• Enermix

  whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps parasitize second to fourth stage larvae of the whitefly . Host feeding also takes [...] may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] average temperature below 17°C/63°F the control of whiteflies may be insufficient. For optimal performance of Eretmocerus eremicus the 24 hour average greenhouse

• Blackberry

  fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae , but also from hybrids within the [...] berry botanically speaking. It is a so-called aggregate fruit that consists of small kernels.

• Nutemia

  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 [...] Use Nutemia as an alternative source of food for build-up and maintenance of generalist predatory mite populations ( Amblyseius swirskii , Amblyseius andersoni [...] 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 Nutemia depends

• Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

  Rodríguez Aviña, Rancho Los Pinos boasts over 70 years of agricultural expertise. On its 610 hectares of protected farmland, the ranch produces various tomato [...] the use of Koppert's biological systems, producers around the world have reduced their impact on the environment by drastically reducing the use of chemical [...] productivity and profitability of their crops. The ongoing collaboration between farmers and Koppert lives up to one of its core values: working for the

• Steinernema feltiae

  then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and [...] Steinernema feltiae nematodes Steinernema feltiae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms [...] are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of pests, including flies (i.e fungus gnats ), thrips , beetles , caterpillars

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the best performance of bumblebees [...] won't be any issues with the foraging activity of the bumblebees, leading to efficient pollination . Placement of hives in low temperatures During the colder [...] maintain their hive temperature between 28-33 °C. They have their own clever ways of regulating this temperature, either by ventilating during warmer temperatures

• Spidex Vital Go

  Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of a couple of weeks. Predatory mites [...] mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 250 sachets. Each sachet contains 100 predatory mites . Presentation Sachets [...] strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites Dosage The dosage of Spidex Vital Go depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  on the shade of the crop can keep the temperatures inside the hive lower. Shading Providing effective shading to the top and the sides of the hive or providing [...] temperatures. Other cooling methods include Use of defused glass and coating, cooling by outside air and use of soil for cooling. Using more bumblebees By using [...] The study of climatic and environmental conditions in which bumblebees need to operate in various countries worldwide conducted over a period of 35 years

• Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

  by using one of our blowing systems instead of hand application Introduce several predatory mite species in one way Uniform distribution of natural enemies [...] release of carrier material containing natural enemies. The airflow from the fan guarantees the even distribution of this material up to a distance of 10-12 [...] release of carrier material containing natural enemies.The airflow from the fan guarantees the even distribution of this material up to a distance of 3-5 metres

• Green potted plants

  many species of green potted plants, the most common are: Ficus Skimmia come in many varieties and are usually used as garden plants, because of their attractive [...] are tolerant of drought, but also air pollution. Dieffenbachia is a very popular ornamental plant and usually sold as houseplant. The leaves of the Dieffenbachia [...] herbaceous plant with a straight stem. Croton belongs to the spurge family of Euphorbiaceae and is an extensive, flowering plant. Succulents , also referred