• Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite

  October 12, 2020

  Spider mite is the favorite food of the predatory mite in Spical , whose appetite for all species of spider mites means it can be used in many crops. It’s [...] small webs – usually on the underside of the leaf, but this may cover the whole crop in particularly with severe infestations. The predatory mite in Spical [...] californicus , attacks all species of spider mite: Two-spotted spider mite The best-known and most widespread harmful mite is the two-spotted spider mite ( T

• The cost-saving potential of biological crop protection for your IPM strategy

  February 20, 2025

  Biocontrol, on the other hand, often requires less frequent intervention once established. An example of this is the use of a combination of the Orius predatory [...] optimization frameworks all lend to evaluating the efficient use of resources. A significant portion of the current research on biocontrol assessment relies [...] usage One of biocontrol's most immediate cost-saving benefits is reducing chemical pesticide use. By integrating biocontrol agents early in the season, growers

• New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits

  March 21, 2019

  way of tackling the aphids. Reducing Aphid Levels Through Prevention The approach that has been developed is based on the preventative use of the gall [...] detected as well as an improvement in aphid control. Little Hindrance from Aphids At the start of August, the crop of the second cultivation cycle was cleared [...] with the use of beneficials. Aphids, however, are a different story. In the cultivation of raspberries in greenhouses, the large raspberry aphid (Amphorophota

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  January 14, 2025

  future ‘The future holds many challenges and one of them is the severe reduction in the use of chemical agents. In fact, a lot of them are going to disappear [...] different types of crops grown both locally and abroad. The connection between product, crop and consultant is close, so that the produce is optimal by harvest [...] strategies in horticulture. We have the most experienced consultants in the industry with years of practice in the field. We know our natural products

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  for the health of the crop, its workers and the final consumer, who now can enjoy a product that is completely safe for consumption. The future of biological [...] part of an integrated pest management strategy (IPM). Although understanding the adaptability of insects in open field and the preventive approach of natural [...] friendly one. What was the most challenging at the beginning to reach the biological management we currently have, was to understand the adaptability of insects

• Koppert Announces the Promotion of Jeremy Sinift to Hydroponic Crop Team Manager

  September 10, 2020

  decade of greenhouse experience, adding his expertise to an already impressive team of hydroponic technical support specialists here in the US. The hydro [...] effectively respond to the demands of today and of the future. Koppert’s ability to work closely with growers gives the grower access to information, sc [...] clients.”, Ryan Hill, General Manager of Koppert US. Jeremy’s new role is leading the hydroponic vegetable team of consultants, helping them in their efforts

• Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop

  April 3, 2020

  pesticides, biological control is becoming the preferred method of controlling these pests. Overview of Aphid Plant Damage Aphids excrete honeydew, which attracts [...] Aphids Aphids have become a severe problem in the agricultural and horticultural sectors. As aphids are able to reproduce asexually and are notorious virus [...] become one of the most threatening greenhouse pests. For a long time, in crops where natural enemies had been released against other pests, aphids could be

• Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

  August 31, 2022

  Grower's Head Grower of the Year Award (2022). This recognition is given to leaders of ornamentals operations that serve as an example for growers everywhere [...] Koppert's biological insecticide, for the control of a wide­­­­ variety of common pests like whitefly , aphids , thrips , mealybugs , fungus gnats and [...] challenges The company added Isaria fumosorosea, the active ingredient of Isarid , into its Integrated Pest Management program three years ago. What started

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  brown. On the underside of the leave fluffy growth appears which is first white and later turns grey-brown. This is actually the sporulation of the pathogens [...] downy mildews, the optimum temperature is around 15 o C and the closer the temperature is to this, the shorter the leaf wetness period that is required. Inside [...] directly and the germ tubes infect the plants either through the stomata or directly by penetrating the cuticula. For germination free water is required.

• Black leg of seedlings

  easy stripping of the skin from the root cortex with a finger nail. Life cycle and appearance of Black leg of seedlings Pythium belongs to the Oomycetes, a [...] little of the root system survives. On the border between air and soil or substrate the plant turns brown. A typical symptom of a Pythium infection is the [...] bulbs. At first, the plants recover during the night, but later the plants wilt irreversibly. In potted plants the flower buds fall off. The side roots rot