• Operation Mealybug

  August 10, 2021

  used at temperatures above 16°C/60.8°F and in both covered and outdoor crops. As for Cryptobug , it thrives from a minimum temperature of 16°C and is at its [...] mobile than the adults, so they are ideal for combating mealybug hotspots. Cryptobug-L can be deployed as soon as the first hotspots are detected. The larvae [...] they are released and quickly clean up the infestation. Trials in potted plants and other crops have demonstrated that Cryptobug-L is at least as effective

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 25, 2022

  ps scimitus . For fruiting vegetables such as sweet peppers and aubergines, the preventative introduction of the predatory bug Orius is an important basis [...] whether thrips are present, and – in the case of the Rollertraps – also to capturing and removing as many flying specimens as possible. First, of course, you [...] Whitefly Thrips can cause severe problems for growers in many crops. Combating this pest is, therefore, an important focal point in the field of biological control

• The Spread of Whitefly

  August 14, 2020

  ten to fifteen days at temperatures around 30°C/86°F. At the same time, an infestation can also live in and survive winter conditions, even in an empty [...] (more than fifteen days at -3°C/26.6°F and five days at -6°C/21.2°F). By contrast, the life of the greenhouse whitefly is relatively short in very high temperatures [...] will fly to another plant in search of somewhere to lay their eggs. There is also a threat of spread due to an attack from outside the greenhouse. In countries

• Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals

  August 18, 2021

  their hibernation in the gel formulation. When used on time, they are more energetic to do the job they were made for,’ Product Manager at Koppert, Tim Bossinga [...] solution. The former clay medium left a whitish film on the final product, which was affecting the economic value of ornamental crops especially. An additional [...] the growers' bottom line. As with many of Koppert's products the strength of the nematodes is that pests cannot build any resistance against them. That

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  plants can fight off the fungus, that point of initial infection is left weakened. This is an ideal spot for other fungi, such as Fusarium , or bacteria [...] make it easier for the fungus to get a hold. It’s a sinister interaction. Essentially, a crop is an ecosystem in which all living organisms interact. We capitalize [...] capitalize on this system when using natural enemies. However, as a grower, you’ll also have to be constantly alert to the unwanted interactions: one pathogen

• Fytofert S grapes brochure

  acids (such as cysteine and methionine), vitamins, and enzymes. FytoFertTM S helps ensure that plants receive the necessary sulfur, particularly in soils lacking [...] Easy to Mix: Compatible with most inputs—fits smoothly into spray programs and saves time. Stays Suspended: Fine particles stay mixed—no settling at the [...] Fytofert TM S Spray smarter. Grow Stronger. Active Ingredient 40% Elemental Sulfur Product Category Sulfur Fertilizer Application and Targets Application:

• Fytofert S corn brochure

  acids (such as cysteine and methionine), vitamins, and enzymes. FytoFertTM S helps ensure that plants receive the necessary sulfur, particularly in soils lacking [...] Easy to Mix: Compatible with most inputs—fits smoothly into spray programs and saves time. Stays Suspended: Fine particles stay mixed—no settling at the [...] Fytofert TM S Spray smarter. Grow Stronger. Active Ingredient 40% Elemental Sulfur Product Category Sulfur Fertilizer Application and Targets Application:

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  April 25, 2018

  Bumblebees are active at temperatures near 40°F (5°C), honey­bees become active at temperatures near 60-65°F (15-18°C). Bumblebees are active on cloudy, foggy [...] foggy, and rainy days, honeybees are less active at low light levels. Bumblebees will fly in winds of up to 40mph (64km/hr). Bumblebees pollinate flowers [...] honeybees, bumblebees are attracted to flowers with narrow corolla tubes, such as blueberries and cranberries which they can easily forage on with their long

• Red Headed Flea Beetle Eradication Described in April 2025 GrowerTalks Issue

  February 25, 2025

  nematodes: new look and ready for the future The How and Why of IPM We Know What Eradicates Red Headed Flea Beetle , an article by Koppert’s national ornamental [...] respect to rate, location, timing, and application methods of the biosolution. It’s an interesting behind the scenes look into the journey from discovery [...] (IPM). For more information about building an effective bioprogram, contact Jeremy at: jwebber@koppert.com . We Know What Eradicates Redheaded Flea Beetle

• Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  July 20, 2020

  definitely want to know whether your IPM strategy is having an effect. Simply take a magnifying glass to quickly see how Spical is doing. Spider mites often develop [...] crops. However, if the crop continues to grow well after the infestation, the plants will at some point shed the damaged leaves. Grab your magnifying glass [...] glass You’ll need a magnifying glass to inspect your crop closely, as this is how you can identify both spider mite and predatory mites . They’re usually on