• Sustainable Cultivation Goes Much Further than Pests and Natural Enemies

  April 23, 2018

  industry which relies on mineral oil. ‘And we all know that mineral oil is a finite natural resource and that there are already restraints on its use due partly [...] his view on the future at the headquarters of Koppert Biological Systems in Berkel en Rodenrijs, the Netherlands. The interactions between plant and environment [...] natural and much less dependent on chemical crop protection products and artificial fertilizers.’ Technology is becoming cheaper On the other hand, research into

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  impact on crops Tetranychus urticae ( Two-spotted spider mite ) is the most common species in greenhouse and open-field crops. These pests pierce plant cells [...] spider mites with predatory mites Certain predatory mites specialize in feeding on spider mites across multiple life stages, including eggs, larvae, and adults [...] chemical use. Key benefits of using predatory mites Targeted action: feeding on all life stages of spider mites. No side effects: a natural solution without

• Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

  August 31, 2022

  avoid residues on plant material. Since 2015, it has worked with Koppert to reduce conventional chemical applications, relying mainly on products that won't [...] sprenching applications. It is easy to apply, and there's no residue left on the plants.' Koppert as a strategic partner Besides the consistent quality, other [...] Approach The How and Why of IPM Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything Green Valley Greenhouse highlights numerous benefits from using

• The top ten pests in roses

  August 18, 2022

  Mealybugs suck the sap out of plants and weaken them. The sugars in the sap are secreted out again by the bugs and form honeydew on which fungi start to grow [...] types of thrips exist, but they all employ the same strategy: to puncture plant cells and suck them dry. Furthermore, they can transmit viruses. The Western [...] whitefly punctures cells and sucks them dry. It also injects enzymes into the plant that can cause side effects, such as yellow discoloration. In addition, the

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes are often applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally [...] through a process called parasitism. When applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage, these microscopic roundworms actively seek out their target pests [...] if finer than 0.3 mm (50 mesh) Use a maximum pressure of 20 bar/290 psi (on nozzle) The spray nozzle opening should be at least 0.5 mm (500 microns –

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  April 16, 2019

  that western flower thrips love both plant juices and pollen, multiplying much faster on flowering plants than on a crop without flowers. A female can [...] Amblydromalus limonicus Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis damage on phalaenopsis A quick response is required if thrips are to be brought under [...] At 30 °C/86°F, it takes just nine to eleven days (it varies a bit depending on the species of thrips). And under optimum conditions, a population of western

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  type of contamination.’ José Maria confesses he had been on the point of stopping cultivation on his farm altogether, because he just couldn’t fight the [...] from Fuente Vaqueros near Granada, Spain, where he has been growing asparagus on a hectare for the last two years. He had many problems with this crop from [...] Beneficial nematodes are a broad spectrum biocontrol solution. They are sprayed on crops using commonly used spraying or irrigations systems in the same way

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  Above 28°C the pollination capacity is reduced as their activity is focused on cooling the hive. Above 32°C pollination may stop due to damage to the hive [...] temperatures The effects of the environmental temperature and sun radiation on the internal hive temperature can be great. We advise growers to protect the [...] available for growers to do so: Right placement Placing the hive near the ground on the shade of the crop can keep the temperatures inside the hive lower. Shading

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests, diseases. This practice proves invaluable for [...] crop damage. Together with remote support from technical advisors you'll be on top of your Integrated Pest Management strategy.

• Operation Mealybug

  August 10, 2021

  female adults and the nymphs feed on the plants, resulting in misshapen and yellowing leaves. They also foul the plants with their honeydew secretions. Flowers [...] of this troublesome pest, with minimum effort. Cryptobug is the best weapon on the market for the effective biological control of mealybugs . Operation Mealybug [...] Flowers and fruits drop off the plants, resulting in greatly reduced harvests. Their protective waxy coating makes mealybugs difficult to control with