Predatory mites

What are predatory mites? Predatory mites are beneficial arthropods used in pest control to manage and reduce populations of harmful pests in various [...] and deutonymphs are similar to the adults in appearance, but smaller in size. Predatory mites are typically measuring only a millimeter in length. Their [...] solutions in bottles are: Anso-Mite , Entomite-M , Limonica , Macro-Mite, Montdo-Mite, Spical , Spidex , Swirski-Mite and Thripex . Predatory mites in sachets

Whitefly

comparable in outline. Whitefly can be found in many different environments, but they are particularly common in greenhouse settings and in agricultural [...] vaporariorum adult What are whiteflies? Whiteflies are a group of small, winged insects that belong to the family Aleyrodidae. They are called "whiteflies" [...] "whiteflies" because they are typically white or yellowish in color, and they are often found on the undersides of leaves. Whiteflies are not true flies but belong

Mealybugs and scales

yield. Where flowers and fruit are concerned, these often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake [...] production. Solutions for mealybug and scale control Learn more about What are mealybugs & scales? Mealybugs (family Pseudococcidae), soft scales (family [...] order Hemiptera (the true bugs ). Coccoidea are at first sight barely recognizable as insects. The females are wingless and immobile, and covered with a

Parasitic wasps

What are parasitic wasps? Parasitic wasps are small insects that play a crucial role in natural pest control. They are called "parasitic" because they [...] eventually killing it. These wasps are highly specialized, with different species targeting specific pests. They are effective in reducing the population of harmful [...] host pest is typically killed in the process. Host feeding In addition to parasitization, some parasitic wasps also engage in host feeding. This behavior

Two-spotted spider mite

adults often depends on the crop in which they occur (e.g. on cucumbers they are often yellow-brown, on tomatoes they are mainly red-brown). Both males and [...] following characteristics: Size and shape: Spider mites are tiny, adults are about 0.5 mm long in length. They have an oval-shaped body with eight legs, [...] natural enemies can help keep spider mite populations in check. Especially predatory mites in sachets are a good preventative measure as the sachets enable

Integrated Pest Management

practices that deter pests from infesting in the first place. Monitoring Regular monitoring of pest populations helps in making informed decisions about control [...] conditions and new information. Integrated Pest Management in agriculture Integrated Pest Management in agriculture is crucial for sustainable farming. It reduces [...] nematodes are examples of beneficial organisms used for biological pest control . The beneficial organisms prey or parasitize on pests in agriculture

Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

has been more drift during spraying in those places, which means that the nematodes are more easily blown away. In some cases, we have to take curative [...] In the Municipality of Venray a third of the tree stock in the area, some 11,000 trees, is oak. ‘We’ve been using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem as [...] trees that we have treated have been 90% cleared. What is interesting is that avenues running east to west are typically free of oak processionary caterpillar

FAQ Spidex Vital

Vital. Are there any disadvantages compared to previous product? No; in hotspot control we have observed an even better control of spider mites. What obstacle [...] 1 | January 21 | 2021 www.koppert.com 1. Changes of Spidex What is the difference in the product presentation? Spidex Vital consists of all mobile stages [...] formulation for better control of a number of vital aspects. This results in keeping the surrounding conditions better under control. Is this product exclusive

Privacy

data in a manner that complies with the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). This privacy statement applies if you are a visitor [...] link in the newsletter. You can also email your request to kbsimarketing@koppert.com , for the attention of the Marketing department. Addresses are not [...] third parties. All mailing campaigns are created with technology that ensures the addresses of other recipients are not disclosed. You can revoke your consent

FAQ Nematodes

1. Nematodes in general What are nematodes? Nematodes are microscopically small (0.6 to 1 mm), unsegmented worms that occur naturally in the soil throughout [...] is or Steinernema. In addition, there are a number of other genera and species, but they are found in much smaller quantities. Are the released bacteria [...] formulation What is the substance the nematodes are packed in? In order for the nematodes to survive during transport and storage they need to be packed in a carrier