Chrysoperla carnea

with a salivary fluid that digests the body contents, which are then sucked out. The prey can sometimes be larger than the larva itself. On average a larva [...] Chrysoperla carnea , commonly known as the green lacewing, is a beneficial insect used in agriculture as a natural predator of various pest insects. It belongs [...] of Chrysoperla carnea You can recognize the different life stages of the green lacewing, Chrysoperla carnea , when using it as a biocontrol product by observing

Entomite-M

Spread material evenly on soil or planting medium (not on the plastic) Can also be applied with Natutec Mini-Airbug , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage [...] on rates typically range from 100-500 per m 2 /release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] tal conditions For optimal results the medium has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a loose structure. The minimum temperature for successful

Thripex-Mini

have a very short life expectancy and therefore need to be introduced to the crop as soon as possible after receipt. Failure to do so can have a negative [...] mite is not susceptible to diapause and therefore can be applied all year round. Relative humidity should be above 75% and the temperature above 20°C/68°F [...] especially with a large number of mites and high humidity. Therefore consult your supplier prior to using Thripex and it is recommended to carry out a small field

Cabbage looper

skeletonizing the leaf. They have a voracious appetite and can daily consume up to three times their body weight. Plants can be severely defoliated and stunted [...] General Trichoplusia is not only a damaging pest in crucifers, their favourite host, it can also be found in crops such as tomato, pepper, some cucurbits [...] plants. The pupae have a green colour and then change to a coffee brown colour when close to adult emergence. Finally, the adult has a mottled grayish-brown

Consumers

time a delicious little tomato reaches your plate, it has already had a very long journey. The plant first has to form fruit before the tomato can actually [...] school? If so, you can find a lot of information at www.koppert.ca , but if there is something specific you are looking for, you can reach out to sales@koppert [...] to combat pests and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society, with safe food

Thrips

mites can be an effective preventative measure, as these natural enemies can help keep thrips populations in check. Predatory mites in sachets can be a good [...] larval instars, a pre-pupa and a pupal instar, and finally the adult insect. The eggs are kidney-shaped and have a white or yellow shell. Before a female deposits [...] this stage can the particular species of thrips be identified based on form, colour and pattern of hairs. Recognize thrips Thrips adults can be identified

Pepino mosaic virus

very intense for a few weeks and then disappears to eventually return later in the season. This means that damage can be more severe during a certain period [...] apple) and Physalis (e.g. Physalis floridana ) can also act as a host. Damage symptoms The impact of a PepMV infection for the tomato grower is variable [...] general, when a plant has more stress for whatever reason, losses will be much higher. Symptoms typically appear 2-3 weeks after infection and can significantly

Aphipar-M

from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for [...] develop 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 [...] introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar-M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular

Aphipar

from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for [...] develops 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 [...] introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular

Spider mites and other mites

of the plant. The number of eggs laid by a single female can vary, and they can hatch within a few days to a couple of weeks, again depending on environmental [...] formation of leaf gall. Infested fruits can show yellow or brown spots or can be distorted. Heavy infestation can affect the overall health and growth of [...] forests and grasslands to horticultural and agricultural crops. Plant mites can be a significant pest in horticulture and agriculture, causing damage to crops