• Rhyzobug FAQ

  30°C they are still developing. Be aware that the air temperature underneath leaves could be lower than air temperature. 2 Application What is the best a [...] evening. What is the best application time related to the pest level? As soon as the pest is detected. How do I apply the Rhyzobius lophanthae into the [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation • Start introduction as soon as the first armoured scales are detected in the crop • Introduction rates

• Help! How Does Thrips get Into My Crop?

  May 6, 2019

  soil. Thorough disinfection is therefore very important: you can do this as soon as the crop has been cleared out of the greenhouse or field. 2. They fly [...] Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis on a leaf Thrips definitely count as 'unwelcome guests,' but it's not always easy to find out how the pest got [...] or field crop, either under its own power (by flying) or drifting with the air. It can also hitch a ride on materials. Western flower thrips ( Frankliniella

• Botrytis: ten must-knows

  November 15, 2021

  on the contents of these dead cells. Botrytis loves soft plant parts, such as soft fruit, petals, and lush leaves. Crops with firm leaves are much less [...] this fungus. How? By ensuring good but not too lush growth, ensuring enough air movement in the crop, and disposing of affected parts in a plastic bag. Focusing

• High-tech Insect Production

  January 12, 2021

  meet the requirements for cooled air. ‘Cooled air is generated sustainably by heat pumps,’ he adds. ‘This cooled air is transferred to the rearing units [...] phase has recently been completed. A lot of preparation went into the project, as Peter Maes explains: "We had lots of sessions and discussions at Koppert. [...] "At macro, we’re growing by more than 10% per year thanks to catalysts such as consumer food safety, sustainability, cultivation intensity, and legislation

• Steinernema feltiae

  your local Koppert representative for specific advice Spray the solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions [...] bacteria that kill the host within a few days. They are often applied to the soil as a biological control method to target pest larvae, offering a natural and [...] 10-31°C/50-88°F but performs best at temperatures between 14-26°C/57-79°F Soil or air temperature below 5°C/41°F and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are

• Keep Them Cool!

  July 16, 2018

  allows for adequate fresh air and keeps humidity at the right level. A protective layer in the bottom of the Natupol box acts as insulation and reduces [...] the day and allow them to pollinate in the early morning and evening. As long as the flowers are open and receptive, pollination can take place during

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  contact your local representative for specific advice Spray the solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions [...] few days. This species is particularly effective against insect pests such as caterpillars , grubs, beetle larvae , and fly larvae . Steinernema carpocapsae [...] carpocapsae nematodes are often applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally friendly

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  start of February. ‘I have three crops a year,’ he tells us five weeks later. ‘As the old crop is always cleared away, I start from scratch each time and have [...] This is always a critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider mites can cause real problems in this type of crop, an even better [...] tackling spider mites and hot-spots, the beneficials search more effectively and as they lay their eggs earlier, the population develops more rapidly.’ A sense

• Integrated Pest Management

  What is IPM? Integrated Pest Management, often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs [...] early issue identification and prompt action. By employing insect traps, such as sticky traps and pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests [...] soil or substrate that allows gas exchange between the root zone and the air above. Least toxic chemicals When the non-chemical tools are not fully capable

• Adapting Quickly Guarantees ‘Tomato Success’

  April 30, 2019

  crop rotation circle has become increasingly important, as this is the only opportunity for you as a grower to thoroughly tackle diseases and pests, without [...] start. For many years, most growers sought to keep the transition period as short as possible, but nowadays growers invest more time and do a really thorough [...] an empty greenhouse before planting. The Rollertraps catch whiteflies as well as other insects. It's also wise to use parasitic wasps and predatory bugs