• Beneficial microorganisms

  microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling harmful pests. Beneficial microorganisms for pest control [...] environments such as soil, water, and air. These microorganisms are harnessed for pest control through applications like biopesticides, where they are introduced [...] providing an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Well-known examples of beneficial microbes are the fungi Akanthomyces muscarius , Beauveria bassiana

• Nature's Perfect Pollinator

  enhancing the work of honeybees in conjunction with bumblebees for healthy competition. Our Quad hives Our Quad is not just a bumblebee hive, but a reliable, [...] Find out more Let our experts guide you Investing in a Quad Hive is not just a purchase—it's a partnership. Each Quad comes with expert consultancy guidance [...] pollinator approach is an astute strategy for a richer and more cost-effective harvest. Quad Pollination at Maddox Family Farms: A Success Story Worth

• Rhyzobug

  until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] Aulacaspis spp ., and other species of armoured scale insects. Mode of action Adults and larvae feed on all stages of armoured scale insects. Visual effect [...] product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 10-15°C/50-59°F. Storage conditions In the dark. Recommended for you The journey of sustainable citrus

• Integrated crop management: the key to sustainable business operations

  September 20, 2022

  Your goal as a business is to produce an abundant, top-quality yield. However, climate change, changing regulations (less supply of chemical plant protection [...] and below ground Implementing an ICM system is quite complex and requires a long-term vision. Your soil is your most important asset: keeping it healthy [...] playing an ever more crucial role in a business’ ability to produce successfully in the future and achieve their goals. What is integrated crop management? ‘

• Aphipar

  sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop [...] advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Most effective between [...] inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed

• Gummy stem blight

  tools and hands of workers. The ascospores are the main source of dispersal of disease upwards in the crop and the conidia for spread of the disease downwards [...] most important symptom is internal fruit rot, which can only be recognized from the outside by the small narrowing of the tip of the mature fruits. The [...] General Mycosphaerella cucumis (Didymella bryoniae) is a fungal plant pathogen that causes gummy stem blight. Damage symptoms Mycosphaerella cucumis in

• Thripex

  repeated if necessary. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental [...] larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their [...] or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves

• Hop

  About The hop is a small genus of flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae. Hops are the female flowers (seed cones, strobiles) of the plant and are [...] as hops “vine”, this plant is technically a bine. Bines have stout stems with stiff hairs to aid them in climbing. They are a vigorous grower with the ability [...] currently the most acreage of production occurs. Although these plants have a very long life cycle, with the continued popularity of microbrews across the globe

• Rhyzobug FAQ

  Koppert cannot be held liable for unauthorized use. Koppert is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or [...] and is it safe to use? Everyone is able to apply Rhyzobug. It is safe for the user and no permits are required. Introduction rates: • The dosage of Rhyzobug [...] damage is visible as irregular holes in scale cover. What is the life cycle of Rhyzobius lophanthae? Eggs are laid underneath scales in groups of 1-5 eggs

• When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

  December 13, 2022

  whitefly! Now what? The Spread of Whitefly What is Biological Control? A pest like whitefly has a direct impact on the resilience of a crop. It's not just the [...] Whitefly is also capable of transmitting viruses, with the tobacco whitefly having a notably bad reputation. The transmission of viruses is a major concern [...] that is harmful; whitefly also poses a risk of virus transmission. Worse still is the likelihood that other diseases and pests will strike – as a grower