Aphilin

converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around [...] 25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated a number of times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] and other aphid species. Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs in aphids . The next generation of parasitic

Oak processionary moth

usually stay in their nests during the day leaving at night in a characteristic procession to feed in the canopy of the trees. If the leaves on a tree become [...] long processions. The moth is native to central and southern Europe but is now present in almost all European countries and also in parts of the Middle East [...] General The oak processionary moth ( Thaumetopoea processionea ), is a major pest of oak in many European countries. The common and scientific names of this

Fit roots for plant health Technical bulletin 2020 EN

drain holes in a slab give a more even water- and mineral pattern in the slab. The composition of the nutrient solution in the root zone is frequently monitored [...] elaborates on the micro life in the root zone which is often underestimated in the current practice but plays a key role in plant health and resilience [...] nutrients the plant has consumed. There is a load of evidence that the composition of the plant sap plays a crucial role in plant health. More and more growers

Bean seed fly

bean seed fly The adult bean seed fly ( Delia platura ) is a small, dark-colored fly measuring about 4-5 mm in length. It typically has a shiny black or dark [...] known as Delia platura , is a common pest that targets bean crops but can attack crucifers, cereals and tubers worldwide. Adult flies lay eggs near the [...] near the base of affected bean plants are a clear sign of bean seed fly infestation. Finally, observe adult fly activity around your bean crop, especially

Rophoria

detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 200-600 pupae per ha/release. Releases should be repeated a number of times. Consult a Koppert [...] conditions Rophoria is most effective between 20 and 30°C. High humidity is favourable for larval development and hatching of pupae. Adult hoverflies feed [...] All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult hoverflies emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. The young larvae start

Syrphidend

detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 100-600 pupae per ha/release. Releases should be repeated a number of times. Consult a Koppert [...] conditions Syrphidend is most effective between 15 and 23°C. High humidity is favourable for larval development and hatching of pupae. Adult hoverflies feed [...] All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult hoverflies emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. The young larvae start

Fusarium head blight or scab

General Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species [...] clean substrate in greenhouse crops Disinfect tools, machinery and irrigation water in greenhouses Prevent stress for the plants Ensure there is adequate soil [...] Some also produce ascospores. In general, most Fusarium specieshave a similar life cycle. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil and on crop residues

Wheat bunt

kernels, which in turn become a source of disease in the next season. Infection is strongly correlated to temperature and precipitation in the first 11 days [...] General Tilletia tritici and Tilletia laevis only differ in one gene and easily hybridize. There is debate whether they should indeed be considered separate [...] on all spikelets, showing the bunt (smut spore) they contain, which is larger than a normal kernel. The bunt balls are grey-brown. They rupture at harvest

Effective control with Chrysopa-E!

product is supplied in a 6-litre bucket containing 10,000 larvae, the eggs are delivered in a 90 ml canister containing 100,000 eggs, so there is a huge gain [...] so this is a natural enemy with a big menu in that respect. Chrysopa-E is suitable for a wide range of crops and Koppert has conducted tests in various [...] all types of aphids , mealy bugs and echinothrips, so this is a natural enemy with a big menu in that respect. Effective control Exceptional broad diet Extreme

Leaf stripe

graminea is monocyclic, which means there is only one disease cycle during the cropping season. The fungus is seed-borne and this systemic infection is the [...] General Pyrenophora graminea is a disease of Barley that causes significant yield losses. Damage symptoms Symptoms first occur on the first, second and [...] the seed before use Use resistant cultivars Delay sowing in spring barley until soil temperature is higher than 12-15 o C Prevent plant diseases by optimizing