• Fit roots for plant health Technical bulletin 2020 EN

  nutrition for the rhizobiome. Healthy roots that can provide water whenever needed for optimum leaf temperature regulation are the basis for maximum stomata [...] vital that there are sufficient opportunities for both the solution and air, to refresh their composition. For instance, oxygen (O2) must be able to move [...] between 6.0 - 6.5 is the best range for most crops. 4 Figure 2: A pH level between 6.0 - 6.5 is the best range for most crops. 5 Plant roots can a

• Geranium aphid

  peak in June. Winged aphids are formed from May onwards and are responsible for spreading the infestation to other strawberry plants. Acyrthosiphon malvae [...] parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood [...] eggs to overwinter) and monoecious (i.e. they do not change their host plant for overwintering). Wingless females are green or yellow green, often shiny with

• Green peach aphid

  families. Downloads Whitepaper Effective control of Myzus persicae Whitepaper new Myzus persicae genotype FAQ Chrysopa-E Biological control of aphids - Aphelinus [...] honeydew, contaminating fruit and ornamental crops and rendering them unsuitable for market. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting [...] parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  the stomata or directly by penetrating the cuticula. For germination free water is required. For most downy mildews, the optimum temperature is around [...] cells. The pathogens continue to grow inside the leaves and after a while new spore-bearing structures are protruding from the stomata. Because there are

• Koppert and CABI collaborate on making more biological controls available

  October 8, 2018

  thousands of farmers and their families. Under the new agreement, more training is also envisaged for Plantwise* ‘plant doctors’ who give advice on integrated [...] collaboration between CABI and Koppert as part of the MoU are: The creation of new biological control products identified by CABI Raising the awareness of available [...] the environment. ‘We look forward to continuous research into existing and new innovative non-chemical integrated pest management solutions that ultimately

• Combating Strawberry Aphids with Aphiscout

  March 15, 2019

  decide which strategy to pursue for aphid control as the season progresses. Aphiscout can be introduced as a solo treatment, or integrated with other aphid [...] the temperature within the covered cropping area reaches at least 16 o C, for a few hours a day. Aphiscout contains 5 selected parasites Five species in [...] selection process. The parasitic wasps have also had the best preparation for the scouting mission ahead, thanks to the nectar pad within the Aphiscout

• Natupol Excel

  Natupol Excel is developed for crops with a high amount of flowers per m² (35-60 flowers) per week, and for crops grown under artificial light or in warmer [...] Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Environmental conditions Natupol Excel performs [...] Optimizing bumblebee hive schedules in winter Optimal bumblebee hive placement for tomato cultivation under artificial lights Plant Pollinator interactions in

• Natupol

  Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Environmental conditions Natupol performs best [...] Natupol can be used for a wide range of crops, grown on surfaces bigger than 2000 m² and with approximately 25-35 flowers per m² per week. Crops Round [...] Optimizing bumblebee hive schedules in winter Optimal bumblebee hive placement for tomato cultivation under artificial lights Plant Pollinator interactions in

• Natupol Smart

  Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Environmental conditions Natupol Smart performs [...] other vegetable or fruit crops grown on small surfaces. Additionally also for melon crops. Mode of action After introduction of the hive, worker bumblebees [...] Optimizing bumblebee hive schedules in winter Optimal bumblebee hive placement for tomato cultivation under artificial lights Plant Pollinator interactions in

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  producing plants for breeding creates some unique crop protection challenges. “I think there are higher pressures on the plants as they are on site for a longer [...] issue we need to get on top of.” Thrips are a prominent pest for Peter The biggest pest issue for Floranova is thrips , along with sciarid flies and, increasingly [...] susceptible to certain pests,” comments Peter . “For example, peppers and aubergines are magnets for thrips . The biological controls work well on them