• Entonem

  effects on biological solutions As a general rule for tank mixing, always add the nematodes to a fully filled tank containing the compatible product The product [...] of action The nematodes enter the pest and release symbiotic bacteria into the pest's body cavity. These bacteria convert the host tissue into a food source [...] Preparation Remove the sachets from the box and keep them at room temperature for 30 minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes feed on the tissues of [...] against a variety of caterpillars . It also shows that while nematodes move most efficiently in a liquid layer, a dry leaf surface does not stop the nematodes [...] Depending on climatic conditions, nematodes survive on the leaf surface for many hours to several days. Correct application for best results To ensure the best

• Koppert Involved in New Project Aiming for Sustainable Control of Poultry Red Mite

  June 4, 2019

  and expertise in this project. The poultry red mite is a huge problem for the egg sector as an infestation rate of 90% on poultry farms causes approximately [...] poultry red mite ( Dermanyssus gallinae ). The project is called MiteControl and runs until August 2023. MiteControl is a collaboration of 7 partners: Experimental [...] 231 million euro damage in the European egg industry annually. This number is even more dramatic worldwide. In addition, it is a significant problem for animal

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  it in a cool spot. There are various methods available for growers to do so: Right placement Placing the hive near the ground on the shade of the crop can [...] maintain a temperature of 28°C inside the hive in any environmental conditions. Above 28°C the pollination capacity is reduced as their activity is focused [...] temperatures The effects of the environmental temperature and sun radiation on the internal hive temperature can be great. We advise growers to protect the hive

• Cryptobug

  Deploy Cryptobug on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes close to or at a hotspot Apply in the evening Dosage The dosage of Cryptobug depends on climate, crop and [...] and repeated if necessary. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. [...] conditions The minimum temperature for use of Cryptobug is 16°C/61°F. However, as Cryptolaemus montrouzieri favors high temperatures, Cryptobug is most effective

• Scia-Rid

  of action The nematodes enter the pest and release symbiotic bacteria into the pest's body cavity. These bacteria convert the host tissue into a food source [...] Preparation Remove the sachets from the box and keep them at room temperature for 30 minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing [...] mixing with a compatible product) Maintain agitation of mixture in the tank (e.g. with a recirculation pump) Fill the spray tank with the required amount

• AmericanHort Community Connector Roundtable: Managing Pests, Diseases & Weeds

  February 28, 2025

  nursery. This is an AmericanHort members-only event, and is free for members. Heidi has worked with Koppert for the past decade and is one of the most well-informed [...] with peers all across the country. For more information on the workshop and registration information, go to https://bit.ly/438aR2a [...] rt is the leading national association for the green industry and works to connect that industry across states and segments, providing members the opportunity

• 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 [...] Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days [...] aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation

• Great Results in Combating Grubs in Blueberries

  March 19, 2019

  strength. The leaves regained a dark green colour and the quality of the fruit improved and evened out. We expect good yields in the years to come.’ A Major [...] to a level of 70%, and after the second year of use even up to 95%. Such a large reduction of pests has greatly contributed to the condition of the plants [...] beetles. In the fight against grubs, we were supported by birds and badgers which feed on the larvae of this pest. We didn’t want to disturb the cooperation

• Aphids—Go Time Appears in GrowerTalks Magazine

  February 25, 2025

  right now because this is the time to get a biocontrol plan in place, so crops are protected from the very start of the season. Jeremy Webber rose through [...] distributors Crop Monitoring and Scouting What is Biological Control? Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything Koppert’s national ornamental [...] including the melon or cotton aphid , green peach or tobacco aphid , and the potato aphid , and how to identify them. This information is critical right