• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  the exciting yet challenging shift to organic farming and biological crop protection . This transition required Lukas to question traditional approaches, [...] navigates challenges and celebrates successes, his story stands as an inspiring testament to the evolving landscape of agriculture and the promising future [...] innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving process. Beneficial insects for

• Broad mite

  Damage symptoms The damage caused by the broad mite ( Polyphagotarsonemus latus ) can look similar to the damage caused by viruses. The typical pattern of [...] emus latus) are not a serious problem, as they are unable to overwinter. Mites belonging to the family of tarsonemids ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater [...] mainly concentrated on the underside near the leaf stalk, which tends to cause the leaf to turn brown and curl up. A typical indication of an attack of broad

• Miglyphus

  larvae by using them as a food source. This is known as host feeding. Visual effect The presence of Diglyphus isaea in the crop is signalled by short mines [...] adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first mines are visible in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-3 [...] second and third instar leaf miner larvae in the mine and lay their eggs next to them. The eggs develop into parasitic wasps inside the mine (but outside the

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  August 5, 2025

  for its rapid spread and damage to peppers and strawberries, this species is well-targeted by Limonica due to its ability to feed on second instar larvae [...] needed to confirm its efficacy across different crops and climates. Strengths and considerations “What makes Limonica stand out is its ability to establish [...] feeding activity, but what truly sets Limonica apart from other predatory mites is that it continues to be effective even when temperatures fall below or

• Kosarid FP

  the fungal stands and creating a biolfilm that coats the fungal pathogen. This biofilm acts like a shield, suppressing fungal pathogens from spreading and [...] Suppresses seedling diseases effectively targeting listed soil borne pathogens to ensure a healthier start. Diseases Achlya spp.; Aspergillus spp.; Cochliobolus [...] Treatment / Planter Box. Timing Sowing Process. Storage time after receipt Adhere to expiration date printed on product packaging. Storage temperature Room temperature

• Spot the caterpillar!

  June 28, 2023

  sizes. Some stand out from the foliage, but most are the same color as the plant from which they live. They’re also masters of hide-and-seek. To help you [...] s emerge from an egg deposited on the plant by the butterfly or moth. Caterpillars can be recognized not only by their appearance but also by the damage [...] ground. Caterpillars from the Tortricidae family (leaf rollers) like to hide in curled-up leaves. If you touch them, they’ll start to squirm and quickly

• BioSolutions for Redheaded Flea Beetle

  When to act A better solution As soon as a few adult beetles are observed it’s time Target the Achilles’ heel of the redheaded flea beetle by to act [...] production, sales, Contact Koppert and plants fuels her passion to 800-932-8875 mentor growers from conventional orders@koppert.com through biological [...] hydranges, cornus, resistant to treatment and lost individuals are itea and weigela, the retail value is ruined. quickly replaced by larvae that pupate in the

• NatuGro in strawberry

  has been tested by 24 strawberry growers in California over 4 years. 85% of the strawberry growers were able to increase their yields by 5 percent or higher [...] return on investment to four to five dollars for every dollar spent on NatuGro. Field trials were carried out in the United States from 2015-2018. Trial locations [...] Peter decided to dedicated themselves to finding an alternative method of crop protection . Nowadays we provide our biological solutions to more than 100

• Operation Mealybug

  June 25, 2018

  Control Cryptobug-L Mealybug Control Mealybugs Don't Stand a Chance Powerful weapons are needed to deal with a mealybug infestation. Introducing the new [...] waxy coating makes mealybugs difficult to control with chemicals, particularly in dense crops where it is hard to reach them. They can therefore survive [...] The adults (Cryptobug) are very mobile and equipped to seek out their prey, but are not guaranteed to remain in the same spot where they were applied. Koppert

• Tomato

  environments, encouraging them to shift from the use of pesticides harmful to bees to pollinator-friendly biological control solutions. Proper pollination [...] therefore, need to be compensated with the release of managed pollinators. Due to their structure, tomato flowers are not easily pollinated by honeybees, but [...] fertilized with pollen, leading to the formation of healthy fruits. To encourage pollination in tomato crops, growers need to create pollinator-friendly e