• Powdery mildew

  Powdery mildew Use resistant cultivars whenever available Extra Silicon and/or Calcium nutrition hardens the cell walls and makes it harder for the fungi to [...] this is not relevant for other diseases that are inhibited by reducing the RH In fruit trees, pruning should be done early in the season Do not provide [...] structures containing ascospores. Ascospores have not been found yet for all powdery mildew fungi and especially in greenhouse crops they don’t play a role

• Enermix

  to the use of En-strip or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] between 20°C and 25°C (68 and 77°F). At a 24 hours average temperature below 17°C/63°F the control of whiteflies may be insufficient. For optimal performance [...] with 5 cards each, wrapped in plastic, in a cardboard box, each card holds 60 parasitised whitefly pupae, 30 E. formosa and 30 E. eremicus . Carrier None

• Protected vegetables

  regular scouting for pests and diseases, help identify issues early, allowing for timely interventions and preserving crop quality and yield. Environmental [...] fungi, and other natural components, to suppress or prevent fungal plant diseases. Scouting and monitoring for pests and diseases Scouting and monitoring [...] of pests and diseases. Growers use various techniques, including visual inspections, traps, and modern technologies like remote sensing and digital image

• Diglyphus isaea

  makes it an invaluable tool in sustainable agriculture and integrated pest management programs. Diglyphus isaea is used for the control of the following [...] pressures. Adult Diglyphus isaea does not feed on leafminers but sustains itself on nectar and honeydew. Life cycle and appearance of Diglyphus isaea Because [...] It is widely recognized for its role as a biological control agent for leaf miner control. Its ability to effectively target and suppress these pests makes

• Licence permits release of Koppert Swirski Mite® in polytunnels in England

  January 6, 2021

  swirskii . For Scotland and the Republic of Ireland, A. swirskii has always been permitted for use under glass and polythene. However, for Wales, Northern [...] licence for Swirski Mite®, issued by DEFRA in November 2020. Until now, Swirski Mite® has been licensed in England for use only in glasshouses, not polythene [...] thank the host farms R. and V. Emery, Romsey, B. R. Brooks and Son, Faversham, and New Forest Fruit Company, Brokenhurst, for allowing Koppert to carry

• Tutasan

  Dosage Use 20-30 traps per hectare uniformly distributed along the walkway and plant rows. Timing During the entire cropping period. Combined use Use in [...] Use the Tutasan trap for monitoring and trapping male tomato leaf miner moths in combination with Pherodis Tuta absoluta . Pests Tomato leaf miner moth [...] Tuta absoluta ). Crops Tomato. Mode of action The Tutasan trap needs to be used in combination with Pherodis pheromone dispensers. The dispensers release

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  compatibility Exercise caution when using pesticides before and during flowering. Some pesticides can be harmful for bumblebees and may also have long-term effects [...] natural pollination in both indoor and outdoor crops. We will delve into the key principles of outdoor crop pollination and explore practical advice to maximise [...] rates and overall crop productivity. From attracting pollinators to implementing pollination techniques, we aim to equip you with the knowledge and tools

• Beneficial microorganisms

  anisopliae and Isaria fumosoroseus, and the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis . Beneficial microorganisms for pest control How it works Infection and colonisation: [...] sms into pest management strategies reduces the need for chemical pesticides, contributing to more sustainable and eco-friendly agriculture. [...] including various biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling

• Predatory insects

  y adapted to target and consume various species of mealybugs, offering an effective and natural solution for mealybug control. For mealybug control Koppert [...] aphidimyza , for aphid control. For spider mite control Feltiella acarisuga ( Spidend ) can be used. Lacewings Lacewings are beneficial insects known for their [...] Cryptobug and Cryptobug-L , featuring the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri . Advantages of using predatory insects Using predatory insects for pest

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  to suit every crop and condition: Bottles Bottles with dosing caps for quick and easy manual application - ideal for hot spots and fast pest response. [...] crops rapidly and thriving in hot, dry conditions. Their resistance to chemical pesticides makes biological control a critical and sustainable option. Predatory [...] larvae, and adults. Their integration into IPM programs forms the cornerstone of success, ensuring population suppression, crop vitality, and reduced chemical