• Biological Pest Control

  Biocontrol explained Biological pest control, often referred to as biocontrol, is a method of managing pests using natural predators, parasitoids, or pathogens [...] environmentally friendly products, the demand for biological pest control methods is likely to grow, making it a forward-looking choice for agriculture and pest [...] as predators or parasitoids, to control invasive pest species. This method is typically used when a new pest species poses a significant threat to agriculture

• V10

  Infection by other PepMV isolates is severely compromised due to its degradation by RNA silencing. In this way the plant is equipped with a high level of [...] Preparation Shake the bottle well before use Use a disinfected bucket which is rinsed well with water before use Dilute 0.8 litre V10 with 8 litres of cold [...] F) Application Treat one leaf per stem Select a fully expanded leaf which is positioned below the growing point Using a sponge with a scouring pad wipe

• European corn borer

  Ostrinia nubilali s), is a severe pest of maize and has also been reported to attack apple, strawberries, peppers and other plants. It is present in Europe [...] and overlap like tiles on a roof. The average number of eggs per egg mass is 30. The larvae are up to 25 mm long; body pale purplish brown to brownish [...] brownish and dark spots with a pale centre at the base of the hairs. The head is brown to brownish black. The pupae are up to 2 cm long and light to dark reddish

• Japanese beetle

  the body. It is a pale-cream colour at first, gradually becoming tan and finally taking on the metallic green of the adult. The adult is an attractive [...] control actions were taken to prevent further spread. The Japanese beetle is on the A2 list of the European Plant Protection Organization (EPPO). To prevent [...] National Plant Protection Authorities. Damage symptoms Skeletonized foliage is the most common symptom of feeding by the adult. The beetles generally feed

• Consumers

  list. Biological crop protection What is biological crop protection ? The idea behind biological crop protection is very simple: natural enemies such as [...] Producing our natural enemies, bumblebees, and microbiological solutions is a knowledge-intensive process. In addition, implementing our products requires [...] channel to see how natural enemies attack their prey. Natural pollination What is natural pollination ? Vegetables such as tomatoes and sweet peppers are often

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  or could take years to appear. Not everyone who is exposed to allergens will develop an allergy. It is difficult to determine in practice which substance [...] This information is intended solely for informative purposes and may not be used to diagnose or treat a health-related problem, as it is not a substitute [...] Just as you can be allergic to cats, pollen, and dust mites, it is also possible to be allergic to the natural substances in predatory mites , feeder mites

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  feltiae has significantly reduced these destructive larvae in his crop. ‘This is the first year we have applied Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle [...] to offer a constant, safe and sustainable product. As the use of chemicals is under pressure and biological protection methods are positively perceived [...] production techniques. ‘Today, this allows us to offer a consistent quality that is safe and sustainable all year round on our 14 hectares of high-tech greenhouses

• Cryptobug-L

  temperature for use of Cryptobug is 16°C/61°F. However, as Cryptolaemus montrouzieri favors high temperatures, Cryptobug is most effective at temperatures [...] be repeated at least 3 times at intervals of 1-2 weeks, or until the pest is controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert

• Entofood

  weekly until the Macrolophus pygmaeus population is large enough and pests are present Make sure that Entofood is distributed on top of the crop Entofood can [...] Macrolophus pygmaeus has to build up a population in the crop before pest is arriving Entofood can be used as alternative food in the first weeks after [...] in the first weeks after release of the predatory bug until sufficient prey is present. Precautions Application of this product can cause sensitization or

• Capsanem

  Spray the solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed suspensions Dosage Capsanem is typically applied at a rate of [...] biological control of various insect pests in protected and outdoor crops. It is effective in a wide temperature range. Capsanem can also be applied as foliar [...] strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Steinernema carpocapsae is active between 14-34°C/57-93°F but performs best at temperatures between