• Mycotal

  product label for more information Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] produces spores on the outside of the cadaver, which may spread the infection to other vulnerable pests. Mycotal is effective through direct contact, and under [...] spray equipment. Spray to wet. Avoid runoff. Thorough leaf coverage is essential for the best results. Direct the spray onto the underside of the leaves

• Steinernema feltiae

  as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions Best conditions for use of Steinernema feltiae Steinernema feltiae is active [...] feltiae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their [...] applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local Koppert representative for specific advice Spray the

• Predatory insects

  without the need for chemical pesticides. Koppert offers Aphidend , featuring the species Aphidoletes aphidimyza , for aphid control. For spider mite control [...] Reduced need for chemicals The use of predatory insects often results in a decreased reliance on chemical pesticides. This reduction is beneficial for both the [...] can be used. Lacewings Lacewings are beneficial insects known for their voracious appetite for various pests, making them valuable in biocontrol. There are

• Manual Growing lights

  (bumblebees) for pollination. We then combined all this knowledge in our new bumblebee hive design for Natupol Excel (see figure 1.3 & 1.4). This hive is equipped [...] growing lights Guidelines for application Version 2.0 - 2018 Remco Huvermann, Edwin Muijt & Anne Mathijssen Content 1 Introduction 1.1 Bee vision 2 Placement [...] spectrum but also in the green and blue light spectrum (see figure 1.1). Figure 1.1 human vision VS bee vision. 3 In winter time, when (UV)light levels

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  This is confirmed by Chula Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to control the pests responsible for losses [...] improve and care for the health of the crop, its workers and the final consumer, who now can enjoy a product that is completely safe for consumption. The [...] losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience in the production and distribution of

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  As Koppert is able to control the production conditions even better now, this increases delivery security which is yet another advantage for users. Growers [...] ‘As the old crop is always cleared away, I start from scratch each time and have to build up the necessary populations three times. This is always a critical [...] problems in this type of crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product.’ Pest control starts sooner

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  d. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local representative for specific advice Spray the solution as soon as it is prepared [...] carpocapsae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their [...] store mixed suspensions Best conditions for use of Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes Steinernema carpocapsae is active between 14-34°C/57-93°F but performs

• Amblyseius swirskii

  Amblyseius swirskii is a species of predatory mite widely employed for biological pest control in agriculture. The predatory mite is an excellent biocontrol [...] alternative to chemical pesticides. Amblyseius swirskii for pest control Amblyseius swirskii is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips Whitefly [...] spider mites and tarsonemid mites. They can also feed on pollen, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  There are also upper limits for the 24-hour temperature, above which pollination is compromised, regardless of light levels. For beefsteak and truss tomatoes [...] the humidity is too low or radiation is too high. strong, and the climate in the greenhouse is consistent. No easy feat, but the payback is more than worth [...] radiation is essential. Under challenging circumstances, proper monitoring of whether pollination is taking place, and whether the setting is 100% is vital

• Northern Corn Rootworm

  and management expenditures totaling over 1 billion dollars. In Eastern Canada, the northern corn rootworm is the most common species found on corn. While [...] dormant in the soil for two winters. This allows the larvae to effectively skip the field’s soybean rotation (when they would starve for lack of their corn [...] exclusively on the roots of corn. This allows producers to control infestation, for the most part, by rotating their corn crop yearly with another plant (typically