Plant Health

of complete proteins crucial for plant growth. A well-established soil food web contributes to minimal susceptibility to opportunistic pathogens. Stored [...] ic energy leads to the storage of lipids, essential for forming plant secondary metabolites (PSM). Elevated lipid levels contribute to stress tolerance [...] through complete compounds The degree of plant resilience is linked to its ability to form structurally complete compounds, such as carbohydrates, lipids

FAQ Nematodes

and search for a host. It is therefore important to leave the soil moist for a few weeks after application of nematodes. Can I apply nematodes to each su [...] cause harm to plants. However, entomopathogenic nematodes are 100% safe for plants, animals and humans. This is because only insects can be host to this group [...] nematodes belong to the group of saprophytes. These nematodes are harmless and live of dead organic matter to provide a rich soil life. How do entomopathogenic

Akanthomyces muscarius

Due to its specific mode of action, Mycotal is safe for beneficial insects, making it a powerful weapon in an integrated IPM program. Learn more How does [...] requires sufficient humidity inside the crop canopy for several hours after application for the spores to germinate and infest the pest Spray at late afternoon [...] natural and environmentally friendly alternative to chemical insecticides. Akanthomyces muscarius for pest control The beneficial fungi Akanthomyces muscarius

Municipality Enschede: Entonem nematodes against oak processionary caterpillar

The Municipality of Enschede started using nematodes for the first time in the spring of 2021 to try to halt the spread of the oak processionary caterpillar [...] total of 2600 to 3000 oak trees with nematodes.’ Maintenance of biodiversity The municipality also used pheromone traps last summer, to help it to determine [...] and based on the nuisance that we experience, we’ll be able to decide whether to expand the use of nematodes in following seasons,’ explains Klein Breukink

Hop

grower with the ability to extend up to 20 inches a week, and even 50 ft tall in one season. They are typically trained on strings up to 25 ft tall. The hop [...] Although frequently referred to as hops “vine”, this plant is technically a bine. Bines have stout stems with stiff hairs to aid them in climbing. They are [...] continued popularity of microbrews across the globe, genetics for flavoring have dictated how long these plants stay in the ground. They emerge each year

Downy mildew of Cucurbits

cuticula. For germination free water is required. For most downy mildews, the optimum temperature is around 15 o C and the closer the temperature is to this [...] the underside of the leaf, this is where most fluffy symptoms are found. How to prevent Downey mildew Choose resistant cultivars Use a wide crop rotation [...] mildew Pathogens causing downy mildew are not fungi but Oomycetes and related to Pythium and Phytophthora. They survive as oospores. From these oospores or

Aphidius matricariae

recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use Aphidius matricariae The natural enemy [...] Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological pest control of aphids . This [...] as Aphipar-M . Aphidius matricariae products Aphipar-M Expand all items How to use Aphidius matricariae The parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae is available

Aphelinus abdominalis

recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphelinus abdominalis The parasitic [...] tips, and will try to pierce the aphid in the abdomen with her long ovipositor. The ovipositor will remain inserted for several minutes for egg deposition [...] s is a parasitic wasp for the biological control of various aphid species. The parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis is used for the biological control

Thripex-Mini

mites, honeydew and pollen. How does it work Adult predatory mites actively search for and feed on their prey. Application For Hanging Baskets – insert sachets [...] is recommended to carry out a small field test to monitor the effects. Best working conditions The predatory mite is not susceptible to diapause and therefore [...] introduced to the crop as soon as possible after receipt. Failure to do so can have a negative impact on their quality. In case you do need to store Thripex

Beetles

Find solutions for your crop Beetle damage Beetle species Beetle control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our beetle [...] stored products. There are many useful beetles as well. For instance, ladybirds contribute to the control of aphids . Beetles undergo a complete metamorphosis [...] all. Find solutions for beetles in your crop Life cycle of beetles Beetle damage Both larvae and adults of beetles can cause damage to crops. The larvae