• Encarsia formosa

  the use of Enermix or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] appearance of Encarsia formosa The development of E. formosa consists of six stages: the egg, three larval instars, a pupal instar, and the adult wasp. All these [...] natural enemy for farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides. Encarsia formosa is used for the control of the following

• Navigating the Whitefly Battle

  March 6, 2024

  phloem feeders, which means they feed directly from the plant tissue responsible for movement of photosynthates (the resulting product of photosynthesis) in [...] Leaf-Curl Virus which is one of the most devastating viruses for a tomato crop. The Greenhouse Whitefly is a primary vector of Beet Pseudo Yellows Virus in [...] time. Hint: For Greenhouse Whitefly, you can use it selectively by spraying it at the tops of the tomato heads, taking most of the adults out of the equation

• Aphidius matricariae

  advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use Aphidius matricariae The natural [...] cycle and appearance of Aphidius matricariae Adults are 3-4 mm golden brown wasps with long antennae. Characteristic for the distinction of the species are [...] belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological pest control of aphids . This small wasp is a valuable natural enemy in

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphelinus abdominalis The [...] parasitic wasp for the biological control of various aphid species. The parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis is used for the biological control of the following [...] Make sure the material remains dry and at its introduction site for a few days The dosage of Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should

• Understanding Orius

  July 12, 2024

  feed on all active life stages of thrips, including adults. All these biologicals work together as a team in your crop combatting all life stages of thrips [...] you tired of battling pesky thrips in your grow room or greenhouse? Look no further than Thripor (Orius insidiosus), the perfect solution for your growing [...] to establish, it is best not to apply Thripor from the end of September to the end of March of the following year (between wk 39 and wk 12). However, they

• Whitefly

  reservoirs for whiteflies. Regularly remove and dispose of any infested plant material. Monitor regularly Regularly inspect your crops for signs of whiteflies [...] Here are some of the common signs of whitefly damage: Yellowing of leaves: Whiteflies feed on plant sap, which can cause the leaves of infested plants [...] productive crops and prevent the spread of diseases. Biological control of whiteflies uses a combination of natural enemies and tools that target different

• Diglyphus isaea

  advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for Diglyphus isaea Diglyphus isaea [...] within the order Hymenoptera . It is widely recognized for its role as a biological control agent for leaf miner control. Its ability to effectively target [...] and integrated pest management programs. Diglyphus isaea is used for the control of the following pests: Leaf miners The parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea

• Aphidius ervi

  or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius ervi The parasitic [...] ervi female wasp can parasitize hundreds of aphids within two days. Aphidius ervi is used for the control of the following pests: Potato aphid ( Macrosiphum [...] remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Ervipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should

• Leaf miners

  is affected. The size of a leaf tunnel depends on the stage of development of the leaf, the species of host plant and the species of leaf miner. The older [...] Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae tunnel into the leaves of plants, creating ‘mines’. There are many species of leaf miner affecting various [...] tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants of fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable quantity of foliage can be lost

• Beetles

  species, Coleoptera is the largest of all insect orders and displays an enormous variety of form, size and habit. A number of species are a serious pest in [...] on the species. Life cycle of beetles Beetle control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our beetle control products in [...] solutions for beetles, professional growers can achieve reliable pest management, protect crop quality and support sustainable production. Solutions for beetle