• Even distribution of predatory insects with Natutec Drive

  Kingdom and grows a variety of crops. The family-owned agricultural company prides itself on its innovative and sustainable approach to agriculture and uses [...] cutting-edge cultivation techniques. ‘We only recently started soft fruit cultivation and now have 15 acres under strawberries. This is where we have installed [...] Drive . We have fitted the unit onto our heating pipes and it allows us to distribute Thripex and Chrysopa really accurately,’ Angel explains. ‘The two

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  costly reseeding and saves growers from the frustration of starting again its crop. He also stresses the importance of proper mixing and application, as [...] them. These actions kill and liquify the insect from the inside. The nematodes feed on the digested tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers [...] infested, and dies within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Unique Formulation Soluble, biodegradable, and a long

• World Soil Day 2022

  December 2, 2022

  only way to protect our future, and help plants to become stronger and healthier, effectively benefitting human health and ensuring food security. Did you [...] the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining [...] maintaining healthy ecosystems, and our wellbeing, by addressing growing challenges in soil management and encouraging societies to improve soil health. Held

• Bacterial canker of tomato

  on stems, leaves and fruits. Leaves and shoots wilt. On the lower leaves, blister-like white lesions occur, which later turn brown and may merge. The leaves [...] rot. Life cycle and appearance of Bacterial canker of tomato Clavibacter is seed-borne and tuber-borne and primary infection is mostly from infected propagation [...] protective clothing and gloves, disinfect tools and greenhouse structures Use a crop rotation in field crops of at least two years and alternate with a non-host

• Hunting season starts early with Anso-Mite

  February 16, 2021

  outdoor cultivation and naturally occurs on strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, blackberry, black and red currant and other soft fruits. It is also spontaneously [...] naturally-occurring species in many countries and is found throughout Europe, the USA, Canada, and parts of Africa and Asia. It is a cold-tolerant predatory mite [...] but also spider mites , whiteflies , gall mites and russet mites. It also feeds on pollen and fungi and hence can sustain itself on the crop without prey

• Woolly apple aphid

  sticky masses of “wool” may contaminate leaves and fruits and can be a nuisance at harvest time. Life cycle and appearance of Woolly apple aphid In contrast [...] other aphids , the life cycle and survival from year to year of the woolly aphid depends entirely on wingless, parthenogenetic and viviparous forms. Sometimes [...] origin and has been distributed to other parts of the world mainly via infested apple rootstocks. It can occasionally also be found in pear, quince and a few

• False spider mites

  protonymph, deutonymph and adult. They move slowly and are mostly found along the veins on the underside of leaves. The mites are flattened and egg-shaped when [...] the genera Brevipalpus and Tenuipalpus . The most common species are Tenuipalpus pacificus , which causes damage to orchids and Brevipalpus phoenicis [...] , Brevipalpus obovatus and Brevipalpus californicus which have an almost worldwide distribution and many host plants. Damage symptoms False spider mites

• Encarsia formosa

  various agricultural and horticultural settings. This parasitic wasp, native to temperate and subtropical regions, has become an important natural enemy for [...] species ( En-Strip ) and in combination with Eretmocerus eremicus ( Enermix ). Open package carefully inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips [...] sunlight The dosage of En-Strip or Enermix depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start i

• Mirical - Revolutionary Packaging Simplifies Application & Maximises Whitefly Control

  January 8, 2024

  introduced in France, and now available in the U.K, the new and improved Mirical has been lauded by growers for its improved performance and ease of use, with [...] pygmaeus (Mirical) is now stronger and better able to establish, and develop, itself in the crop. Driven by extensive research and development, the new solution [...] also reduces clumping and improves the distribution of the bugs in the crop. Easier to apply and with more exact dosing, this new and improved solution results

• Koppert UK Conference: 19th October 2023

  August 25, 2023

  solutions for a range of sectors, from; amenity, top fruit, soft fruit, agriculture, horticulture, ornamentals , pharmaceuticals, and more, we can provide the product [...] Lincolnshire. The conference will include speeches from Koppert Global board members and entomological experts, and host a range of clinics run by dedicated Koppert [...] researchers from prestigious universities, experts in the use of AI & robotics, agricultural specialists, advisors on biostimulants and pollination , and many