• Praon volucre

  Praon volucre The parasitic wasp Praon volucre is available in a bottle ( Aphiscout ) Peel off the outer layer of the label starting at the upper right corner [...] Hang the cylinder 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 [...] pedestal to form under the empty aphid skin, which is typical for the genus Praon. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a round hole in the mummy.

• Diglyphus isaea

  Diglyphus isaea The parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea is available in a bottle ( Miglyphus ). Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning [...] Liriomyza trifolii ). The female wasp deposits her eggs inside the larvae of the leafminer, where the emerging larvae feed on the host’s internal tissues [...] into the mine to pupate. There are three larval instars: the first is colourless and transparent, the second is yellow and semi transparent with a brown

• Plant Disease Management

  preventing the disease from spreading further. Crop rotation Crop rotation is a fundamental strategy, which means avoiding planting the same crop in the same [...] What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] disease cycles and reduces the buildup of pathogens in the soil. Disease-resistant varieties Another vital aspect of prevention is the use of disease-resistant

• Anagyrus vladimiri

  Anagyrus vladimiri The parasitic wasp Anagyrus vladimir is available in a bottle ( Citripar ). Remove the label from the bottle according to the instructions [...] filaments on the lateral margins of the host. Oviposition generally lasts about 15-40 seconds. The larva of the parasitic wasp completely consumes the contents [...] gnawed at the posterior end of the mummy. Anagyrus vladimiri has a strong photokinetic response, i.e. the female is strongly attracted to light and is inactive

• Plant Health

  interact with their environment is crucial. Photosynthesis, the source-sink dynamics between leaves and fruits/roots, and the intricate soil food web play [...] Fostering plant resilience: the role of plant compounds Defense mechanisms through complete compounds The degree of plant resilience is linked to its ability [...] they transfer sugars to the root system, stimulating the soil food web. This interaction releases essential minerals, enabling the formation of complete

• Pollination

  improve the quality and shelf-life of these products. Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the flower. [...] If the pollen is transferred from anther to stigma on the same flower it is called self-pollination. Cross pollination, is the transfer of pollen from [...] from the anther of one flower to the stigma of another flower on the same plant or on another plant. Many flowers require insects such as bumblebees or flies

• Montdo-Mite

  Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Carefully sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few [...] twice, or until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your [...] Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Montdo-Mite depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start

• Koppert collaborates with Valto to control harmful tomato virus

  October 8, 2018

  aware of the yield losses that this virus can cause.’ ‘Yes, at first some growers may be a bit hesitant, since a vaccination is a weak form of the disease [...] sale of this natural viral solution to the rest of the world. The product is awaiting registration in most of the remaining EU countries and registration [...] currently protects a substantial percentage of the total production of tomatoes in the Netherlands. ‘ V10 has proved its worth during the course of several

• Flowering and Pollination in Blueberry

  April 4, 2019

  There are a few critical periods in the blueberry growth-cycle. The first is bud initiation in the autumn. Before the plant goes into dormancy, the plant is [...] consequently, the yield. Flowering is the second critical period. The flowers on the blueberry bush will pollinate and set fruit in a 2-3-week window, during [...] are flowering, and pollination is taking place: the right bio-stimulant at the right growth stage can have a major impact on blueberry production and quality

• Our new branding: inspired by nature

  January 17, 2022

  100 countries all over the world. Over the years, our family company has evolved from a pioneering concern with four employees into a global market leader [...] In addition, the symmetry symbolises the equal importance of plant protection above and underground. The natural shapes and colours of the new Koppert brand [...] update, a branding that matches our ambition and reflects our connection to nature. ‘Our mission to contribute to the health of people and the planet by