• Beneficial nematodes

  roundworms, threadworms, and eelworms. Beneficial nematodes for pest control Nematodes for pest control, often referred to as entomopathogenic nematodes [...] strategy for parasitizing and killing their host insects. Here's how they work: Seeking out hosts: Entomopathogenic nematodes actively search for potential [...] bacteria, thousands of new nematodes emerge from the dead insect's body. These newly emerged nematodes are now ready to seek out new hosts and continue the

• Steinernema feltiae

  applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local Koppert representative for specific advice Spray the [...] soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application For foliar application, spray [...] spray nematodes when relative humidity will exceed 75% for several hours after the treatment Adding an adjuvant and/or an anti-desiccant/humectant can be

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local representative for specific advice Spray the solution [...] soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application For foliar application, spray [...] spray the nematodes when relative humidity will exceed 75% for several hours after the treatment Adding an adjuvant and/or an anti-desiccant/humectant can

• Cottony soft rot

  fluffy mycelium occurs with new dark sclerotia. The fungus also infects seeds and tubers, thereby creating a source of infection for the next crop. The dispersal [...] mycelium, big, dark sclerotia are formed. They can easily be seen with the naked eye and look like rat droppings. The symptoms may occur on stems but also on leaves

• Chrysoperla carnea

  Chrysoperla carnea for pest control Chrysoperla carnea , commonly known as the green lacewing, is a beneficial insect used in agriculture as a natural [...] particularly effective predators. The green lacewing Chrysoperla carnea is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Thrips Mealybugs Caterpillars The [...] 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

• Understanding Orius

  July 12, 2024

  expectation of establishment. Note: A curative treatment for Thripor is a weekly or bi-weekly treatment, until your thrips have been eradicated or when [...] with red eyes. How Soon Do They Begin Feeding? As soon as Thripor have been introduced into your growing space they will begin searching for prey. Thrips [...] greenhouse? Look no further than Thripor (Orius insidiosus), the perfect solution for your growing space! This tiny predatory bug is a powerful tool in Integrated

• Potato/tomato psyllid

  which initially affected potatoes and in recent years has become a problem for other Solanaceae crops such as tomatoes, peppers, aubergines, and tobacco [...] psyllid was considered a minor pest until it was found to be responsible for serious crop damage, both directly and indirectly, the latter causing the [...] known as ‘psyllid yellows’, which results in delayed growth, weakness in the new leaves, chlorosis/reddening or purple colouration of the leaf bases and internodes

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  several chemical products, while the demand for produce with low or no residue grew steadily,’ Zoboli explains. ‘For these reasons we conducted tests with various [...] that the leaves stay wet for longer and the nematodes have more time to reach their targets. We applied several cycles of treatments in our heated greenhouses [...] applied Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle of three nematode treatments, we saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large i

• Biological Pest Control

  of ecosystems. Sustainable Biocontrol reduces the need for continuous chemical treatments. Safe for humans and pets Biocontrol methods pose no health risks [...] strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers and retail increasingly favour organic and environmentally friendly products, the demand for biological [...] pest control methods is likely to grow, making it a forward-looking choice for agriculture and pest management. Learn more about Pests Advantages of biological

• Cotton aphid

  Damage symptoms The cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii ) is an important vector for viral diseases. This aphid species can transmit more than 50 different viruses [...] honeydew, contaminating fruit and ornamental crops and rendering them unsuitable for market. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting [...] parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood