• WARNING: Bumblebees – Keep them Cool this Summer!

  July 2, 2019

  keeping the hives shaded. A second method that is also known to help in keeping the hive cool is by digging a large enough hole for it to fit. Usually, these [...] our growers to follow, to help the hive stay cool is providing a shade structure. These structures can be purchased from Koppert. This can be seen in the [...] Bumblebees that work in a greenhouse have an advantage in that it is easier to manage the temperatures indoors unlike outdoors. On a watermelon farm in Texas

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  integrated pest management tools. "You have to be patient and lose your fear. You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the [...] using biological control in its raspberry production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several berry [...] ly strict. Oscar Alvarez, orchard manager of Don Sanchez Fresh, it is important to be patient and develop knowledge about the behavior of beneficial insects

• Strawberry

  pest mites and play a crucial role in regulating their populations. Amblyseius andersoni is well-known for its ability to adapt to different environmental [...] damage to the plants, leading to reduced yields and compromised fruit quality. In addition to pests, strawberry crops are also susceptible to several [...] suzukii) , pose a significant threat to strawberry crops. These tiny insects have a preference for ripe, soft fruits, making strawberries a prime target.

• Amblyseius swirskii

  spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert [...] 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 [...] between 20 and 32°C (68 and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C/64°F. Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. In

• PhylloKare

  or drainage ditches. The product may not be applied if heavy rain is expected. The product may only be applied to the intended application site. Keep out [...] product does not contain preservatives. It has been manufactured and packaged under strict sanitary conditions to be stable during transportation and storage [...] 104°F (40°C). Storage conditions Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Do not allow product to freeze. Safety and Precautions Avoid contact

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through a sprinkler system, with a backpack sprayer, or a vehicle-mounted spray unit To avoid [...] applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management [...] should be removed, especially 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

• Aphids

  the progeny of a single female is genetically identical to the mother. In other words, they are clones. Because there is no genetic recombination, different [...] insects that belong to the superfamily Aphidoidea. There are over 4,000 species of aphids that have been described, and they can be found in a variety of habitats [...] form a single, very large group of insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  tly effective against a variety of caterpillars . It also shows that while nematodes move most efficiently in a liquid layer, a dry leaf surface does not [...] effective tool to control caterpillars . After application, the nematodes search for their prey. Once they have found a host insect, they penetrate it through [...] technique and caterpillar species, an efficacy of 50 to 80% can be achieved. Download brochure Nematode products to control caterpillars R&D departments at several

• Anagyrus vladimiri

  Anagyrus vladimiri is a parasitic wasp belonging to the Encyrtidae family. This parasitic wasp is particularly effective for mealybug control, a common pest affecting [...] parasitic wasp Anagyrus vladimir is available in a bottle ( Citripar ). Remove the label from the bottle according to the instructions Hang the bottle [...] per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at an interval of 1-2 weeks. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert

• 100% Sustainable Agriculture

  experience A healthy future, that's quite a challenge. Growing a resilient crop takes expert knowledge and a great deal of experience! Growing in a sustainable [...] future generations makes it even more challenging. You are not alone: Koppert wants to help you find the right solutions. We are a family business and the [...] that help you grow a resilient crop, now and in the future. Our product portfolio and holistic approach to crop health and resilience is unique; it offers