• Lift Off for Koppert Innovation

  January 14, 2020

  Airborne technology Product Manager of Koppert’s Natutec Products, Tom Vroegop: “It has been an exciting journey from the seed of an idea to the testing grounds [...] now say that extensive trials of the Natutec multi-carrier release system have been a success.” The drone has a wingspan of 5 feet, can lift 33 pounds, and [...] specific know-how about the mechanics needed to disperse different carrier materials, in combination with its knowledge of predatory mites and other insects

• Spidex

  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 [...] Mini-Airbug , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spidex depends on climate, crop and spider mite density and should always be adjusted

• Grape downy mildew

  pressure. While all green tissues of the grapevine are susceptible, characteristic ‘oil spots’ on the upper surface of young, actively growing leaves, followed [...] light-green oil spots on the upper leaf surface, often angular and limited by leaf veins White to greyish downy growth on the underside of leaves under humid [...] early berry loss Management of Grape downy mildew Effective management of grape downy mildew (Plasmopara viticola) relies on a preventive and integrated

• A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

  sms and the use of sticky traps are all important tools in the IPM strategy for these crops. They integrate diverse control mechanisms to target various [...] adults. Mode of action : Infects whiteflies on contact by penetrating the insect’s epidermis, disrupting respiratory tubes, and causing mechanical and physiological [...] toward Integrated Pest Management (IPM), focusing on biological solutions. These pests favor a variety of crops such as tomatoes, roses, cucumbers, and even

• Koppert Registers New Biofungicide

  November 26, 2019

  process where the product dossier was evaluated on behalf of other member EU states. The registration of new PPPs (Plant Protection Products) is a rigorous [...] years to complete. For this reason, the number of PPP registered products on the market is still relatively limited. [...] Successful trials More than 100 field trials have been conducted using Noli against Botrytis spp. in a variety of fruits in several countries in Europe and in the

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• Broad mite

  caused by viruses. The typical pattern of damage consists of malformation and distortion of the above-ground growth of the plant. The mites show a preference [...] family of tarsonemids ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater diversity of feeding habits than any other mite family. There are species that feed on fungi, [...] concentrated on the underside near the leaf stalk, which tends to cause the leaf to turn brown and curl up. A typical indication of an attack of broad mite

• Spider mites and other mites

  The eggs are usually spherical and laid on the underside of leaves or on other parts of the plant. The number of eggs laid by a single female can vary, [...] necrosis. Life cycle of mites The life cycle of mites typically consists of four stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult. The duration of their life cycle can [...] can vary depending on factors such as temperature, humidity, and the availability of food. Here's an overview of the life cycle of plant mites: Egg: The

• Plant Disease Management

  disposing of diseased plant material is essential to prevent the spread of pathogens. This practice is particularly important in containing the spread of diseases [...] 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 [...] Effective prevention of plant diseases involves several key practices. Monitoring Regular monitoring of your plants is vital. Keep a close eye on their health

• Fusarium spp.

  sulphureum (Dry rot of potato): Potato ( Solanum tuberosum) Fusarium solani : Members of the Fusarium solani species complex (FSSC) are capable of causing disease [...] 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 [...] infection decreases the baking quality of wheat and brewing qualities of barley. Furthermore, mycotoxins are produced, of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the