Integrated Pest Management

The use of insect traps ( e.g. Rollertraps or Horiver) is very important for monitoring the flying stages of pests such as whitefly and thrips . For some [...] control pests while minimising the use of pesticides. Integrated Pest Management is a dynamic and multifaceted strategy for pest control. It combines biological [...] parasitic wasps and beneficial nematodes are examples of beneficial organisms used for biological pest control . The beneficial organisms prey or parasitise on

Bacterial wilt, brown rot

conditions favourable for the bacteria, the whole plant will wilt soon after the first symptoms appear. When conditions are less conducive for disease development [...] wounds they make on roots help the bacteria to infect the crop Do not use cut potatoes for propagation, since cutting tubers can increase disease incidence [...] 250% Quarantine measures are in place, including a five-year ban on using a field for potato cropping after infection of potatoes from that field has been

Mirical-N

distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Optimal temperatures for Mirical are above 20°C/68°F [...] development of Macrolophus pygmaeus significantly. Combined use For effective control of spider mite use Mirical-N in combination with Spidex . Storage time after [...] pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Use for control of hotspots. Introduction rates typically range from 10-50 per m

Natutec Mini-Airbug

Use the Natutec Mini-Airbug for the distribution of natural enemies in the crop. The Mini-Airbug can be used for full-field distribution, specific hot [...] (6V) with chargers Belt bag for the battery Adjustable dosing pot and mixing pot The Mini-Airbug is also available for use on trolleys and is then delivered [...] hot spots as well as for the distribution of Artefeed and Entofood. Mode of action The innovative combination of the special fan of the Mini-Airbug and the

Encarsia formosa

important natural enemy for farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides. Encarsia formosa is used for the control of the following [...] to the use of Enermix or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae , widely recognized for its role in biological control, particularly in the management of whitefly

Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

the Airobug. Airbug The Airbug is a hand-held blower used for both full field distribution and for specific hot spots. The Airbug’s special fan, in combination [...] Airbug 3-5M Mini-Airbug 2-3M Airobug The Airobug is a fully automatic blower used for large surfaces and full field distribution in high-tech cultivations. The [...] metres from the Airbug. Mini-Airbug The Mini-Airbug is a hand-held blower used for full field distribution, specific hot spots as well as the release of Nutari

Herbs

plants which are used as food ingredient, natural medicine or fragrances. They often have savory or aromatic characteristics and are used for flavouring dishes [...] spices. Herbs are the leafy green or flowering parts of a plant, which can be used fresh or dried. Spices derive from other parts of herbal plants and are often

Onion fly

of the plant. For onion growers, onion fly infestations can be a major concern, but there are a few control strategies that can be used to manage this [...] application of nematodes is critical for their success, so it's important to carefully follow the instructions when using this strategy of onion fly control [...] this pest. These include crop rotation, planting resistant varieties, using biocontrol agents, and applying chemical insecticides when necessary. Damage caused

Fusarium wilt

banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to come. Life cycle and appearance of Fusarium wilt Fusarium [...] residues Choose resistant cultivars Use clean propagation materials (seed can be treated effectively with hot water) Use clean substrate in greenhouse crops [...] cycle, is similar to that of most Fusarium species. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil and on crop residues of infected plants as chlamydospores

Capirel

billion/acre). For orchard pests use 1,000 to 1,500 litres of water per hectare (100 to 160 gallons/acre). For common asparagus beetle use 500 litres of [...] Capirel can be used for biological control of various insect pests in orchards, berries, outdoor vegetables and urban trees. Pests Fly larvae ( Diptera [...] applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local Koppert representative for specific advice Spray the