• Rhyzobug Brochure

  0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 R. lophanthae Weeks after predator release Infested leaves / hotspot 150 The effect of Rhyzobius lophanthae on Aulacaspis [...] tubercularis in mango in Spain 100 Weekly intorduction rate depending on infestation, avg T: 28,9°C 50 Control 0 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 Weeks [...] introduction rates are 500-3000/ ha in several applications depending on infestation rate • Avoid pesticide treatments in the hours after the release of Rhyzobug

• Spider mites and other mites

  induce the formation of leaf gall. Infested fruits can show yellow or brown spots or can be distorted. Heavy infestation can affect the overall health and [...] spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells and causing leaf dis [...] including biological control methods, are commonly employed to manage mite infestations and protect plant health . Recognize mites Plant mites can be recognized

• The Spread of Whitefly

  August 14, 2020

  in temperatures between 20 and 30°C. Flying adult insects spread the infestation, but attacks from outside the greenhouse are also a threat. Whitefly has [...] greenhouse. In countries like Spain, where polytunnels are still widely used, infestations often just ‘blow’ in. This occurs in countries with high tech greenhouses [...] open during warmer weather. Another source of contamination is already infested plant material brought in from elsewhere. Although the greenhouse whitefly

• Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet

  specifically developed to build up defense lines to control spider mite infestation in your crop. Hotspots of spider mites are enclosed by a ‘dam’ of predatory [...] defense lines to both control the mites in the hotspots and prevent further infestation of the crop’. Reasons to use Spidex Vital Plus More reliable spider mite

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  time. Sticky traps are a useful tool in monitoring the development of infestations. Regular scouting in the crop is also essential as it allows you to trace [...] good reason: they are a proven means of monitoring the development of infestations. They are an essential element in Integrated Pest Management . The d [...] mind that by the time the first thrips appear on the sticky traps, the infestation will have been developing for quite some time already. At high temperatures

• Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

  of spider mites produce webbing in which the mites swarm. With heavy infestations, plants may become completely covered with webs. The webbing affects [...] t of natural enemies used for biological pest control of spider mite infestations, enabling growers to safely control spider mites without the use of chemical

• Broad mite

  appearance of dark brown edges at the base of young leaves. In case of a mild infestation, one can often see brown, frequently collapsed spots, or brown stripes [...] stripes forming a fine network on the leaves. In case of a more serious infestation, this network becomes so dense that there is no more green tissue visible

• Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop

  April 3, 2020

  capacity, aphid infestations develop rapidly. Koppert has developed multiple products to control aphids at all levels of infestation. Aphipar , Aphidius [...] preventative measures, as well as, controls in heavily infested areas. For extra support in heavily infested areas, Koppert produces several products for added

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  development prolong and dramatically increase their effect on spider mite infestations. For growers in the USA, the Netherlands, Mexico and Canada Spidex Vital [...] nutrition ensure an energetic population of Phytoseiulus persimilis that gives infested plants the best start for fighting hotspots. Spidex Vital includes several [...] crop. Trials showed a greater cumulative presence of predatory mites on infested leaves and proof of predation by Spidex Vital mites. Thanks to Koppert’s

• Prevent internal spider mite contamination

  December 13, 2022

  can prevent the infestation from spreading to the rest of your organization. It’s only likely to be a real challenge when the infestation is really bad.