Attracker

Attracker Type: Attractant Active ingredient: A solution of sucrose, dextrose and fructose Get in touch with us Find a Koppert dealer Insect attractant Improving [...] of that product. Dosage Outdoor crops: 2-4 litres/ha Greenhouse crops: 100-200 ml per 100 litre of water (0.1-0.2%). Compatibility Attracker can be combined [...] once package has been opened Storage temperature 2-30°C/36-86°F. Storage conditions Store in a cool and dark place Avoid direct sunlight

Fusarium head blight or scab

General Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species [...] weak pathogens and can only infect wounded or stressed host plants. Damage symptoms Fusarium fungi cause vascular wilt, root rot, foot and stem rot, leaf [...] as wheat (fusarium head blight wheat) and post-harvest decay. Life cycle and appearance of Fusarium head blight or scab Most Fusarium species only make

Wheat bunt

stinking bunt. Life cycle and appearance of Wheat bunt Tilletia tritici and Tilletia laevis survive as teliospores in the soil or on seed. These teliospores [...] plant cells and eventually inside the kernels. When that happens, the fungal mycelium turns into teliospores and the whole kernel becomes a bunt ball full [...] General Tilletia tritici and Tilletia laevis only differ in one gene and easily hybridize. There is debate whether they should indeed be considered separate

Mealybugs and scales

wingless and immobile, and covered with a hard scale (armoured scales and soft scales) or with waxy threads (mealybugs). They suck the sap of plants and are [...] stunting growth and causing deformation and/or yellowing of leaves, sometimes followed by defoliation. The overall effect reduces photosynthesis and therefore [...] mealybugs and soft scales also produce honeydew (on which moulds grow) resulting in considerable damage in ornamental and fruit crops and loss of value

Pumpkin, squash and gourd

Cucurbitaceae Pumpkin, squash and gourd About Cucurbita or gourd is a genus of herbaceous vines belonging to the gourd family, Cucurbitaceae . Cucurbits [...] region and Mesoamerica. Currently, five species are cultivated for their edible fruit and seeds. This fruit is alternately known as pumpkin, squash or gourd [...] gourd. That depends on species, variety and local jargon. The fruits of the Cucurbita species are usually large and fleshy, but their size can vary substantially

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are [...] can determine the success or failure of a harvest. These essential techniques provide growers with insights into the health and growth of their crops, enabling [...] measures and optimise their yield. Crop monitoring and scouting is the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close

Pea and Bean Weevil Trap

transparent top with a twist action lining up the slots Application Place traps 10 meters apart on a grass margin or headland of a field that was planted [...] trapping male pea and bean weevils Assists in decisions on insecticide applications Share product : For monitoring and trapping male pea and bean weevils Assists [...] applications Get in touch with us Find a Koppert dealer Use the Pea and Bean Weevil Trap for monitoring pea and bean weevil in combination with specie

Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

Level 3 - level 1 and/or 2 symptoms plus difficulties in breathing and/or a feeling of suffocating Level 4 - level 1 and/or 2 and/or 3 symptoms plus heart [...] The response to a bumblebee sting can differ per incident. The stinger of a bumblebee or a wasp has no barbs. This means that the worker or queen can withdraw [...] excessive sweating, and cold shivers) Treating an allergic reaction In the event of a fever occurring or a grade 1 reaction, contact a GP. The decision can

Spider mites and other mites

weeds and other plants that may serve as a host for mites, and implementing a rigorous cleaning and disinfection program for all tools, equipment, and surfaces [...] damage include yellowing or browning of leaves, stippling or mottling of leaves (small white or yellow spots), and webbing on leaves and stems. The leaves may [...] habitats, from forests and grasslands to horticultural and agricultural crops. Plant mites can be a significant pest in horticulture and agriculture, causing

Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

surfaces and full field distribution - high-tech cultivations with mono-rail or pipe-rail Airbug : hand-held blower - full field distribution - low and mid-tech [...] mono-rail or pipe-rail Mini-Airbug : hand-held blower - hotspot application Airobug 10-12M Airbug 3-5M Mini-Airbug 2-3M Airobug The Airobug is a fully automatic [...] material up to a distance of 10-12 metres from the Airobug. Airbug The Airbug is a hand-held blower used for both full field distribution and for specific