• Bugs

  discoloration, and yield loss. Effective bug control is key to maintaining healthy, high-quality crops. Biological control of bugs combines targeted monitoring [...] insects. Their life cycle consists of an egg, usually five nymphal instars and the adult insect. Several species of especially the families Miridae and [...] obvious damage is the deformation of growing points. They also cause tissue damage and deformed growth as a result of toxic substances that they inject

• Aphidend

  Pests All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult gall midges emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. After emerging [...] recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Most effective between 20 and 30°C [...] densities of generalist predatory mites , especially Amblyseius swirskii , can be detrimental to Aphidend as the predatory mites feed on the eggs of Aphidoletes

• Bumblebee pollination

  the preservation of biodiversity and the overall health of ecosystems Why are bumblebees good pollinators? Bumblebees are very effective and efficient p [...] as they visit a high number of flowers per minute and transfer more pollen to the stigma than other pollinators. Benefits of bumblebees are: Bumblebees [...] guarantees maximum pollination . The Natupol system is the result of over 35 years of accumulated expertise coupled to the latest technology – our best

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  more effectively and as they lay their eggs earlier, the population develops more rapidly.’ A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex [...] problems in cucumbers. The ability of Spidex Vital to tackle spider mites and hot-spots effectively brings a sense of calm to the farm.’ He states that [...] game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps the benefits.’

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  condition of the predator, as well as the size of the prey. Life cycle of Aphidoletes aphidimyza Growers can recognize the different life stages of the gall [...] Feeding behaviour of Aphidoletes aphidimyza The searching behaviour of adult female gall midges is extremely efficient. They are capable of locating aphid-infested [...] aphid control Aphidoletes aphidimyza is a species of predatory gall midge known for its effectiveness in biological pest control , specifically targeting

• Beneficial nematodes

  Some of the well-known beneficial nematode species include: Steinernema feltiae : These cold tolerant nematodes are effective against a wide range of so [...] their effectiveness until the day of application Create a nematode suspension by mixing them with water following provided instructions In case of soil [...] plan as needed Video: How to use nematodes Types of nematodes In agriculture the most important types of nematodes are parasitic nematodes. More specifically

• Thripex

  larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures [...] Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute Thripex

• Cucumber

  resilience of the crops, ensuring the production of high-quality cucumbers for consumers. Pests in cucumber Aphids Aphids , a diverse group of small insects [...] chemical interventions. In the case of the presence of the Southern green stink bug ( Nezara viridula ), the introduction of Trissolcus basalis (Nezapar), a [...] Integrated pest management ( IPM ) is of importance in cucumber cultivation, to ensure the health and productivity of cucumber crops. Cucumbers are exceptionally

• Spidex Vital Go

  Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of a couple of weeks. Predatory mites [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Phytoseiulus persimilis is most effective at te [...] mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 250 sachets. Each sachet contains 100 predatory mites . Presentation Sachets

• Mealybugs and scales

  gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Characteristically [...] and overall yield. Effective control of mealybugs and scales is essential to maintain healthy and marketable crops. Biological control of mealybugs and scales [...] the honeydew with its sooty mould is usually the first sign of the presence of this type of pest. Among ornamental crops, ferns are particularly sensitive