• Fusarium head blight or scab

  density. The foot of the plant is infected, either because the seedling was infected or by direct infection of the foot by overwintering inoculum. On the infected [...] also produce ascospores. In general, most Fusarium specieshave a similar life cycle. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil and on crop residues [...] spread the disease. Gibberella zeae (Fusarium graminearum ) primarily infects the older, lower leaves. The spores are dispersed upwards to the ears by

• Feltiella acarisuga

  Feltiella acarisuga is available in a bottle ( Spidend ). Open the bottle and position it straight in the crop (on the slab or directly on the ground). Make [...] sure the bottle does not fall so that the pupae are not dispersed. Leave the cap next to the bottle so that the wasps can feed on the sugar water in the [...] after emerging from the egg, the larva is yellowish white. The eggs and the first larval stages are very difficult to find in the crop due to their small

• Anso-Mite Plus

  5 mm in size. Predatory mites are usually found on the lower surface of the leaves, often in the corner of the main vein and lateral veins. It is not possible [...] and rust mites. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks [...] prey mites. Presentation Sachets in cardboard box. Carrier Bran. Application Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  ultimately killing the host within a few days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new [...] nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria, typically of the genus Xenorhabdus [...] use them in direct sunlight The moisture content of the soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before

• Cannabis

  promoting the growth of Trichoderma in the soil, growers can improve the overall health and resilience of their cannabis crops, reducing the need for chemical [...] challenge in cannabis cultivation, with several prominent species specifically affecting the crop. Notably, the Cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii) , the Potato [...] trifolii ) are among the most notorious leaf miner species affecting cannabis. These tiny insects lay their eggs in cannabis leaves, and the larvae that hatch

• Carnation tortrix

  small. The contrasting colours between the yellow to purple forewings (with a dark brown band in the females and two red bands in the males) and the hindwings [...] ensure that the moths of the species are easy to recognize. This colour pattern is most easily observed in the males during flight, and ads in distinguishing [...] families, and it is the major pests in carnation cultures throughout the Mediterranean region, particularly in Israel, Italy, France and Spain. In greenhouses

• Thripex

  Bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between

• Montdo-Mite

  before use 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 [...] rust mites. Crops Builds up high populations in chrysanthemum when used in combination with Nutari Do not use in tomato Mode of action Predatory mites use [...] Start introduction as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 25-300 per m 2 /release. Releases should

• New Generation Mycotal

  June 2, 2023

  protection products in the market. ‘Koppert’s exploration for new potential targets for Mycotal, both in the laboratory and in the field, holds a great [...] rapidly after spraying, with the hyphae penetrating the pest’s body cavity. Once inside, they proliferate and destroy the tissue. It is safe and easy to use, [...] detailed: ‘The production improvements have clearly resulted in better product performance in different crops and countries. We are now in the process of

• Leaf miners

  lost before the harvest is affected. The size of a leaf tunnel depends on the stage of development of the leaf, the species of host plant and the species of [...] indirectly. The most direct damage is caused by the larvae mining the leaf tissue which can lead to desiccation, premature leaf-fall and cosmetic damage. In (s [...] belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae tunnel into the leaves of plants