Hop

them in climbing. They are a vigorous grower with the ability to extend up to 20 inches a week, and even 50 ft tall in one season. They are typically trained [...] ingredient in making beer. Although frequently referred to as hops “vine”, this plant is technically a bine. Bines have stout stems with stiff hairs to aid them [...] plants have a very long life cycle, with the continued popularity of microbrews across the globe, genetics for flavoring have dictated how long these plants

Transeius montdorensis

montdorensis is a species of predatory mite utilized in biological pest control . These predatory mites are known for their effectiveness in controlling pest [...] plays a significant role in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Transeius montdorensis for pest control Transeius montdorensis is used for the control [...] control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advise on the best strategy for your situation. More about

Amblyseius swirskii

almost lucent whitish to opaque white or yellow. Due to their size and colour they are difficult to spot in the crop. Best conditions for use of Amblyseius [...] actively search for food on the underside of leaves. They often congregate in the axils of leaf veins to rest. Their colour can vary according to the prey eaten [...] leaves and does not build up a population. Amblyseius swirskii in bottles The predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii is available in a bottle ( Swirski-Mite ).

Neoseiulus cucumeris

actively search for food on the underside of leaves. Due to their size and colour they are difficult to spot in the crop. Best conditions for use of Neoseiulus [...] Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Neoseiulus cucumeris in sachets [...] Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural enemy to help control thrips populations

Ulti-Mite: Revolutionising biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

represents a significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016 [...] designed to withstand both low and high levels of humidity, making them ideal for use in environments where traditional paper sachets are prone to dry out [...] Similar to other sachet products, the feeder mite population inside increases, creating a sustainable food source for the predatory mites to build new

Neoseiulus californicus

is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Neoseiulus californicus in bottles The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus is available in a bottle ( Spical [...] weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about [...] predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, avoid hanging

Phytoseiulus persimilis

adult, except for the resting period in the larval and nymphal stages. On plants, the oval eggs are usually deposited close to, or in a spider mite colony [...] Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Phytoseiulus persimilis in sachets [...] Protonymphs and deutonymphs are similar to the adults in appearance, but smaller in size. Best conditions for use of Phytoseiulus persimilis Phytoseiulus

Shore fly

can transmit plant diseases and can be a nuisance to greenhouse works by their sheer numbers. Frass deposited on leaves or flowers in ornamental crops, [...] following stages: egg, three larval instars, a pupa and the adult fly. The eggs are laid singly and are bean-shaped. A first instar larva is translucent white [...] cylindrical. The larvae are found in the top layer of damp soil, where they also pupate. The adult shore fly is black, about 4 to 5 mm long, and stout with short

Amblydromalus limonicus

and does not build up a population. How to use Amblydromalus limonicus The predatory mite Amblydromalus limonicus is available in a bottle ( Limonica ). [...] Amblydromalus limonicus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control . Amblydromalus limonicus is a natural enemy of various [...] control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about

Ervibank

rock wool in the basket Place the basket in direct light, preferably in a spot where it can remain for 10-12 weeks Fit a dripper to the tussock for continuous [...] can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 5-8°C/41-47°F. Storage conditions Store in a dark place. In case of excess of condensation in the box remove [...] Use Ervibank to provide alternative hosts for Aphidius ervi and Aphelinus abdominalis to build up the population when aphids in the crop are scarce. Natural