• FAQ Nematodes

  dead organic matter to provide a rich soil life. How do entomopathogenic nematodes work? Nematodes are actively looking for a host or using an ambush strategy [...] expect effect? How fast do the nematodes work? Under optimum conditions, a nematode can kill an insect in 24-48 hours. Under field conditions, a nematode will [...] will first have to look for a host. The effect of treatment is thus strongly dependent on how quickly a nematode has found a host. Is the effect visible

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• Predatory Mites: Should I Order Bottles or Sachets?

  May 31, 2024

  What is a predatory mite breeder sachet? A predatory mite breeder sachet is a small climate resistant packet containing a predatory mite, a feeder mite [...] amounts of money and a decrease in pest protection? We get a lot of questions asking: What formulation a customer should use? What is a predatory mite breeder [...] the predatory mite to feed on), and a carrier, such as bran (food source for the feeder mite). How do they work and how long do they last? Predatory mite

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• An unexpected solution: the story of Fernando Rodríguez and Koppert's predatory mites

  February 17, 2025

  with predatory mites, I had many doubts. I didn’t know how they worked, how effective they were, or how to integrate them into my production system," recalls [...] l career, he worked in various agricultural companies, identifying the limitations of conventional pest control methods. In 2016, with a clear vision of [...] committed to a biological control approach. "My goal was always to create an organic and sustainable production system, and Koppert became a key partner

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  provides a visual indication on the map itself to show how the level of infestation is evolving. Different levels of indication are available – on a location [...] app as a tool. It allows us to take the measures we need to take quickly, based on the advice provided the consultant. You can act more promptly.’ A threshold [...] threshold value helps to prevent unnecessary work. Although, with just two whitefly per square metre or a few thrips in your plant, there is little to

• Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

  flies and many others. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. Once they have found a host insect, they penetrate [...] within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have increasingly become a powerful [...] being researched). They are selectively applied to combat a significant variety of pests in a wide range of temperatures, such as the pupae and larvae of

• Navigating the Whitefly Battle

  March 6, 2024

  important in a whitefly IPM program - “ Harnessing the Power of Parasitic Wasps ”. Entomopathogenic Fungi – works against larvae, pupae, and adults . A great [...] ) strategies highlighted the need in many cases for a multi-pronged approach. Whiteflies have a strong liking for various crops, including Tomato , Gerbera [...] with a gap in the wing. Whitefly Damage Whiteflies can cause economic yield loss, both directly from damage to the plant, and indirectly because of a plant

• Trichoderma harzianum

  spp.) Sclerotinia rot ( Sclerotinia spp.) Microdochium spp. How does Trichoderma harzianum work? Trichoderma harzianum T-22 controls plant diseases through [...] such as manganese and iron available for the plant to absorb. As a result, it provides a natural and environmentally friendly approach to disease management [...] substrate or applied in furrow at sowing using a granulator Trianum is most effective when used preventive: a good and early colonization of the root system

• Feltiella acarisuga

  spider mite . Feltiella acarisuga is a key component in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, offering growers a sustainable solution for spider mite [...] available at Koppert as Spidend . How to use Feltiella acarisuga The predatory gall midge Feltiella acarisuga is available in a bottle ( Spidend ). Open the [...] times at weekly intervals, or until the pest is controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best