• Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop

  April 3, 2020

  pests, aphids could be controlled effectively by means of selective chemical pesticides, with few adverse effects on biological controls. However, due [...] virus vectors, they have quickly become one of the most threatening greenhouse pests. For a long time, in crops where natural enemies had been released [...] pesticides, biological control is becoming the preferred method of controlling these pests. Overview of Aphid Plant Damage Aphids excrete honeydew, which attracts

• Fusarium wilt

  General Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species [...] appearance of Fusarium wilt Fusarium oxysporum has many different formae speciales which are each selectively pathogenic on a limited number of crops. Even [...] turn yellow and wilt, mostly on one side of the plant. Finally, the whole plant wilts. Other symptoms are brown discolouration of the xylem vessels which can

• Spot the caterpillar!

  June 28, 2023

  squirm and quickly lower themselves down to the ground on a thread of their own silk. The caterpillars of Tuta absoluta ( tomato leaf miner ) like to hide away [...] that’s why it’s called a leaf ‘miner’! Caterpillars of different butterfly species have three pairs of real legs and up to five pairs of false legs (prolegs) [...] appearance and behavior, but they vary in size. The smallest moth has a wingspan of only one and a half to two millimeters, while the largest butterfly can be as

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  transfer pollen effectively. These challenges can lead to reduced pollination rates and lower crop yields. Bumblebees try to maintain a temperature of 28°C inside [...] practice for pollination in hot temperatures The effects of the environmental temperature and sun radiation on the internal hive temperature can be great. We [...] place it in a cool spot. There are various methods available for growers to do so: Right placement Placing the hive near the ground on the shade of the crop

• Triario® WG

  WA, WI Mode of action The mode of action of Triario® WG is based on the following mechanisms: Mycroparasitism: Triario® WG is capable of parasitizing [...] for each crop and situation. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] Triario® WG as early as possible to the crop for optimal effect. The application of Triario® WG depends on the crop and use. Check the label to find the Directions

• Citrus mealybug

  cocoon, it goes in search of a female. A fertilized female lays several hundreds of eggs in an elongated cottony egg sac composed of white waxy threads. Once [...] species of mealybug feed on the aerial parts of the plant, some species extract their nourishment from roots, whilst others are gall-formers. A few species [...] an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Charac

• Predatory insects

  predators, capable of consuming a significant number of aphids in a short period. Aphidalia, featuring the ladybug species Adalia bipunctata , is a good solution [...] , they actively hunt and feed on various harmful pests, helping to maintain a balanced ecosystem. Predatory bugs play a vital role in controlling whitefly [...] Mirical-N), a species of predatory bug, is particularly skilled in controlling whitefly and caterpillars but also contributes to the control of spider mites

• Coleobug

  beetle that feeds on a wide range of prey such as aphids . It also consumes pollen and nectar, allowing it to survive in the absence of prey and remain in [...] species. Crops Coleobug can be used on a wide variety of crops thanks to its adaptability and generalist diet. Mode of action Both larvae and adults actively [...] reappear. It has a high reproduction rate and a relatively short life cycle, allowing populations to establish quickly. Pests Effective against different

• No Risks for Employees or for the Environment

  October 22, 2019

  the larvae of this pest. ‘Sciarid fly has always been a stubborn pest for us,’ explains Federico Martínez Martínez. ‘Many of our products have a long production [...] same time, the quality of the product and the reliability of supply are also important in our approach. We also put a great deal of energy into after-sales [...] The Mexican producer of propagation materials for the ornamentals sector has reduced its use of chemicals by 80%. Having developed a keen interest in biological

• Spidex Vital

  twice at weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction [...] except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 2,000; 10,000;