• Combating Vine Weevil Successfully

  August 18, 2021

  larvae and pupae • Directions for use Entonem • Minimum soil temperature 8°C • Effective in combating larvae • Directions for use [...] feltiae ) can be used in tree nursery crops (yew, thuja, rhododendron), berry cultivation , strawberries , ornamental crops and various pot plants , etc. [...] temperate and sub-tropical regions. Of course, there are chemical products for use against adult vine weevils, but without getting rid of the larvae, growers

• Control Bean Seed Fly with Beneficial Nematodes

  range of crops, can cause significant damage. However, beneficial nematodes offer an effective and environmentally friendly solution for biological pest [...] seed flies lay eggs near host plants. Larvae hatch and tunnel into the soil, feeding on seeds and roots of young plants, causing patchy emergence and crop [...] Remijn, recognizing the need for effective pest control, turned to Koppert's beneficial nematodes, a solution approved for organic farming. Witnessing the

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  improve and care for the health of the crop, its workers and the final consumer, who now can enjoy a product that is completely safe for consumption. The [...] Biological pest control minimizes the use of harmful chemicals and promotes sustainable agricultural practices that can be implemented in open field crops [...] them in this transition. "The experience with the use of these products has been quite challenging for Chula Brand, since we went from a conventional management

• Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop

  April 3, 2020

  Overview of Aphid Plant Damage Aphids excrete honeydew, which attracts mold. Mold not only spoils the crop, but reduces photosynthesis which can stunt growth [...] growth and reproduction. Toxic substances can be transmitted into the plant. As a result of their enormous reproductive capacity, aphid infestations develop [...] controls in heavily infested areas. For extra support in heavily infested areas, Koppert produces several products for added control. These supplemental

• Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

  June 30, 2023

  damage to crops. Of some species, a few dozen caterpillars can launch such a vicious attack on a plant within twenty-four hours that it’s no longer possible [...] caterpillar is fully grown, it stops eating and looks for a suitable place to pupate, the process by which it uses its silk glands to make a cocoon out of threads [...] looks for a suitable place to attach itself to, and then it unfolds its wings. With barely perceptible movements of the abdomen, the butterfly uses its bodily

• The Revolutionary Spical Ulti-Mite Sachet

  October 28, 2019

  reach using (chemical) pesticides. Moreover, resistance to chemical agents can build up quickly. Neoseiulus californicus mites actively search for their [...] Spical Ulti-Mite Greater certainty for the biological control of spider mite – that is what you will achieve with Spical Ulti-Mite . This 100% industrial [...] The sachet provides a better environment for the rearing system of predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus . It can therefore build up its population in the

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in top fruits

  Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. Beneficial nematodes can be used to tackle [...] hazardous pests in agricultural crops While plant parasitic nematodes are common soil pests that affect plants, beneficial (entomopathogenic) nematodes play [...] g new possibilities. Contact your local Koppert contact for more info. Always check label for full technical advice! 11-2022 Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes

• Fall Potting Recommendations

  August 13, 2025

  For the upcoming fall potting season, Koppert recommends starting your crops with a good foundation with the addition of two living microorganisms. TRIANUM™ [...] grows with the roots. Apply this amendment at major transitions like new plantings or transplanting. It works best when it’s in the soil early, as a cutting [...] Fusarium, and Pythium, plus many others. MICROFLORA SA is applied weekly for enhanced nutrient availability and fast moving results. It is formulated to

• Phyllokare Tomato Outdoor Leaflet

  improved nutrient use efficiency, and higher quality yields season after season. PhylloKare provides consistent, reliable performance for outdoor tomato [...] soil or transplant treatment at planting. Repeat: soil or foliar applications every 14–21 days until harvest is complete. Use adequate water to ensure thorough [...] thorough coverage. A minimum of 40 GPA for mature plants is recommended. PhylloKare mixes well with nutrients and other agricultural products. Product details

• Atheta

  biological control against fungus gnats Best working conditions for Atheta They are well suited for release into a variety of growing situations, (ex. beds, pots [...] beetles and a 5 L bucket with 5,000 rove beetles. Both packs use peat as a medium. When to use Atheta? Atheta is most effective when introduced preventatively [...] their prey is typically found. As they can travel readily within the environment they are released into, they can easily populate and colonize their release