• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  more effectively and as they lay their eggs earlier, the population develops more rapidly.’ A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex [...] problems in cucumbers. The ability of Spidex Vital to tackle spider mites and hot-spots effectively brings a sense of calm to the farm.’ He states that [...] game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps the benefits.’

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  its effectiveness at relatively low temperatures and is especially recommended to suppress high densities of thrips and whitefly. Key advantages of Amb [...] lus limonicus prefers the larvae of various species of thrips (first and second larval stages) and eggs and larvae of greenhouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes [...] instar larvae of thrips and lays 3 eggs per day at 25°C under optimal conditions. Life cycle of Amblydromalus limonicus The life cycle of Amblydromalus

• Aphiscout

  Pests Effective against most commonly occurring aphids . Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids [...] after the first introduction. Visual effect Parasitised aphids turn into mummies which look slightly different depending of the parasitic wasp species. Pack [...] and sticking the end of the label back onto the label Turn the lid until the small holes align with the opening Dosage The dosage of Aphiscout depends on

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  condition of the predator, as well as the size of the prey. Life cycle of Aphidoletes aphidimyza Growers can recognize the different life stages of the gall [...] Feeding behaviour of Aphidoletes aphidimyza The searching behaviour of adult female gall midges is extremely efficient. They are capable of locating aphid-infested [...] aphid control Aphidoletes aphidimyza is a species of predatory gall midge known for its effectiveness in biological pest control , specifically targeting

• Bumblebee pollination

  the preservation of biodiversity and the overall health of ecosystems Why are bumblebees good pollinators? Bumblebees are very effective and efficient p [...] as they visit a high number of flowers per minute and transfer more pollen to the stigma than other pollinators. Benefits of bumblebees are: Bumblebees [...] guarantees maximum pollination . The Natupol system is the result of over 35 years of accumulated expertise coupled to the latest technology – our best

• Beneficial nematodes

  Some of the well-known beneficial nematode species include: Steinernema feltiae : These cold tolerant nematodes are effective against a wide range of so [...] group of worms belonging to the phylum Nematoda. Nematodes are characterised by their unsegmented, cylindrical bodies, and they come in a variety of sizes [...] equipment Compatible with most pesticides Leaves no residue Downloads Effective control of onion and bean seed fly Wireworms control in potatoes Using nematodes

• Cucumber

  Integrated pest management ( IPM ) is of importance in cucumber cultivation, to ensure the health and productivity of cucumber crops. Cucumbers are exceptionally [...] yields. Implementing IPM strategies is crucial for effectively controlling and mitigating the impacts of these pests and diseases. By combining various techniques [...] while safeguarding the health and yield of their cucumber crops. Using IPM strategies not only minimizes the use of harmful chemical pesticides but also promotes

• Bugs

  discoloration, and yield loss. Effective bug control is key to maintaining healthy, high-quality crops. Biological control of bugs combines targeted monitoring [...] insects. Their life cycle consists of an egg, usually five nymphal instars and the adult insect. Several species of especially the families Miridae and [...] obvious damage is the deformation of growing points. They also cause tissue damage and deformed growth as a result of toxic substances that they inject

• Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly and thrips control

  significant damage to crops and plants. An effective method for controlling whiteflies and thrips is through the use of entomopathogenic fungi, such as Akanthomyces [...] cide that contains the blastospores of Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6. Mycotal is a biological solution for a range of pests, including whiteflies and thrips [...] cultivation. How Mycotal works When applied to the target pest, the spores of the fungus Akanthomyces muscarius attach to the whiteflies and thrips and

• Aphidalia

  Pests All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action The ladybirds feed on aphids and lay eggs in the aphid colonies. After emergence, the larvae also feed [...] diameter, maximum 3 bags per tree Dosage The dosage of Aphidalia depends on climate and the size of the trees and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Adalia bipunctata is most effective at temperatures