• Anso-Mite

  planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 50-250 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at weekly intervals [...] andersoni is effective at temperatures above 14°C/57°F. Optimum temperatures are between 20 and 28°C (68 and 82°F). A. andersoni is sensitive to relative [...] taking the necessary precautions. Precautionary measures Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  aphidimyza is most effective between 20 and 30°C (68 and 86°F), effectivity decreases significantly at higher temperatures. As gall-midges are active at night [...] adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first aphids are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 1-10 per [...] aphidimyza when using it as a biocontrol product by observing distinct physical characteristics at each stage. Here's how growers can identify the different life

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  particular if the person was stung in a sensitive location, such as near the eyes. As soon as possible after being stung, the person should take an anti-in [...] a systemic allergic reaction, or an anaphylactic reaction. Because an allergic reaction involves antibodies formed during a previous exposure to an antigen [...] prescription for an adrenaline auto-injector (such as an EpiPen or Jext) from your doctor. This can be carried with you and is used to inject epinephrine into the

• Aphidius colemani

  abdomen that is as long as the wings, is equipped with an ovipositor, and is black, with light brown legs. [...] nicotianae ) The natural enemy Aphidius colemani is available at Koppert as Aphipar . Aphidius colemani products Aphipar Expand all items How to use Aphidius [...] colonies. Life cycle and appearance of Aphidius colemani Female Aphidius spp. deposit an egg in an aphid in which four larval instars subsequently develop

• Pollination checklist tomato

  level is at temperatures between 8 and 28 degrees Celsius. At temperatures between 28 and 32 degrees Celsius, their activity level gradually drops. At higher [...] best at a relative humidity (RH) of between 50% and 80%. A relative humidity of more than 80%-85% will result in pollen not being released and the bumblebees [...] n , a bumblebee bites onto the flower and makes the flower vibrate. This is known as buzz pollination. The imprints of the bumblebee's jaw on the flower

• Atheta

  weeks at 25ºC. After that period the adult predatory beetle will be active for approx. three weeks. An adult female will lay 8 eggs per day during the first [...] 25°C/77°F. Handling Biological beneficials have a very short life expectancy and therefore need to be introduced into the crop as soon as possible after receipt [...] Introduce at least 2 predatory beetles per m² by distributing the content of 1 package (1,000 beetles) into 10 to 20 small piles on the surface of the plant

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  even at temperatures as low as 14 °C, it maintains high egg-laying and predation rates. Under fluctuating conditions, such as 16 hours at 16 °C and 8 hours [...] What sets A. limonicus apart from other predatory mites is its proven ability to also perform well at the lower end of this temperature range. Trials have [...] dosage of Limonica depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the

• Diglyphus isaea

  repeated at least 3 times at weekly intervals or until control is achieved. At low temperatures (<20°C/68°F) it might be better to use Minusa. Consult a Koppert [...] Leaf miners The parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea is available at Koppert as Miglyphus Diglyphus isaea products Miglyphus Expand all items How to use Diglyphus [...] introduction as soon as the first mines are visible in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-3 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider mites can cause real problems in this type of crop, an even better beneficial is always [...] Feltiella, and Swirskii. Together, they create an effective mix. You can see them soon after they have been released and they get right down to doing their job [...] 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 weeks later. ‘As

• Akanthomyces muscarius

  compatible in the tank mix with a wide range of other plant protection products, making it easy to integrate in your current spraying program. An added benefit [...] muscarius is frequently applied as a microbial pesticide in agriculture and horticulture, providing a natural and environmentally friendly alternative to chemical [...] Mycotal is safe for beneficial insects, making it a powerful weapon in an integrated IPM program. Learn more How does Akanthomyces muscarius work? Akanthomyces