• Pepino mosaic virus

  observed. In Europe, the Chilean strain (CH2) is dominant and present in 90% of the infections. If more strains are found in case of infection, the infection [...] etc. In other words, all means by which plant sap of an infected plant gets in contact with a non-infected plant. As soon as one single plant in the greenhouse [...] – which isolate of which strain – that causes the infection is one them. The moment in the crop cycle when the infection takes place is another factor that

• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  capable of travelling the given distance. In a bottle of Spidex Vital a more diverse population composition is present, so when applied in hotspots the adults [...] energy from spider mite from the field to develop the eggs. This will increase the population in your crop. Proof of predation The Phytoseiulus persimilis turns [...] formed the foundation of our spider mite control. Over time it grew to be one of the most important products for our growers. As the result of many years

• Tetrapar

  Appearance The eggs of the parasitoid are covered with a mucilaginous substance and are attached to the body wall of the psyllid nymph. The larvae are [...] Distribute the wasps evenly over the entire surface of the crop, releasing the product every 20 m alternating between the rows or beds. Carry out the introduction [...] introduction of Tetrapar during the morning or in the late afternoon, to avoid high temperatures and radiation. Dosage The dosage of Tetrapar depends on climate

• Anso-Mite

  carefully by turning around the bucket a few times Carefully sprinkle on the leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours [...] and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation.

• Aphidius ervi

  Aphidius ervi is available in a bottle ( Ervipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved [...] pursue the aphid to parasitize. Because of this, the disturbance of aphid colonies can have a serious impact. The aphids can be spread through the crop, [...] with the parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi Aphidius ervi is a parasitic wasp species that plays a significant role in biological control of aphids . The natural

• Amblyseius andersoni

  5 mm in size. Predatory mites are usually found on the lower surface of the leaves, often in the corner of the main vein and lateral veins. It is not possible [...] cycle of Amblyseius andersoni consists of egg, larva, protonymph, deutonymph, and adult. Eggs are laid on the underside of leaves, often in the axil of [...] approximately 0.14 mm in diameter. The larvae have six legs, are the same colour as the eggs, and are only slightly larger. The larvae of Amblyseius andersoni

• Bacterial wilt, brown rot

  signs of wilting during the day which may disappear in the early stages of infection. Under conditions favourable for the bacteria, the whole plant will [...] s roots on the stem. The vascular stem tissue is coloured brown and when the stem is cut, bacterial slime oozes from the wound. This is the way to distinguish [...] invades the plants through wounds or stomata and then spreads into the xylem vessels. In potato, it is tuber-borne. Spread from plant to plant results

• Nothing beats original

  . Choosing the right predatory mite solution to control a pest infestation is contingent upon various factors such as the type of crop, the specific pest [...] all items Unleash the Original: Get in touch Take the first step towards maximizing your yields and minimizing pest damage by getting in touch with us today [...] stories Dive into the rich history and innovative spirit behind Koppert’s predatory mite solutions. Since 1967, we have been at the top of our game helping

• Fusarium spp.

  This species is the only Fusarium that actually grows inside the vascular system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species [...] one side of the plant. Finally, the whole plant wilts. Other symptoms are brown discolouration of the xylem vessels, which can be seen when the stems are [...] wilting which is the main symptom of this Fusarium species. Higher up in the plant, the microconidia germinate and infect the surrounding tissue. On infected

• Fusarium wilt

  inside the vessel system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species are dispersed upwards on the outside of the plant. Most [...] oxysporum is the species causing vascular wilt. First the leaves turn yellow and wilt, mostly on one side of the plant. Finally, the whole plant wilts. Other [...] brown discolouration of the xylem vessels which can be seen when the stems are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable