• Tomato leaf miner

  outdoors but in temperate regions it only occurs in greenhouses. The tomato leaf miner has been found in greenhouses for decades, but has become a common pest [...] lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants of fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable [...] third instar larva, that emerges from its tunnel just prior to pupating, is known as a prepupa. This stage lasts only a few hours.

• Bumblebee pollination

  effective in protected environments such as greenhouses, tunnels or netted orchards compared to honeybees. Bumblebees tend to visit all crops close to the hive [...] What is bumblebee pollination? Bumblebee pollination is a vital and efficient process for growers seeking high-quality crop yields. As natural pollinators [...] pollinators, bumblebees play a crucial role in enhancing fruit and vegetable production, leading to better harvests and improved crop quality. Unlike other p

• Diglyphus isaea

  Diglyphus isaea is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Eulophidae within the order Hymenoptera . It is widely recognized for its role as a biological [...] larva hatches, it remains beside its host, punctures it and sucks it empty from the outside, as a result of which the leaf miner larva dies. A few days after [...] intervals or until control is achieved. At low temperatures (<20°C/68°F) it might be better to use Minusa. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor

• The advantages of Trianum

  December 16, 2021

  makes it difficult for harmful fungi to develop. When the Trichoderma harzianum T-22 fungi grow on the roots, they trigger the plant to activate its defense [...] and results in a stronger and more resilient crop. And which grower wouldn't want that? The most significant advantages of Trianum in a nutshell: The [...] symbiotic balance is created between Trichoderma harzianum T-22 and the plant. The plant roots provide nutrients to this Trichoderma fungus, returning other nutrients

• Hemp russet mite

  cannabicola is host specific to hemp/cannabis ( Cannabis sativa ). It cannot survive on other plants. Damage symptoms Damage is caused by the mites sucking [...] on the underside of leaves. This results in smaller leaf size and suppressed bud growth leading to a reduction in the number of buds and dwarfed buds. This [...] a ) belongs to the family Eriophyidae (gall and rust mites). It does not produce galls but lives freely (vagrant) on hemp/cannabis plants. Aculops cannabicola

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  Orius . It was a turning point. “For the first time, predatory mites offered a working, scalable solution for growers - and it triggered a real shift in mentality [...] It all started with a stick, a spider nest, and a curious boy exploring the Andalusian countryside. From a young age, Jose Eduardo Belda (Innovation Manager [...] developed a rigorous pipeline to ensure each solution works in real Mediterranean conditions. “Our research approach is classic but powerful — from lab to greenhouse

• Natutec Airobreez: Next-Gen Blower Gun For BCA Products

  June 1, 2025

  protecting plants. Just the right amount of product is dispensed at a constant pace, without any of it being lost. In essence, the Airobreez is a sleek n [...] BCA blower gun. It looks like it morphed out of a video game, complete with a shoulder strap for wielding it into the crops for battle. A rechargeable battery [...] 4e55a9aae74846a30618Oops, an error occurred! Code: 2026042012012443ac479e Event: f68d7e90a625496b81fe45b3111b4e11 Koppert’s Natutec Airobreez is a handheld

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  diseases. The plant is also teeming with organisms, inside and out, the function of which is not yet known in many cases. What's certain is that plant resistance [...] resistance is strongly related to these ‘passengers.’ Positive Image In fact, it's strange that fungi and bacteria have such a negative image. The reality is [...] Fungi and bacteria have a bad name because they can cause diseases in humans, animals, and plants. But this is largely undeserved: the majority of fungi

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  Event: f477a40e07a8489c8383020e60cca1c8 A combined approach to thrips In addition to the effect on the pests, you should also see the damage to the crop [...] discolor and shrink, which is a good indicator that the treatment has been effective! The level of damage to your crop is also a good indicator of whether [...] help, which is where the nematodes come in. Doing this will help you to break the cycle when the level of infestation is high. Green plant protection products

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  briefly halts the plant's development. In other words, you benefit the plant whenever you can avoid using a chemical control method. A plant that can grow [...] allows you to meet these requirements and retain your status as a valued supplier. The requirements in this area are sure to increase further in the future [...] result in higher productivity and better-quality crops. The damage caused by chemical plant protection is often underestimated. However, the fact is that