• Melon

  Cucurbitaceae . The melon plant produces a usually sweet and edible, fleshy fruit. The term "melon" is used for the plant, but also to identify the fruit. Botanically

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  feltiae Capsanem Steinernema carpocapsae Optimal Results with Entonem and Capsanem Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals Caterpillar control [...] discoloration, drying out, and shrinkage – the nematodes are doing their job The nematodes in Entonem ( Steinernema feltiae ) and Capsanem ( Steinernema [...] or larva turn yellowish brown to brown over time, and shrink. Caterpillars are usually juicy, and sometimes a little sticky, but when attacked they become

• Everything Still Begins with Swirski

  May 14, 2020

  extremely effective and resistant to high temperatures. It makes short work of thrips and whitefly , and also tackles spider mites and tarsonemid mite . [...] everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new. And there is still no reason for that to change. The generalistic predatory [...] in the Netherlands and other countries, Amblyseius swirskii was, and continues to be number 1 in terms of effectiveness. Versatile and reliable Amblyseius

• Quality is Key at Koppert!

  October 14, 2019

  organisms and are constantly examined and improved to reduce possible losses. Logistic partners across the world are carefully selected and given very [...] complex organization and the contribution of multiple disciplines and departments. Let’s follow the process of producing, packaging and delivering one of [...] rooms with fully controlled and continuously monitored conditions. The mites are regularly checked for possible contamination and counts are carried out. Once

• Swirski-Mite Plus, Now in Even Better Shape

  July 2, 2019

  same, but the shape is more elongated and features a new design. The properties and application remain unchanged, and recent tests with the new packaging [...] trusted biological solution from Koppert Biological Systems for the effective control of thrips and whitefly in many crops worldwide. The packaging containing [...] containing predatory mites will have a new look that reflects its quality and reliability even more,’ says Koppert Product Manager, Tim Bossinga. ‘The material

• WARNING: Bumblebees – Keep them Cool this Summer!

  July 2, 2019

  conditions and make sure the temperature is such that the bumblebees can concentrate on their pollination work and not purely on incubating and ventilating [...] is more important than ever for your bumblebees to be able to function optimally and give the best pollination results for your crop.’ says Koppert’s [...] in Texas temperatures can easily reach 100°F and maintain that temperature for hours. Unfortunately, for the bumblebees this can mean death from the heat

• Infestation Levels in Tomato Crops: A Look at the Top Four

  June 6, 2019

  Tomato Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis Tomato plants are popular targets for a wide range of insects and mites. The pests that cause the biggest [...] against whitefly: they can help in the capture and removal of adult whitefly. Aphids and Mealy Bugs And then there are aphids ; these are a common problem [...] another, and even between regions. Nevertheless, all growers need to be able to tackle the top four pests: spider mite, whitefly , aphids , and caterpillars

• V10

  Label Preparation Shake well, dilute with clean cold water using disinfected equipment, and use the prepared solution promptly as directed by the EPA‑approved [...] °C). Storage conditions Before use, thaw product gradually at controlled ambient or refrigerated temperatures. Do not use heat sources to thaw the product [...] should occur early in the crop stage and prior to virus exposure Dosage Apply V10 once per crop cycle at the labeled rate and dilution. Always follow the EP

• Pea

  from the ovary of a pea flower and carry numerous peas. The vegetable is a bright green colour, sometimes yellow or purple and widely grown as a cool season [...] season vegetable crop. Immature peas are consumed as a vegetable and often canned or frozen. Dry peas are shelled from matured pods.

• Frequently Asked Questions

  May 7, 2018

  will be less active. Q: Can bumblebees be used along with honeybees? A: Bumblebees and honeybees can be used together. Koppert recommends separating the [...] position. Do this prior to sunrise when the bees are not active. Leave the hive doors in this position for a few hours following sunrise to ensure all of the [...] s present, Koppert typically recommends 2 hives for every acre, with the exception of blueberries and cranberries where Koppert recommends 3 hives per