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or want to make a purchase, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Don't let pests compromise your harvest. Contact us now to discover [...] providing a sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides. Meet Koppert’s innovative lineup of predatory mites. Our commitment to continuous innovation and refinement [...] growers worldwide trust as the basis for their integrated pest management strategies. Predatory mites are applied to effectively control pests like whitefly

Black root rot of cucurbits

fungus is dispersed by water, air and soil particles. How to prevent Black root rot of cucurbits Test for the presence of Phomopsis sclerotioides with molecular [...] disinfection needs to be applied thoroughly and evenly. Phomopsis sclerotioides forms sclerotia which can survive adverse conditions for years in the soil [...] The lesions may grow and encircle the root. The roots become yellow-brown to black and ultimately die. Black lesions with fruiting bodies occur more commonly

Fusarium head blight or scab

(25-30 °C) and humid (RH above 85%) conditions increase chances of infection. How to prevent Fusarium head blight or scab Remove or destroy crop residues Choose [...] general, most Fusarium specieshave a similar life cycle. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil and on crop residues of infected plants as chlamydospores [...] takes place as infection of the roots at the root tip or in small wounds, for example where lateral roots branch off from the tap root. Gibberella zeae

Foot rot of cereals

signs serve as key diagnostic features for identifying the presence of the pathogen in affected cereal crops. How to prevent foot rot of cereals Avoid following [...] significant concern for cereal crop growers worldwide. This disease primarily affects the roots and lower stem of cereal plants, leading to rotting and ultimately [...] of Foot rot of cereals Microdochium nivale , a fungal pathogen responsible for causing foot rot in cereals, has a lifecycle showing complex interactions

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Encarsia formosa

parasitic wasp, native to temperate and subtropical regions, has become an important natural enemy for farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance [...] it may be better to switch to the use of Enermix or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] formosa Encarsia formosa is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae , widely recognized for its role in biological control, particularly in the

Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

cultivation to be as organic as possible, and we’ve seen how Mycotal really helps us to achieve that.’ So says Sam van der Knaap, who is responsible for cultivation [...] yet to find out how much of the effect can be attributed to Mycotal.’ Greater peace of mind Nevertheless, Sam is adamant that Mycotal has helped to combat [...] whitefly can’t develop a resistance to it. That gives us greater peace of mind. These are good enough reasons for him to continue with Mycotal. And although

Aphidius colemani

causing aphids to drop from the leaf and fall to the ground. Although many aphids die as a result, many will survive and migrate to other plants to begin new [...] is a parasitic wasp used for biological pest control . This species belongs to the Braconidae family and is primarily known for its effectiveness in controlling [...] recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius colemani The parasitic wasp

Maximize pollination in tomato

secrets to maximize your tomato harvest. Need our tips for hive placement? Download our poster here. Checklist for pollination in tomato Tips for tomato [...] play a vital role in achieving optimal pollination results for tomato crops. If you are seeking to optimize your crop's pollination process and achieve exceptional [...] you with valuable insights, step-by-step instructions, and expert tips on how to successfully integrate commercial bumblebees into your tomato cultivation

Cottony soft rot

thereby creating a source of infection for the next crop. The dispersal to neighbouring plants is by mycelial growth. How to prevent Cottony soft rot Practice [...] occur on stems but also on leaves, fruits and pods. Root infection often leads to premature wilting and death of plants. Life cycle and appearance of Cottony