Broad mite

latus) are not a serious problem, as they are unable to overwinter. Mites belonging to the family of tarsonemids ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater diversity [...] diversity of feeding habits than any other mite family. There are species that feed on fungi, algae, plants, as well as insect and mite predators and parasites [...] case of a mild infestation, one can often see brown, frequently collapsed spots, or brown stripes forming a fine network on the leaves. In case of a more

Ervipar

should be repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products [...] 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 [...] agents, like for instance Aphidend . Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2

Limonica

density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates [...] be repeated once or twice, or until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] necessary precautions. Precautionary measures Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2

Quad

per crop and depends on environmental conditions. Always consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] blueberry. Mode of action After introduction of the hive, worker bumblebees start pollinating the flowers while at the same time collecting pollen to feed [...] performance. After some weeks the colony will reach its maximum size and starts declining in size and pollination activity. Colony development depends on

Flowering potted plants

indoors and are used as ornamental houseplants in countries with colder climates. Kalanchoe is a tropical, succulent flowering plant and a genus that consists [...] leaves, especially around Christmas. Begonia is a perennial flowering plants and belongs to the family of Begoniaceae . The genus consists of 1,795 different [...] consists of about 125 species belonging to the family of Crassulaceae . Hibiscus is well known for its large, ornate flowers which are trumpet-shaped. These

Natutec Airobug

revolving dosage pots ensures a uniform release of carrier material containing natural enemies. The airflow from the fan guarantees a uniform distribution of [...] of the Airobug to start releasing the material How to use Airobug from Koppert Storage conditions Store the Airobug and accessories in a dry and dust-free [...] of this material up to a distance of at least 10 metres from the Airobug. Product components The Airobug is available for mono-rail or pipe-rail and consists

Adalia bipunctata

bipunctata , commonly known as the two-spot ladybird or the two-spotted ladybug, is a species of a predatory beetle. As a natural enemy of aphids , Adalia [...] trees and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first aphids are detected on the trees. Use at least one [...] the different life stages of the predatory beetle Adalia bipunctata when using it as a biocontrol product by their characteristics at each stage. Different

Aphids

they can be found in a variety of habitats throughout the world. Aphids form a single, very large group of insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging [...] order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family containing many species that cause damage in cultivated crops [...] aphids are known as apterous, and winged adults as alate. Alate aphids have two pairs of wings, one of which is much larger than the other. For a large part

Damping-off

substrate the plant turns brown. A typical symptom of a Pythium infection is the easy stripping of the skin from the root cortex with a finger nail. Life cycle [...] Pythium belongs to the Oomycetes, a separate group of microorganisms and is therefore not a real fungus. It survives as oospores, resting spores which are [...] General Pythium is considered a ‘weak pathogen’, meaning that it can usually only affect plants that are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer from stress

Greenhouse whitefly

symptoms The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and [...] probably Brazil or Mexico. Hundreds of plant species from different families serve as suitable hosts for this whitefly. It occurs on many crops, including [...] and the excess is excreted as honeydew, with larger larvae expelling large quantities. The damage that whiteflies cause to a crop is the result of sucking