• Plant Disease Management

  goal of biological control is to reduce the damage caused by these pathogens while minimizing the use of chemical pesticides and their associated environmental [...] preventing the disease from spreading further. Crop rotation Crop rotation is a fundamental strategy, which means avoiding planting the same crop in the same [...] disease cycles and reduces the buildup of pathogens in the soil. Disease-resistant varieties Another vital aspect of prevention is the use of disease-resistant

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes feed on the tissues of [...] Free of concerns about the diminishing performance of conventional pesticides and even pesticide resistance, growers rely on nematodes as a permanent [...] layer, a dry leaf surface does not stop the nematodes. Depending on climatic conditions, nematodes survive on the leaf surface for many hours to several

• Tomato

  insects can be found mostly on the stems where they feed on the sap of tomato plants, causing stunted growth and yellowing of the leaves. Their waxy, cotton-like [...] y, the beneficial nematode Steinernema feltiae ( Entonem ), can contribute to the reduction of leaf miner larvae, when applied on the leaves of the tomato [...] damage. The tomato leafminer ( Tuta absoluta ) is an increasing problem worldwide, it is devouring tomato foliage and inflicting significant harm to the entire

• Koppert One

  Soil application support is coming soon. Gain insights into pesticide side effects on beneficial insects and pollinators Pesticides can impact natural enemies [...] effective Reduce the risk of unsuccessful applications Improve pest control results in the field Make confident, data-driven decisions The result? More consistent [...] pollination . Digital Assistant for pesticide side effects and crop protection advice Find the answers you need in seconds with the Koppert One Digital Assistant

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  it in the shadow of the crop. Ensure that the underside of the hive is kept dry. Keep the hive entrance visible for humans and bumblebees during the flowering [...] to allow the bumblebees to gather food. Position the hives evenly throughout the plot for maximum results. The recommended number of hives is dependent [...] necessary because the honeybees may be attracted by the sugar water in the bumblebee hive, particularly if the main crop is not yet flowering. After positioning

• Plus, Ulti-Mite or LD. Which Sachet is Best for You?

  May 7, 2024

  be high enough for the yeast to continue to grow on the bran. What is the difference between each type of sachet and which one is the best choice for your [...] or more types of bran mites the predator mite In this system, the yeast grows on the bran acting as a food source for the bran mites, which in turn acts [...] acts as a food source for the predator mite. After feeding on the bran mites, the predator mites then breed inside the sachet, and slowly overtime (4-10wks)

• Predatory insects

  chemicals The use of predatory insects often results in a decreased reliance on chemical pesticides. This reduction is beneficial for both the environment [...] 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

• Predatory mites

  Scouting is essential to know where the pest is, how severe the infestation is and to identify the pest. Select the right predatory mite: Choose the appropriate [...] to chemical pesticides. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the rearing of the predatory mite [...] Quantity: Determine the appropriate quantity of predatory mites needed based on factors such as the size of your crop and the severity of the pest infestation

• Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet

  you with more time to focus on other areas of work. The sachet application is more time efficient, which offers potential savings on labour. Easy application [...] hotspots no chance The innovative rearing system created by the sachets of Spidex Vital Plus allows Phytoseiulus persimilis to multiply in the sachet and disperse [...] break out further and the hotspots are eventually completely eradicated. Spidex Vital Plus works well on all life stages of the two-spotted spider mite

• Parasitic wasps

  development: When the parasitic wasp eggs hatch, the newly emerged larvae begin to feed on the host pest. They consume the host from the inside, which ultimately [...] leads to the death of the host. Pupal stage: After the larvae have consumed the host, they pupate, forming a cocoon or pupal stage within or on the host's [...] Emergence: Once the parasitic wasp reaches maturity, it emerges from the host's body or the cocoon. The host pest is typically killed in the process. Host