• Maximize pollination in tomato

  pollination activity. A single visit by a bumblebee is typically sufficient for successful pollination. Fruit setting occurs once a flower has been adequately [...] process and achieve exceptional yields, harnessing the power of commercial bumblebees can be a game-changer. Bumblebees are efficient and reliable pollinators [...] bumblebees employ a technique called buzz pollination . They grasp onto the flower and generate vibrations, aiding in the transfer of pollen. Within one

• Amblyseius swirskii

  swirskii is a species of predatory mite widely employed for biological pest control in agriculture. The predatory mite is an excellent biocontrol agent of thrips [...] 4 eggs per day on this prey Life cycle of Amblyseius swirskii The life cycle of Amblyseius swirskii consists of egg, larva, protonymph, deutonymph, and [...] Releases should be repeated if necessary. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for

• Nutari

  Transeius montdorensis ) in the beginning of the season and at low prey densities. Mode of action When density of the target pest is low and there is no [...] for predatory mites . This will ensure a standing army of predatory mites in the crop, keeping the target pest on a low level. Pack size 30 gram (2 million); [...] Large heaps of carrier material may cause leaf damage, so make sure the material is distributed as a thin, even layer Dosage The dosage of Nutari depends

• Chafers

  chafers are beetles of the Scarabaeidae family. The larvae of both species live in the soil and feed on the roots of many plants. They are a serious pest that [...] Damage symptoms Larval feeding on the roots can lead to yellowing and wilting of plants. Damage can be severe on young plants and especially in grassland and [...] small mammals digging for the grubs to eat them. Life cycle and appearance of Chafers Adult Amphimallon sostitialis are 14-18 mm long and yellowish chestnut

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  laid on the underside of leaves on leaf hairs or in the axils of main and side veins. They are oval, white and have a diameter of approximately 0.14 mm [...] lays about two eggs per day. Life cycle of Neoseiulus cucumeris The life cycle of Neoseiulus cucumeris consists of the following stages: egg, larva, protonymph [...] Releases should be repeated if necessary. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for

• Neoseiulus californicus

  thrips or pollen. Feeding behaviour of Neoseiulus californicus Neoseiulus californicus is a selective predator of Tetranychid mites, i.e. it prefers to [...] faster on a diet of spider mites than on other food sources. They can also survive longer than Phytoseiulus persimilis in the complete absence of food, remaining [...] to await the arrival of new prey. Life cycle of Neoseiulus californicus The developmental stages are the same as for other members of the Phytoseiidae family:

• IPM app

  disease management has always been a great challenge in agriculture. A healthy crop is paramount, while there is also a growing demand for sustainable food [...] due to a highly accurate insight into pesticide efficacy and optimized timing of biological applications. These factors increase the efficacy of control [...] food production and increased pesticide restrictions. Scouting is a significant part of pest management which can assist the grower to make timely decisions

• Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

  onwards, which is really early. Nesidiocoris tenuis is a bug that has been a problem in France for a good 10 years. It causes significant damage, particularly [...] Macrolophus . Capsanem is a valuable ally!’ Audrey Vignaud is Koppert’s technical head of the consultant for the South East Region of France: ‘We recommended [...] biological equilibrium. SCEA de Fontanel was one of the early Koppert France customers and still is, using many of Koppert’s IPM solutions, including Capsanem

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  the population develops more rapidly.’ A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex Vital is a major advantage for Sjaak van Dijk. ‘As [...] to doing their job.’ A tense moment Sjaak van Dijk switched over to Spidex Vital at the start of February. ‘I have three crops a year,’ he tells us five [...] Vital has done what Sjaak van Dijk expected of it. A week after the first deliveries were released, he had a closer look at the crop. ‘It was clear that

• Bumblebee pollination

  health of ecosystems Why are bumblebees good pollinators? Bumblebees are very effective and efficient pollinators as they visit a high number of flowers [...] bumblebees present a reliable, sustainable solution that guarantees maximum pollination . The Natupol system is the result of over 35 years of accumulated expertise [...] Bumblebee pollination is a vital and efficient process for growers seeking high-quality crop yields. As natural pollinators, bumblebees play a crucial role in enhancing