• Atheta

  When to use Atheta? Atheta is most effective when introduced preventatively, prior to the establishment of pest populations. How does Atheta work? Atheta [...] Atheta is a soil-dwelling species of rove beetle with an aggresive appetite that is attracted to the decomposing of biological matter where their prey is [...] cycle of Atheta takes about 21 days (at about 25°C/77°F). The sex ratio will typically be equal, 1:1 females to males. Eggs hatch in 3-4 days to begin

• New edition Insect Pest Management

  November 4, 2020

  it was high time to bring this popular reference book up to date,' says co-author Richard Binks. 'A new generation of students is keen to learn about more [...] and the loss of many insecticides has created gaps for alternative sustainable solutions for many growers these days. Time to bring them up to speed on all [...] and forecasting of pest outbreaks, yield loss and impact assessments and all of the latest methods involved in the control and management of insects. It includes

• Shore fly

  scale that growth, particularly of young cuttings, can be retarded. Life cycle and appearance of Shore fly The life cycle of the shore fly ( Scatella tenuicosta [...] commonly, often in the vicinity of water. They feed on algae. Other shore fly species have diverse feeding habits but the larvae of most species feed on rotting [...] The larvae are found in the top layer of damp soil, where they also pupate. The adult shore fly is black, about 4 to 5 mm long, and stout with short antennae

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  t advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016, we introduced this [...] designed to withstand both low and high levels of humidity, making them ideal for use in environments where traditional paper sachets are prone to dry out [...] would halt. How do predatory mite sachets work? The Ulti-Mite predatory mite sachet is specifically designed to support continuous reproduction of predatory

• Bumblebee pollination

  benefit growers economically but also contribute to the preservation of biodiversity and the overall health of ecosystems Why are bumblebees good pollinators [...] as they visit a high number of flowers per minute and transfer more pollen to the stigma than other pollinators. Benefits of bumblebees are: Bumblebees [...] greenhouses, tunnels or netted orchards compared to honeybees. Bumblebees tend to visit all crops close to the hive, which can be a benefit when less attractive

• Leaf miners

  quantity of foliage can be lost before the harvest is affected. The size of a leaf tunnel depends on the stage of development of the leaf, the species of host [...] belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae tunnel into the leaves of plants [...] There are many species of leaf miner affecting various crops in temperate parts of the world. Under natural conditions, the larvae of these species are p

• Designed with growers in mind

  February 22, 2023

  Integrated crop management: the key to sustainable business operations IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach The How and Why of IPM Introducing our new product [...] added to the design. This icon shows how to safely recycle our packaging, supporting sustainable waste flows. Inspired by Nature Our mission is to work [...] contribute to the health of people and the planet. The new branding was developed to reflect our mission and values. The Koppert' K' is designed to aim forward:

• Adapting Quickly Guarantees ‘Tomato Success’

  April 30, 2019

  Other articles of interest Trianum's Seven Benefits Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything Get the growers’ guide to biological crop [...] only opportunity for you as a grower to thoroughly tackle diseases and pests, without having to fear collapse of the biological system. This is why the [...] starts at the end of the current cultivation cycle. During the last six weeks before the harvest it is time to start an offensive to ensure that all the

• Beetles

  are beetles? Beetles belong to the order Coleoptera, a well-known group of insects that are easily recognizable on account of their hard wing covers (elytra) [...] species, 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 [...] fly at all. Beetle damage Both larvae and adults of beetles can cause damage to crops. The larvae of some species feed on growing tips and roots or chew

• Control Bean Seed Fly with Beneficial Nematodes

  strive to find innovative and sustainable solutions to protect their crops while adhering to organic principles. Capirel: Biological control of Bean seed [...] solution for biological pest control of bean seed flies , leaving natural enemies unharmed. Wilco Remijn, co-owner of an organic arable farm, recognizes [...] pest control, turned to Koppert's beneficial nematodes, a solution approved for organic farming. Witnessing the positive impact of biological control, Remijn