• Prevent internal spider mite contamination

  December 13, 2022

  foundation for biocontrol today Mealybug control: Which beneficial should I use in my vineyard? Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for [...] Spider mite occurs in hotspots, and it’s important to uncover its hiding places as promptly as possible. If you take the right measures in these hotspots, [...] of predatory mites Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of

• Mealybugs and scales

  ready to deal with armored scales Mealybug control: Which beneficial should I use in my vineyard? 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program A viable [...] fruit are concerned, these often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must [...] scales also produce honeydew (on which moulds grow) resulting in considerable damage in ornamental and fruit crops and loss of value. Armoured scales do

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  biocontrol of pests in strawberries in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Germany. Trials on citrus have also started in Spain. Natutec Drive [...] great deal of time and expense in the future. Tests have conclusively proved its effectiveness in the field and we have a growing number of testimonials [...] underway in a number of different crops and in a growing number of countries. Optimizing technology "Growers want their employees picking strawberries in the

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  Helm. ‘If I need to, I can give advice remotely straight away,’ explains Floris, ‘or I can start thinking of strategy changes that can be made. In this era [...] infestation or if we need to shift strategy in any way. We have greater insight into what is happening in the crop and how natural enemies are developing [...] We can act more promptly. In addition to scouting with the Horiver scanner, we can also enter manual pest counts, so I have two methods available to me

• Thripex-Mini

  Sachets already have an exit hole. Place sachets in sheltered positions on the crop (no direct sunlight). Measures improving the moisture balance in the sachets [...] humidity should be above 75% and the temperature above 20°C/68°F for some hours of the day. Dosage Rate 1/pot 2/pot - Biological beneficials have a very [...] soon as possible after receipt. Failure to do so can have a negative impact on their quality. In case you do need to store Thripex Mini, please follow

• Rhyzobug FAQ

  How many adults are in the packaging? 500 adults. What kind of carrier is present in the packaging? Buckwheat hulls. 4 Storage Can I store the product? [...] lophanthae look like? The adults are on average 2.5 mm long and 1.8 mm wide. They have a brown coloured abdomen covered by hairs. The head is reddish brown [...] light longitudinal light stripe. Pupae are orange/pink in colour. Rhyzobius Cryptolaemus 2,5 mm 1,6x larger 4 mm What is the mode of action of Rhyzobius

• Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing the Rules of the Game?

  September 8, 2026

  no longer: "How do I respond once the pest is present?" Instead, it has become: "How do I prevent the pest from becoming established in the first place?" [...] In agriculture, not all pests have the same impact on production systems. Some can be incorporated into existing management programs with only minor a [...] feeding on a wide range of host plants and thriving in diverse production environments. Researchers have reported its presence on numerous vegetables and

• Anagyrus vladimiri

  female is about 1.5-2 mm in length and brown, with distinctive black and white banded antennae. The male is 0.8 mm in length and black in colour. Anagyrus [...] n rates typically range from 0.1-0.5 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at an interval of 1-2 weeks. Consult a Koppert advisor [...] vladimir is available in a bottle ( Citripar ). Remove the label from the bottle according to the instructions Hang the bottle in the crop, out of direct

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  biological solution to control every species in every crop. Koppert is, therefore, investing in more R&D in this area. Ornamentals cultivation consultant [...] – and not only in ornamentals cultivation, where they cause cosmetic damage and lower ornamental value. Thrips have also been found in other industries [...] crops in the Netherlands increased considerably. There was heavy infestation in the key crops of onions (the second most important vegetable crop in the

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  foundation for biocontrol today Mealybug control: Which beneficial should I use in my vineyard? Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap [...] but you are always ready - just in case. Biological control also offers major advantages: advanced investments result in higher productivity and better-quality [...] retain your status as a valued supplier. The requirements in this area are sure to increase further in the future. Always prepared Besides these general advantages