• Limonica

  the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Carefully sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours [...] until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] Pests Larvae of various species of thrips (first and second larval stages); eggs and larvae of greenhouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes vaporariorum ) and tobacco

• Bugs

  more about What are bugs? Heteropteran bugs form a group in the order Hemiptera , a highly diverse group of insects, containing both harmful and beneficial [...] obvious damage is the deformation of growing points. They also cause tissue damage and deformed growth as a result of toxic substances that they inject [...] Biological control of bugs Bugs can cause extensive damage to greenhouse and field crops by feeding on plant tissues and fruits, leading to deformation

• Beetles

  Coleoptera is the largest of all insect orders and displays an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in crops or [...] Beetles belong to the order Coleoptera, a well-known group of insects that are easily recognizable on account of their hard wing covers (elytra). With more [...] species also feed on leaves. Adult beetles cause damage by feeding on fruits, flower buds and leaves depending on the species. Life cycle of beetles Beetle

• Spidex Vital Plus

  the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites [...] top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites Dosage The dosage of Spidex Vital Plus depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted

• Plant Disease Management

  control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing beneficial organisms. This method relies on the use [...] diseases Effective prevention of plant diseases involves several key practices. Monitoring Regular monitoring of your plants is vital. Keep a close eye [...] and reduces the buildup of pathogens in the soil. Disease-resistant varieties Another vital aspect of prevention is the use of disease-resistant plant

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  September 15, 2025

  Why Limonica? Limonica ( Amblydromalus limonicus ) is a predatory mite that feeds on a wide range of pests, including thrips (both first and second instar [...] supplemental feeding. A. limonicus egg laying and predation capacity on S. dorsalis larvae A. limonicus egg laying and predation capacity on S. dorsalis larvae [...] larvae Key advantages of Limonica Effective at a broad temperature range, allowing winter and summer introduction. High reproductive capacity and fast population

• Leaf miners

  is affected. The size of a leaf tunnel depends on the stage of development of the leaf, the species of host plant and the species of leaf miner. The older [...] Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae tunnel into the leaves of plants, creating ‘mines’. There are many species of leaf miner affecting [...] tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants of fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable quantity of foliage can be lost

• Thripex-Mini

  feed on their prey. Application For Hanging Baskets – insert sachets into the center of the container at time of hanging. Installing in the middle of the [...] substrate, will have a positive effect on the longevity of product Hold sachets by the stick. The predatory mites are easily damaged Please note Thripex [...] positions on the crop (no direct sunlight). Measures improving the moisture balance in the sachets, such as placing the bottom of the sachet on moist substrate

• Control Bean Seed Fly with Beneficial Nematodes

  Delia platura ), a common pest affecting a wide range of crops, can cause significant damage. However, beneficial nematodes offer an effective and environmentally [...] soil, feeding on seeds and roots of young plants, causing patchy emergence and crop loss. The rapid damage requires proactive and effective intervention [...] Biological control of Bean seed fly Wilco Remijn, recognizing the need for effective pest control, turned to Koppert's beneficial nematodes, a solution approved

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  and visibility of hives To facilitate effective communication between bumblebees and humans, it is crucial to position the hive in a visible location [...] process and achieve exceptional yields, harnessing the power of commercial bumblebees can be a game-changer. Bumblebees are efficient and reliable pollinators [...] , and expert tips on how to successfully integrate commercial bumblebees into your tomato cultivation. Let's delve into the world of bumblebee-assisted