [...] radius around the tree trunk - 1 or 2 treatments in springtime and in autumn Larvae 1 - 3 million in 10L min. per tree Plum moth Cydia funebrana A [...] Beneficial nematodes A biological & effective solution to help control hazardous pests in agricultural crops While plant parasitic nematodes are common

• Protect Crops Against Redheaded Flea Beetle

  January 16, 2025

  game. Even though most applications happen in May or June, February is the right time to start planning to ward off redheaded flea beetle down the road [...] deep down to where the larvae are located. Schedule some time in February to consult with your Koppert Technical Advisor for expert advice on deploying your [...] service Koppert offers free of charge to regular customers, so please don’t hesitate to ask! Download the PDF Click Here to find your nearest Koppert Technical

• Garden chafer

  stay close to the ground. Females start to deposit eggs into the soil at a depth up to 5 cm soon after mating. The eggs elongate at laying but in time become [...] dark edge. The neck shield is metallic green to shiny black. In Central Europe, they emerge from the soil in May or June. Low swarming flights just above [...] horticola ) is a beetle from the Scarabaeidae family. It does most of its damage in the larval stage when it feeds on roots of grasses and clover. The adults

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  need to shift strategy in any way. We have greater insight into what is happening in the crop and how natural enemies are developing, allowing us to implement [...] more promptly. In addition to scouting with the Horiver scanner, we can also enter manual pest counts, so I have two methods available to me.’ Locations [...] editor in the Natutec Scout app to program in the actual layout of his greenhouse. The software then provides a visual indication on the map itself to show

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in potato & outdoor vegetables

  nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are [...] Others Beneficial nematodes in Potatoes & Outdoor vegetables When to apply Where to apply Targeted pest instar(s) Dose Crioceris asparagi Early summer: [...] every 7 to 10 days, to cover the risk period. Soil Larvae 3 billion/ha Pea moth Cydia nigiricana Apply once caterpillars detected. Repeat 2 to 3 times

• Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly

  April 9, 2019

  you can ensure there are enough predatory mites in the crop to tackle a pest as soon as it appears in the crop! Long Lasting Protection From Thrips and [...] pinhead. They are mixed in with the carrier material, bran. This bran protects the predatory mites and at the same time makes it easier to scatter them through [...] through the crop. Scattering is the best method of dispersal in the case of a rapidly spreading infestation. If the infestation builds up more slowly, slow-release

• Fusarium spp.

  also produce ascospores. In general, the life cycle of different Fusarium species is similar. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil, and on crop [...] effectively with hot water) Use clean substrate in greenhouse crops Disinfect tools, machinery and irrigation water in greenhouses Prevent plant stress Ensure [...] the Fusarium solani species complex (FSSC) are capable of causing disease in many agriculturally important crops Damage symptoms of Fusarium spp. Fusarium

• Two-spotted spider mite

  Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control Plant Pests [...] spots, giving rise to the common name, “two-spotted spider mite”. The spots can vary in both form and size. The red eyes can be seen in all stages. Recognize [...] infestations can cause the leaves to dry up and fall off the plant. How to prevent spider mite Preventing spider mites in your crop involves several strategies

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  April 25, 2018

  the bee. In most situations, “buzz-pollination” will allow a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower [...] low light levels. Bumblebees will fly in winds of up to 40mph (64km/hr). Bumblebees pollinate flowers through a method called “buzz- pollination ”, a rapid [...] honeybees, and are less likely to leave your crop for more attractive flowers. Unlike honeybees, bumblebees are attracted to flowers with narrow corolla tubes