• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  to control the spider mite with a corrective product that fits with IPM. During the dormant period, it may seem that a problem area in the crop has been [...] farther from the truth! If the conditions improve, i.e. longer days, rising temperature, growing crop, the mites will reappear in exactly the same places [...] A spider mite outbreak requires rapid action, and the earlier you deal with it, the better. This requires you to be constantly alert, and proper scouting

• Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

  ultimately killing the host within a few days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new [...] nematodes enter the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria, typically of the genus Photorhabdus [...] entering through natural openings or the cuticle. Once inside the host, they release symbiotic bacteria, typically of the genus Photorhabdus , which quickly

• Cryptobug

  hotspot Apply in the evening Dosage The dosage of Cryptobug depends on climate, crop and mealybug density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions The minimum temperature for use of Cryptobug is [...] and grape mealybug combine with Citripar . Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for

• Time For A Tune Up

  March 2, 2026

  unhappy with your IPM program and looking for solutions, it’s a good time to call in the experts. Koppert’s Technical Consultant team knows the entire IPM [...] control, and any blind spots in the existing IPM program can be promptly found and remediated. Starting with an overview of the crop and current BioSolution [...] challenges and restore the natural balance of our planet. Founded by cucumber grower Jan Koppert in 1967, the company understands the challenges growers face

• Citripar

  to make a hole in the sticker on the lid. Hang the tube on the crop using the label according to the instructions on the label. Hang the tube in a place [...] develop in the mummified skin of the host and look like swollen mealybug larvae. Empty pupae have an irregular exit hole at the posterior end of the mummy after [...] sunlight does not reach it. Leave the tube on the crop for at least two weeks. Carry out proper pest control. Dosage The dosage of Citripar depends on climate

• Ervipar

  mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after the first [...] parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps develop inside the aphid, which converts [...] Carrier Buckwheat hulls. Application Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its

• Aphipar

  mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after the first [...] parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps develops inside the aphid, which converts [...] bottles. Carrier Wood chips. Application Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its

• Aphipar-M

  mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 10-14 days after the first [...] parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps develop inside the aphid, which converts [...] bottle. Carrier Wood chips. Application Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its

• Trianum can hold its ground

  February 2, 2023

  The Trichoderma harzianum T-22 fungus in Trianum is incredibly hardy. It can be used in combination with many other products, and even the use of most [...] wise choice. Does the combination boost both agents, or does it inhibit one or the other? Persistent Trianum can be used in combination with most fungicides [...] This demonstrates that the Trichoderma fungi in Trianum are quite persistent. Especially once the fungal mycelium has 'conquered' the roots of a crop, there

• Spidex Boost

  within the sachet and gradually disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents [...] hole needs to be pierced into it Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites In contrast to other Koppert products [...] several generations of predatory mites over time. The mites will leave the sachets within a few days. Dosage The dosage of Spidex Boost depends on climate, crop