Blackberry

About The blackberry is an edible fruit that originates from a wide range of species belonging to the genus Rubus that is part of the family of Rosaceae

Cotton aphid

General The cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii ) is an extremely polyphagous aphid found on more than 700 plant species. Crop plants attacked by this aphid [...] affecting cucumber. Damage symptoms The cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii ) is an important vector for viral diseases. This aphid species can transmit more

Mycotal

Take the required amount of Mycotal For optimal effectiveness combine with an adjuvant such as Addit or Squad Mix with 3-4 litres of water (15-20°C) per

Nutari

Use Nutari as an alternative source of food for build-up and maintenance of generalist predatory mite populations ( Amblyseius swirskii , Amblyseius andersoni [...] present Nutari can be applied by sprinkling on the leaves by hand or with an Air(o)bug Large heaps of carrier material may cause leaf damage, so make sure

Neoseiulus cucumeris

and thrips larvae killed by an adult mite are sometimes partly consumed by the nymphs. At 25°C under optimal conditions, an adult female Neoseiulus cucumeris [...] the size of the prey larvae. Thrips larvae try to defend themselves against an attack by a predatory mite by violently jerking their abdomens. First instar [...] locations in the crop, avoid hanging into direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging

Japanese beetle

somewhat shrunken prepupae. The transformation to prepupa and pupa, occurs in an earthen cell formed by the mature larva. The pupa, which is approximately [...] becoming tan and finally taking on the metallic green of the adult. The adult is an attractive, broadly oval beetle, 8-11 mm long, and about 5-7 mm wide. Females [...] with darker copper-green legs. Larvae (mainly third-instar) overwinter in an earthen cell about 15-20 cm deep in the soil. In early spring, when the soil

Steinernema carpocapsae

humidity will exceed 75% for several hours after the treatment Adding an adjuvant and/or an anti-desiccant/humectant can be beneficial. Ask your Koppert rep [...] Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes? Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through a sprinkler system, with a backpack sprayer, or

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

lies Koen's farm, where traditional and organic agriculture come together. In an interview, Koen shares his personal experiences and insights about the future [...] traditional farming practices. For him, it is clear that chemical-free farming is an inevitable trend, and he is determined to prepare for this new phase of s [...] sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example, Koen is an inspiration for others striving for more sustainable agriculture."

Nutemia

Use Nutemia as an alternative source of food for build-up and maintenance of generalist predatory mite populations ( Amblyseius swirskii , Amblyseius andersoni [...] present Nutemia can be applied by sprinkling on the leaves by hand or with an Air(o)bug Large heaps of carrier material may cause leaf damage, so make sure

Tomato looper

strawberry, banana, sweet pepper and tomato but also chrysanthemum and geranium. An annual migrant from southern Europe, the golden twin-spot moth ( Chrysodeixis [...] normal five and therefore the caterpillar moves with the same looping motion as an inchworm (geometrid). The cocoon is usually attached to the underside of leaves