• Hop

  About The hop is a small genus of flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae. Hops are the female flowers (seed cones, strobiles) of the plant and are [...] as hops “vine”, this plant is technically a bine. Bines have stout stems with stiff hairs to aid them in climbing. They are a vigorous grower with the ability [...] currently the most acreage of production occurs. Although these plants have a very long life cycle, with the continued popularity of microbrews across the globe

• Maximizing Bumblebee Pollination in Canadian Fruit Crops

  July 15, 2024

  pollen. Note: 5-7 days prior to a flower’s opening is a good delivery window to aim for. 2. Distance from Honeybees: Honeybees can destroy bumblebee colonies [...] provide a buffer in case the colonies get mildly damaged by shipping, as they will spend a few days repairing the hive before they start foraging for pollen [...] leverage their strengths effectively. Proper hive placement is crucial to maximize the benefits of using bumblebees and minimize any adverse factors. Incorrect

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

  represents a significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In [...] sachets function like a continuous engine, allowing predatory mites to reproduce within the sachet and gradually emerge over a period of 4-6 weeks. Moisture [...] 2016, the Ulti-Mite version of Amblyseius swirskii has been on the market. Nowadays the Ulti-Mite sachet is also available for our predatory mites Amblydromalus

• Spidex Vital Plus

  if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites [...] persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to

• Aphidend

  until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] it is crucial to keep the night temperature above 12°C/61°F, to ensure optimal conditions for oviposition. Apply Aphidend in an environment with a high [...] Pests All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult gall midges emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. After emerging

• Spical Ulti-Mite

  if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites [...] al conditions Neoseiulus californicus is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%

• Knowing & recognizing

  characteristics. Shop now Koppert - A knowledge company The use of biological control is not a simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects [...] the latest edition comprises 443 pages, 700 photographs, and dozens of illustrations of the most prevalent pests, diseases and their natural enemies. This [...] aspects need to be considered. The need for knowledge has been recognized by Koppert for over 50 years. Recent scientific discoveries concerning beneficial

• Plant Health

  absence of toxic substances. Plant Health Products Embracing a systems approach for sustainable agriculture Recognizing the negative impacts of food production [...] maintaining optimal plant growth. A balanced metabolite profile, comprising primary and secondary metabolites, is essential for resilience against environmental [...] plant resilience: the role of plant compounds Defense mechanisms through complete compounds The degree of plant resilience is linked to its ability to form

• Aphipar

  sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop [...] advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Most effective between [...] inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  applications of our nematodes for years. Laboratory and field experience show that Entonem and Capsanem are significantly effective against a variety of caterpillars [...] Temperature is ideally within optimal range of 13 – 30 °C. Solar radiation is low Usually evenings or early mornings are suitable timings for application [...] entomopathogenic nematodes are mainly known for the biological control of soil pests such as thrips pupae, and larvae of sciarid flies and several beetles . Research