• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  consumed by a gall midge larva depends on temperature, relative humidity, age and size of the aphids, and the aphid species. The time required to consume an [...] can vary from a few minutes to several hours, depending on the age and nutritional condition of the predator, as well as the size of the prey. Life cycle [...] settings. The predatory gall midge Aphidoletes aphidimyza is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Aphidoletes aphidimyza is available at

• Nutari

  montdorensis ) in the beginning of the season and at low prey densities. Mode of action When density of the target pest is low and there is no alternative [...] Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Carpoglyphus lactis is tolerant to a wide range of conditions and [...] directly together with or just after the first introduction of predatory mites Continue to apply during the season, even when pests are present Nutari can be

• Aphidius matricariae

  tic for the distinction of the species are the fine stripes on side parts of the wasp waist. Aphidius matricariae is specific to aphids of the family Aphididae [...] Aphid control with the parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized [...] least 3 times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions

• Agriflora PRO

  fertilizer at a concentration that will ensure a correct final dosage of product is applied to the plants. Best working conditions Agriflora PRO Maintain Agriflora [...] When to use Agriflora PRO? Use Agriflora PRO to enhance plant growth and improve yield in outdoor crops. The beneficial bacteria in this combination f [...] not apply the same day with other products without first consulting the manufacturer or distributor regarding compatibility. Test the effect on a small number

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  have a stinger, as is the case with honeybees and wasps. Drones cannot sting. The stinger is a weapon for defence. When a bee stings, some venom is injected [...] reaction against the injected venom develops. The response to a bumblebee sting can differ per incident. The stinger of a bumblebee or a wasp has no barbs [...] means that the worker or queen can withdraw her stinger, and is able to sting again. A honeybee’s stinger does have barbs. When a honeybee tries to withdraw

• Pollination

  improve the quality and shelf-life of these products. Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the flower. [...] If the pollen is transferred from anther to stigma on the same flower it is called self-pollination. Cross pollination, is the transfer of pollen from [...] What is pollination? Pollination is an annual challenge for growers when it comes to the production of vegetables, fruit and seed. Well pollinated crops

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  should be repeated a number of times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your [...] the antennae. She turns herself around, curls up the wing tips, and will try to pierce the aphid in the abdomen with her long ovipositor. The ovipositor [...] slightly smaller and their abdomen is a slightly darker colour. A parasitized aphid hardens to become a leathery, black mummy. The adult wasp appears through an

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  nematodes survive on the leaf surface for many hours to several days. Correct application for best results To ensure the best results, spray when: Relative humidity [...] skin. The nematodes then release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes [...] nematodes feed on the tissues of the dead caterpillar which dies within a few days. When applied correctly, beneficial nematodes significantly reduce pest pressure

• Entonem

  solutions As a general rule for tank mixing, always add the nematodes to a fully filled tank containing the compatible product The product is safe for most [...] inside the host. This kills the pest within a few hours to days after infection. Visual effect Infected pest insects in the root zone turn yellow to brown [...] and leave the contents to soak for five minutes Stir again and pour the contents of the bucket into the half-filled spray tank (except when tank mixing

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several berry growers in the region. That was when they learned [...] crops such as raspberries, led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe [...] cause a reduction in the yield of avocado trees and economic losses due to fruit damage. For this reason, integrated pest and disease management is essential