• Stable fly

  General Stable flies belong to the genus Stomoxys , Latin for “sharp mouth”; a fitting moniker, as these flies are the only members of the Muscidae family that [...] females must be engorged with blood to lay eggs. They are highly mobile insects and can travel up to 20 km in search of new hosts. Damage symptoms Stable [...] typically congregate on the legs of livestock to feed, and the population size can be assessed by counting the number of Stomoxys on the animals’ front legs

• Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly control

  product is a bio-insecticide that contains the blastospores of Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6. Mycotal is a biological solution for a range of pests, including [...] they will start to build up a population as soon as the conditions are favourable.This can become a serious threat to you crop in a later stage. New research [...] and ornamental plants. How Mycotal works When applied to the target pest, the spores of the fungus Akanthomyces muscarius attach to the whiteflies and germinate

• Atheta

  have a very short life expectancy and therefore need to be introduced into the crop as soon as possible after receipt. Failure to do so can have a negative [...] beetles per m² by distributing the content of 1 package (1,000 beetles) into 10 to 20 small piles on the surface of the plant substrate (compost, coconut fibre [...] consult a Koppert Specialist before use. Best working conditions Atheta Dalotia coriaria performs best at a 24-hour average greenhouse temperature of 25°C/77°F

• Viridis PRO

  the effect on a small number of samples before use; Results may vary from one site to another. Apply the Viridis PRO working solution as a spray for good [...] fertilizer at a concentration that will ensure a correct final dosage of product is applied to the grass. Best working conditions Viridis PRO Maintain Viridis [...] When to use Viridis Pro? Use Viridis PRO to strengthen and enhance the growth of turf grass for golf courses (greens, tees, fairways), sports turf, sod

• Plus, Ulti-Mite or LD. Which Sachet is Best for You?

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  our Boost sachets. How do Breeding Sachets Work? Each breeding sachet consists of: bran a select type of bran yeast one or more types of bran mites the predator [...] exposed to water (overhead watering, rain etc.) When you need protection from high air flow from circulation fans Ulti-Mite sachets are made out of a climate [...] exposed to water (overhead watering, rain etc.) When you need protection from high air flow from circulation fans Boost sachets are made out of a climate

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  every two days. When the number of bite marks diminishes to only one or two per flower, it is advisable to introduce a new bumblebee hive. Temperature [...] and visibility of hives To facilitate effective communication between bumblebees and humans, it is crucial to position the hive in a visible location [...] and expert tips on how to successfully integrate commercial bumblebees into your tomato cultivation. Let's delve into the world of bumblebee-assisted

• Greenhouse whitefly

  The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty moulds [...] large quantities. The damage that whiteflies cause to a crop is the result of sucking out the sap from the plant leaves and secreting honeydew. This can

• Mycotal - Effective at lower temperatures

  they will start to build up a population as soon as the conditions are favourable. This can become a serious threat to you crop in a later stage. Therefore [...] insects time to Click here to learn more about Mycotal Biocontrol is our nature build up a standing army before new pests enter from outside the greenhouse [...] colder periods of the year How fast do viable spores germinate Germination of viable spores (%) into colonies? 100 Germination rate of Mycotal and other

• Japanese beetle

  originates from north-eastern Asia. It was first observed in the US more than 100 years ago. Although not a pest in Japan, extensive turf, and a lack of natural [...] actions were taken to prevent further spread. The Japanese beetle is on the A2 list of the European Plant Protection Organization (EPPO). To prevent its further [...] emerge from mid-May to mid-July, depending on latitude. Mating takes place soon after emergence, and egg-laying soon follows. The average lifespan of a female

• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  , and adult. Stratiolaelaps scimitus is a large mite with a body length of up to 1 mm. The body is pale with a clearly visible brown dorsal shield, brown [...] soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level occurs at a slow but steady rate. Feeding behaviour of Stratiolaelaps scimitus [...] Introduction rates typically range from 100-500 per m2/release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the