Chrysanthemum

propagation and production. The current, commercially cultivated chrysanthemums are more striking than the wild varieties. The flower heads can look like daisies [...] genus consists of many hybrids and an extensive range of cultivars that are produced for commercial, horticultural purposes. Traditionally, yellow is

Ephedrus cerasicola

wasps will emerge within 2 weeks. Releases should be repeated when aphids are still present. If the aphid species present is known it might be better to [...] population development is between 20 and 25°C. Mummies of Ephedrus cerasicola are quite tolerant of low temperatures. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Ephedrus [...] appearance of Ephedrus cerasicola Adult parasitic wasps of Ephedrus cerasicola are black, approx. 4-5 mm in length. The parasitic wasp lays an egg inside the

Protected vegetables

agriculture and horticulture. Rollertraps are used in case large numbers of whiteflies and thrips are present. These tools are designed to attract, capture, and [...] crops There are different types of diseases in vegetable crops that cause harm to the plants and its fruits. Common vegetable diseases are damping-off [...] vegetable crops. Unlike synthetic fungicides, biofungicides are derived from natural sources and are designed to control fungal plant diseases while minimizing

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually [...] sees opportunities for traditional methods to evolve. Moreover, consumers are becoming increasingly critical. Society expects more and more that agriculture [...] environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are safe. Future of biological crop protection Koen advocates for a cautious approach

Rophoria

colonies. The young larvae start feeding on the aphids . Visual effect Aphids are consumed entirely, only skins remain. Dark excrements (meconium) on the leaves [...] situation. Start introduction preventatively, or as soon as the first aphids are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 200-600 pupae [...] pupae. Adult hoverflies feed on pollen and nectar. Ensure flowering plants are present for optimal establishment. Combined use For effective control of aphids

100% Sustainable Agriculture

s makes it even more challenging. You are not alone: Koppert wants to help you find the right solutions. We are a family business and the global market [...] a modern farmer. This approach is bearing fruit: farmers around the world are now working with natural products from our range. Of course, we do not develop [...] world that demands produce that is free of chemical residues and crops that are grown sustainably and promote vital biodiversity. In Partnership with Nature

Syrphidend

colonies. The young larvae start feeding on the aphids . Visual effect Aphids are consumed entirely, only skin remains. Dark excrements (meconium) on the leaves [...] situation. Start introduction preventatively or as soon as the first aphids are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 100-600 pupae [...] pupae. Adult hoverflies feed on pollen and nectar. Ensure flowering plants are present for optimal establishment. Combined use For effective control of aphids

Consumers

simple: natural enemies such as predatory mites , ladybugs, and parasitic wasps are released to combat harmful insects, in the same way as they do in the wild [...] What is natural pollination ? Vegetables such as tomatoes and sweet peppers are often propagated in greenhouses. By the time a delicious little tomato reaches [...] take care of the pollination and therefore the formation of fruit. Honeybees are traditional important pollinators of arable and horticultural crops. The bumblebee

Hemispherical scale

orchid, ficus, oleander and carnation. Damage symptoms The scales present are usually quite easy to see as shiny brown domes on leaf undersides close to [...] depends on the host plant and can vary from 2 to 4.5 mm. The young nymphs are white to yellowish, more oval in form and with a raised H-pattern on the dorsal

Horse-chestnut leaf miner

sites where dead leaves containing overwintering pupae are not removed in the autumn, trees are usually totally defoliated, year after year. Life cycle [...] and third generations develop. Trees with a low number of attacked leaves are not greatly affected, but when the entire surface of leaves is covered with