• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  the stomata or directly by penetrating the cuticula. For germination free water is required. For most downy mildews, the optimum temperature is around

• Early blight

  infection of the leaves. Survival can be several years, up to eight years for several Alternaria spp. Typically, Alternaria causes early blight of potato [...] Alternaria solani can spread to the flowers (especially dangerous in crops for seed production) and to the crown. Sporulation of Alternaria occurs at te

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  Limonica on a large scale.” The importance of patents for innovation and reliability Tom Groot, responsible for the patent process, emphasizes why Koppert has [...] patents. “The patent is not only legal protection, but also a key requirement for innovation. Without the exclusive right, we would not have been able to follow

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  A passion for insects – and a new beginning in Almeria After studying biology in Granada with a focus on entomology, José moved to Almeria for family reasons [...] and Orius . It was a turning point. “For the first time, predatory mites offered a working, scalable solution for growers - and it triggered a real shift [...] greenhouse agriculture and a new world of crop pests. It was the perfect setting for someone eager to apply scientific curiosity to real-world agricultural challenges

• Pepino mosaic virus

  impact on fruit quality, effective prevention and management are critical for maintaining yield and marketability. PepMV is a highly contagious plant virus

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  May 19, 2025

  and our customers' success is the future for my child and future generations ”, she emphasizes. Certainty for a sustainable future “ Nothing beats original [...] Roots in nature Originally from Guanajuato, Mexico, Bertha showed a passion for biodiversity and agriculture from an early age. Her fascination with ecosystems [...] and agronomy to promote environmentally friendly agricultural practices. For Bertha, plants are fundamental pillars of ecosystems, not only because they

• Cannabis Aphid Prevention Strategies

  July 12, 2024

  undersides of leaves. Scan for all signs of honeydew and aphid exoskeletons (aphid shedding). Do not rely on sticky cards for early aphid detection. This [...] entering the growing space Should I Use Biocontrol for Prevention? Biocontrol is typically out of the question for preventing the Cannabis Aphid because of the [...] regulations restrict the use of commonly used aphid insecticides that are key for aphid control in other crops. If the Cannabis Aphid enters your garden space

• Understanding Orius

  July 12, 2024

  greenhouse? Look no further than Thripor (Orius insidiosus), the perfect solution for your growing space! This tiny predatory bug is a powerful tool in Integrated [...] predatory bug that has been widely used in IPM-programs in North America for over 20 years, especially playing a key role in the management of common thrips [...] curatively without the expectation of establishment. Note: A curative treatment for Thripor is a weekly or bi-weekly treatment, until your thrips have been eradicated

• Cottony soft rot

  fungus also infects seeds and tubers, thereby creating a source of infection for the next crop. The dispersal to neighbouring plants is by mycelial growth

• Do you think you have Cannabis Pests?

  June 27, 2024

  pests naturally and for good. Whether you are growing cannabis indoors or outdoors it is important to observe and monitor your plants for insects, as just [...] slowly release these predatory mites in the crop for up to four weeks. They will actively search for spider mites , migrating over plants if they are touching [...] existing pest problems. After the inspection, the plants should be quarantined for a minimum of two weeks . This space will need to be a separate room from other