• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  the presence of pests and respond accordingly. Benefits of crop monitoring and scouting One of the most critical aspects of crop scouting is pest and disease [...] and scouting is the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests [...] Understanding crop monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring

• Woolly apple aphid

  Eriosoma lanigerum , is a serious worldwide apple pest. It is probably of North American origin and has been distributed to other parts of the world mainly [...] sheltering in cracks and under loose bark. The nymphs become active in late March or April (in the northern hemisphere) and around the end of May, large [...] Life cycle and appearance of Woolly apple aphid In contrast to other aphids , the life cycle and survival from year to year of the woolly aphid depends

• Tomato moth

  oleracea) is a particularly a pest in greenhouses but can also inflict damage on outdoor crops. It is a polyphagous species feeding on plants of 14 families [...] y. In fruiting vegetables, large holes can be formed in both green and ripening fruit. The second generation of larvae often causes greater loss of fruit [...] abdomen is a lighter grey-brown. The females of the tomato moth (Lacanobia oleracea) deposit their spherical eggs on the underside of leaves in groups of

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• Tomato looper

  to the family of Noctuidae . It is a tropical and subtropical species originating in the Mediterranean and northern Africa. The larva is highly polyphagous [...] countries and is now one of the most frequently found pest species in greenhouses. Damage symptoms The tomato looper (Chrysodeixis chalcites) is primarily [...] The cocoon is usually attached to the underside of leaves within folded edges, on random objects and on tomato fruit, often in a bunch of ripening tomatoes

• 100% Sustainable Agriculture

  Partners with nature, that is the guiding principle in everything we do! Pioneering is not new to Koppert. In fact, it’s in our DNA. Fifty years ago our [...] pesticides. Now Koppert’s third generation is introducing this valuable legacy of knowledge and experience to the field of Agriculture. Working together with farmers [...] products on our own: our R&D department is constantly testing them in the field together with you. Only with the help of your knowledge and experience can we

• 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 . This [...] This small wasp is a valuable natural enemy in both agricultural and horticultural settings. Aphidius matricariae is used for the control of the following [...] matricariae is available in a bottle ( Aphipar-M ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved

• Dacnusa sibirica

  sibirica is available in a bottle ( Minusa ). Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening The dosage of Minusa [...] the control of leaf miners of the genus Liriomyza . The species is native to Europe and can appear spontaneously in greenhouses in all seasons. Dacnusa sibirica [...] with the larvae of Liriomyza trifolii than with the larvae o f Liriomyza bryoniae , it is perfectly capable of developing in the larvae of both species.

• Aphilin

  aphid species. Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs in aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps develops [...] aphid, which 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 [...] infested plants, because Aphelinus abdominalis is not very mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes (Dibox) Make sure the material

• Pear psylla

  bark of pear trees. The adults become active in spring and start to feed on young leaves and flowers. Eggs are deposited in crevices of the bark of twigs [...] pear psylla, Cacopsylla pyri , is a widely distributed pest of pear in central Europe and can inflict serious damage in pear orchards. Damage symptoms [...] Feeding later in the season may affect the harvest of the next year by weakening or killing fruit buds. Pear psyllas excrete large amounts of honeydew. Sooty