Stick it to Pests: The Power of Mass Trapping

result in the rapid spread of infestations, leading to widespread crop damage. By strategically placing Horiver sticky cards or roller traps in various [...] tomato plants in the path of the whiteflies, we intercept and capture them, thus preventing the migration and subsequent infestation in other parts of [...] and what the difference in efficacy is for both products. Should one be used over the other? Horiver Card and Roller Trap Rates In all cases where pest pressure

Mastering the Battle Against Lawn Pests: White Grubs and Leatherjacket Edition

August and early September in regions like Ontario and Quebec, and between mid-July and early August in British Columbia. Hint: In early spring, white grubs [...] Ultraviolet Light (UV). It is best to avoid spraying in direct sunlight. Spray early in the morning, in the late evening or on a cloudy/rainy day. Avoid combining [...] treating later in the season, you target the 1st instar white grub, which proves more manageable for nematode control. OMAFRA - Grubs in Lawn For control

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

most effective in controlling large populations of mealybugs. Once the supply of mealybugs becomes inadequate, the ladybirds fly off in search of new prey [...] late third and fourth in stars are the most voracious, consuming up to 30 mealybugs per day. 226 Beetles and larvae are most active in sunny conditions. Above [...] usually laid individually or in clusters on plant foliage or near mealybug-infested areas. They are typically yellow-white in color and may be found attached

Plant Disease Management

Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

Bumblebees are found in the natural environment in many countries. In addition, bumblebees and honeybees are used as pollinators in agricultural and ho [...] to the site. In addition, a number of anti-itch ointments are available (e.g. containing diethyl-m-toluamide). In the rare case of a sting in the mouth or [...] into the body through the stinger. In humans, this generates a short severe pain that then fades away. Occasionally (in approximately 1% of cases), an allergic

Caterpillars

caterpillars. Some species mine in leaves or bore holes into fruit or stems, making them difficult to detect and control. In addition to consumption of the [...] Sticky traps help monitor pest activity and reduce flying populations. With Koppert’s biological solutions for caterpillars, professional growers can protect [...] greyish. Adult butterflies do not damage crops. Most of them feed on nectar. In contrast, the caterpillars have biting and chewing mouthparts and can devour

Effective control with Chrysopa-E!

natural enemy with a big menu in that respect. Chrysopa-E is suitable for a wide range of crops and Koppert has conducted tests in various crops with good results [...] supplied in a 6-litre bucket containing 10,000 larvae, the eggs are delivered in a 90 ml canister containing 100,000 eggs, so there is a huge gain in terms [...] Aphids and mealy bugs are difficult to control and an increasing problem in many crops in which hotspots can grow explosively. By using an earlier phase of lacewing

Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly control

available in all countries where the product is registered. Protect your crop when temperatures drop Even in the midst of winter, pests can be present in your [...] your greenhouse. Although the pest reproduction might be low in in colder conditions, or the pest may be inactive, they will start to build up a population [...] serious threat to you crop in a later stage. New research has shown that Mycotal can also be a powerful weapon against pests in colder conditions. Several

Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Heter [...] can be beneficial. Ask your Koppert representative/distributor for more information Spray in the evening (or morning in some cases) allowing nematodes [...] nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety

Chrysoperla carnea

is available at Koppert as Chrysopa and Chrysopa-E . Best conditions for use of Chrysoperla carnea Chrysoperla carnea is effective in a wide temperature [...] and usually laid individually or in small clusters on plant foliage or near prey habitats. They are pale green or white in color and are attached to the substrate [...] carnea , commonly known as the green lacewing, is a beneficial insect used in agriculture as a natural predator of various pest insects. It belongs to the