• Amblydromalus limonicus

  diameter. The larvae have six legs, are the same colour as the eggs, and are only slightly larger. The larvae of Amblydromalus limonicus have to feed. If [...] If they do not have access to food, they develop very slowly and the mortality is high. The nymphs are larger than the larvae, have eight legs, and are [...] s limonicus is not recommended as it is hindered by the glandular hairs on the stems and leaves and does not build up a population. How to use Amblydromalus

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  skin. The nematodes then release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes [...] results To ensure the best results, spray when: Relative humidity is high (> 75%) continuously for several hours after application Temperature is ideally [...] however show that beneficial nematodes are also very effective on foliage-feeding pests. A fact that offers growers many new opportunities the biological

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  April 16, 2025

  at Koppert Mexico. Her role is essential to ensure that every predatory mite reaching our customers is in optimal condition to protect their crops. Bertha's [...] management that reduces pesticide use. Since 2014, she has been dedicated to ensuring the quality of the predatory mites that Koppert produces and imports [...] are designed to maintain the viability of these beneficial organisms until their release in the field. Science and experience as the keys to success Bertha's

• Bumblebee pollination

  maximum pollination . The Natupol system is the result of over 35 years of accumulated expertise coupled to the latest technology – our best bumblebees [...] last longer. The hive design developed over the years helps bumblebees to save 20% of the energy usually spent on cooling and heating the hive. High quality [...] greenhouses, tunnels or netted orchards compared to honeybees. Bumblebees tend to visit all crops close to the hive, which can be a benefit when less attractive

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  Similar to other sachet products, the feeder mite population inside increases, creating a sustainable food source for the predatory mites to build new [...] management systems. Since 2016, the Ulti-Mite version of Amblyseius swirskii has been on the market. Nowadays the Ulti-Mite sachet is also available for our predatory [...] designed to withstand both low and high levels of humidity, making them ideal for use in environments where traditional paper sachets are prone to dry out

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  connecting the transmitter to the climate computer. Heat Do not turn the lights on before midnight Screens and filters Place the Natupol hive with the WBH [...] need max. 2 hours to return to their hive 15:00 Do not keep a hive closed for longer than one day unless additional pollen is fed to the bees. Bumblebee [...] pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00

• Maximizing Bumblebee Pollination in Canadian Fruit Crops

  July 15, 2024

  highly adapted to cool conditions, the Quads never need to be placed in direct sunlight to warm up. Even on chilly spring mornings, the colony maintains [...] above the ground on a pallet, insulation board, or something similar to minimize loss of heat through exposure to the cold ground. This will help make sure [...] hive placement is crucial to maximize the benefits of using bumblebees and minimize any adverse factors. Incorrect placement can lead to severe outcomes

• Predatory insects

  Aphidalia , featuring the ladybug species Adalia bipunctata , is a good solution aphid control. Another notable species is the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus [...] alternative to chemical pesticides. This reduces the environmental impact associated with the use of synthetic chemicals, safeguarding the overall ecosystem [...] a species of predatory bug, is particularly skilled in controlling whitefly and caterpillars but also contributes to the control of spider mites , aphids

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 8, 2024

  where the relative humidity is low. This makes a big difference for these growers as it ensures the predatory mites are able to walk straight into the crop [...] and we have managed to prolong the duration of their efficacy. It’s all about maintaining the moisture in the sachets; keeping the moisture inside without [...] harming the mites and creating the perfect ecosystem for them, with additional prey mites to feed them, thus maximizing the reproduction of the mites. We

• Trial results Onion fly and Fusarium wilt

  Before our products enter the market, they are extensively researched all across the globe. Making sure we can offer you the best solutions for a high [...] cannot be held liable for unauthorized use. Koppert is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or under [...] efficacy (% reduction compared to untreated control) against onion fly damage Capirel efficacy (% reduction compared to untreated control) against onion