Dacnusa sibirica

parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae . This insect is known for its role as a biological control agent, particularly in the control of leaf miners [...] achieved. At higher temperatures (>25°C/77°F) and/or higher infestation rates it might be better to use Miglyphus . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized [...] larvae of Liriomyza trifolii than with the larvae o f Liriomyza bryoniae , it is perfectly capable of developing in the larvae of both species. Dacnusa

Aphidius colemani

This species belongs to the Braconidae family and is primarily known for its effectiveness in controlling aphid populations in various agricultural and [...] slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Aphipar depends on [...] the information about whether the aphid is the right species, and whether it has not been parasitized before. If both criteria are met, then the second

100% Sustainable Agriculture

Growing in a sustainable manner with respect for our future generations makes it even more challenging. You are not alone: Koppert wants to help you find the [...] principle in everything we do! Pioneering is not new to Koppert. In fact, it’s in our DNA. Fifty years ago our founder was the first to introduce a natural [...] product portfolio and holistic approach to crop health and resilience is unique; it offers an integrated approach to today’s progressive farmers. With the combination

Pine processionary moth

pityocampa), is a major pest of pine trees around the Mediterranean Sea. It is most conspicuously damaging on pine plantations, or amenity pines. Damage [...] visible. Defoliation damage is extremely serious in young reforested areas where it may lead to death of trees, directly or as a consequence of attack by bark [...] caterpillar is dull apple-green. After the second moult, the caterpillar assumes its definitive appearance and the reddish dorsal urticating hair patches on each

Ephedrus cerasicola

horizontally from a crop wire, branch, or leaf stalk by winding the label around it and sticking the end of the label back onto the label Turn the lid until the [...] repeated when aphids are still present. If the aphid species present is known it might be better to switch to an appropriate single species product ( Aphilin [...] parasitic wasp will develop. Before the development of the larva has ended, it spins a cocoon inside the aphid. This causes the parasitized aphid to swell

La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

great expertise in the integrated management of pests and diseases, making it a benchmark in know-how in the production of peppers. The harvest cycle for [...] environment for the worker and a better quality of fruit for export, since it is produced in safer conditions." Importance of bell pepper cultivation in [...] Mexico The profitability of a crop is based on the quantity and quality of its fruits and the time in which they can be produced and harvested, the price

Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

built-up area was so high that preventive management became necessary. ‘We think it is important to maintain the biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion [...] contact options within the built-up area. For the optimal effect, we did it twice.’ Entonem an important link Van Rijswijk is confident that the use of

Limonica Ulti-Mite

several weeks. Using their piercing mouthparts, they feed on prey by extracting its contents. The Ulti-Mite slow-release sachet, made from 100% industrially [...] limonicus is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 25°C (55 and 77°F). It is not effective above 30°C (86°F). A. limonicus is sensitive to relative

Cut flowers

species and thousands of different cultivars. Hydrangea, or Hydrangea , has its origins in Asia and North and South America. Some species have developed into [...] Latin name for a bulbous plant that originates from Central and South America. It is a bulb plant from the large family of the Amaryllidaceae, the narcissus

Woolly apple aphid

apple pest. It is probably of North American origin and has been distributed to other parts of the world mainly via infested apple rootstocks. It can occasionally