• Mealybugs and scales

  leads to sooty mould. Infestations reduce plant vigor, fruit quality and overall yield. Effective control of mealybugs and scales is essential to maintain [...] superfamily Coccoidea. This superfamily belongs to the order Hemiptera (the true bugs ). Coccoidea are at first sight barely recognizable as insects. The [...] ornamental crops, the mere presence of mealybugs is sufficient to render the product unfit for sale. A very small population can thus cause considerable loss of

• Impatiens thrips

  greenhouse cultivation, having spread to many countries within the last 30 years. The thrips have mostly been able to spread as a consequence of the trade in foliage [...] foliage plants. Impatiens thrips (Echinothrips americanus) has a wide range of hosts. In addition to many ornamental plants it also attacks sweet pepper, cucumber [...] Thrips cause damage to plants by piercing the cells of the surface tissues and sucking out their contents, causing the surrounding tissue to die. The resulting

• The top ten pests in roses

  August 18, 2022

  However, it is always advisable to take measures at an early stage. This is because it takes a certain amount of time to build a biological balance between [...] control: plenty of options! IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach Biocontrol for Spider Mites A crop of roses is a delicious treat for many species of insects [...] have a certain level of resilience to pests. Nevertheless, it is advisable to be prepared for the main threats. Thrips and spider mites are right at the

• The Revolutionary Spical Ulti-Mite Sachet

  October 28, 2019

  californicus is a beneficial which offers a great tool in the total system of spider mite control. Being able to build a system from a preventative and [...] Ulti-Mite offers a patented system which enables the predatory mites to settle and develop in a wide range of climatic conditions. It works as a complementary [...] effectively. Compared to regular sachets, Spical Ulti-Mite performs up to three times better. Spider Mite Control Neoseiulus californicus is a predatory mite

• Tomato pinworm

  emerge 4 to 7 days after being laid. The larvae have a yellowish-grayish body, changing to gray with purple spots or completely purple, with a dark brown [...] which can last from 9 to 17 days depending on temperature. For pupation, the larva drops to the ground, burying itself and creating a green pupal cell which [...] total life cycle takes about 26 days at 25°C and 100 days at 13°C. When adults emerge, they are approximately 9 to 12 mm in size and their main characteristic

• Amblyseius andersoni

  larger than the larvae, have eight legs, and are a whitish yellow colour. Adult mites have eight legs, are a translucent white in colour, and have a flat [...] leaf veins to rest. Their colour can vary according to the prey eaten, and varies from almost lucent whitish to opaque white or yellow. Due to their size [...] Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at weekly intervals or until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert

• Amblyseius swirskii

  not need to feed. The nymphs are larger than the larvae, have eight legs, and are a whitish yellow colour. Adult mites have eight legs, are a translucent [...] leaf veins to rest. Their colour can vary according to the prey eaten, and varies from almost lucent whitish to opaque white or yellow. Due to their size [...] cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least a few

• Biopar

  pupal shells, they will start searching for fly pupae to parasitize. After parasitism, wasps of the new generation can be expected in approximately 2-3 weeks [...] such as (climatic) conditions and the level of infestation. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] 2-10/animal Repeat introductions according to tailored advice. Environmental conditions Efficacy is reduced at temperatures below 15°C/59°F and above 38°C/

• Prevention: the most powerful weapon in the fight against Fusarium

  December 13, 2022

  And unfortunately, an infection can be difficult to identify at the start. Fusarium often strikes when a crop is weak, but there are also varieties of this [...] More about disease control Trianum is a true all-rounder Fusarium opens the door to other diseases and pests The advantages of Trianum Ten facts about [...] can give growers is that prevention is better than cure. Fusarium wilt is an incredibly difficult disease to treat. The fungus that causes this disease,

• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  for one or two days at most. You must store the packaging horizontally, in a dark place, and at a temperature of no more than 8 to 10°C. Contact our experts [...] as low as possible to ensure the predatory mites are ‘at rest’, consume little energy, and have a comfortable journey. On arrival at your farm, they will [...] effective, but they have one major drawback: they have a short lifespan. That’s why it’s important to release them into your crop as soon as possible after