Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

hand. A humidity of 85% is fine for pollination in a semi-closed greenhouse, while a humidity of more than 80% starts to impede pollination in a conventional [...] implications for yield and quality. It is essential to point out that exposure to maximum temperatures of more than 30° C for a couple of hours has a negligible [...] effect. For a high 24-hour temperature to affect pollination takes at least one to two weeks. Similarly, it takes two weeks of cold weather for pollination

Natutec Airobug

material to be released and close the lid Attach the dosing pots to the Airobug Turn on the switch of the Airobug to start releasing the material How to use [...] Natutec Airobug for the distribution of natural enemies in the crop. The Airobug can be used for large surfaces and full field distribution in high-tech g [...] Store the Airobug and accessories in a dry and dust-free area. Always store the batteries in the chargers when not in use.

Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

larvae resort to cannibalism under these conditions. At a temperature of 21°C, during the whole period of its development to adult beetle, a larva eats more [...] Cryptolaemus montrouzieri for mealybug control The predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a species of beetle belonging to the family Coccinellidae [...] older larvae appear to prey on all stages of mealybugs equally. Adult ladybirds are good fliers and can disperse over a large area in search of prey. Although

Tomato leaf miner

occurs in greenhouses. The tomato leaf miner has been found in greenhouses for decades, but has become a common pest since the 1960’s, particularly in sweet [...] cosmetic damage. In (sub-)tropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants [...] crop damage in many parts of the world, including North Africa, Europe and northern Asia. In warmer regions, the insect is found outdoors but in temperate

American serpentine leaf miner

cosmetic damage. In tropical and subtropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown [...] or lay eggs, they bore a hole using their toothed ovipositor, usually in the upper side of the leaf. Egg spots are oval and hard to distinguish from feeding [...] larva cuts a sickle-shaped exit hole in the leaf with its mouth parts. After roughly one hour the larva crawls out of the leaf and falls to the ground

Aphidius colemani

all items How to use Aphidius colemani The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make [...] Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of [...] Although many aphids die as a result, many will survive and migrate to other plants to begin new colonies. To avoid becoming covered in their secretions, the

Onion fly

be difficult to identify an onion fly infestation because the signs may not always be visible. But there are a few symptoms to watch out for. The wilting [...] seen in the bulbs. The bulbs may occasionally soften or decay, which may be a sign of a serious infestation. Regularly checking your onion plants for these [...] ), also referred to as the onion maggot, is a frequent pest that harms allium plants, including leek, garlic, and onion crops. It is a small fly, measuring

Aphidius matricariae

Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use Aphidius [...] matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological pest control of aphids [...] products Aphipar-M Expand all items How to use Aphidius matricariae The parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae is available in a bottle ( Aphipar-M ). Spread the

Municipality Enschede: Entonem nematodes against oak processionary caterpillar

nematodes for the first time in the spring of 2021 to try to halt the spread of the oak processionary caterpillar . The municipality’s built-up area has a total [...] processionary caterpillar for the Municipality of Enschede. ‘We use Koppert’s nematode product Entonem in locations where we find a range of unusual butterflies [...] treated a total of 2600 to 3000 oak trees with nematodes.’ Maintenance of biodiversity The municipality also used pheromone traps last summer, to help it

Trial results Onion fly and Fusarium wilt

offer you the best solutions for a high yielding and healthy crop. Trial results with Trianum against Fusarium oxyporum in onion Trianum provides highly [...] t Trial (Vertify), 2021 For more information: www.Uireka.nl When to apply Trianum-P Trianum-G Capirel Scan this QR-code to know more about Biological [...] permitted in your country/state and crop. Always comply with the conditions specified in local product registrations. Koppert cannot be held liable for unauthorized