Tutasan

the water Application Place the traps on the soil or substrate Maintain a distance of 15-20 metres between traps A continuous water supply is needed to [...] to ensure that the trap works correctly. If the trap is not connected to a dripper refill by hand Replace the pheromone capsule every 4-6 weeks Clean the

Caterpillar control in greenhouse crops

the season can help with identification, and effective spray applications. Controlling weeds is also important, as these can act as alternative hosts for [...] harmful caterpillars that occur in the greenhouse belong to the Noctuidae, which is the largest of all the lepidopteran families. Their forewings are mostly shades [...] and carnation tortrix moth ( Cacoecimorpha pronubana ). Lepidopteran biology is largely comparable. Females lay eggs on leaves either in groups or individually

Fruit grower uses Natupol Tripol for outdoor pollination

include Conference, Tessa and Migo. ‘Our oldest apple plot is 15 years old and the youngest is one year old,’ Alfred explains. ‘We constantly innovate and [...] insects and anything you can do to make it more sustainable is a good thing,’ Alfred adds. Koppert’s Tripol hives were introduced into the apple and pear orchards [...] hives in good time for the blossoms. The provision of information by Koppert consultants is good and I am satisfied with the results.’

Pea and Bean Weevil Trap

top Fix the transparent top with a twist action lining up the slots Application Place traps 10 meters apart on a grass margin or headland of a field that [...] or beans in the previous year Place the trap on the ground Ensure the trap is securely positioned on the ground to prevent it from tipping over Check the [...] the crop Dosage Five traps per field location. Timing Pea and bean weevil is an early pest that affects spring-sown crops of peas and beans. Traps should

Bruchid Beetle Trap

transparent top to the funnel with a twist action lining up the slots Application Place trap on a 1 metre stick Place one trap on the north edge and one [...] traps per field. Timing Use the Bruchid trap when flight of adult beetles is expected from the end of March during vegetative growth (depending on geographic

Drososan

Fruit Fly Attractant Application Hang the trap on a branch or stick using the enclosed hook The most effective place to hang the traps is in the shade along [...] sides of the plot, in the hedge (if available) and in the crop. If the crop is low, make sure the traps hang at least one metre above the ground. In taller

Natutec Mini-Airbug

Adjustable dosing pot and mixing pot The Mini-Airbug is also available for use on trolleys and is then delivered with a converter Volume of dosing pot/drum [...] 1.5 litres. Range 2-3 metres (depending on product/carrier material). Application Adjust the size of the holes in the dosing pot to the required dosage

Manual Growing lights

rows, to optimize pollination when daylight is at its minimum. The opening and closing system is pneumatic and is controlled by a timer or the climate computer [...] general advice is to place the hives as high as possible (above the crop) in the greenhouse. Several placement systems can be used for this. It is also important [...] the walkway under the gutter (according to Koppert’s general placement advice). From week 40 until week 9, it is also important to make sure that the bumblebee

Strawberry

both foliage and fruits, if not properly managed. Implementing IPM strategies is crucial for effectively controlling and mitigating the impacts of these pests [...] biological control agents, resistant cultivars and targeted pesticide applications, growers can maintain a balance between pest control and environmental

Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

the effect of Koppert’s nematode product Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar . ‘We’ve been using nematodes for years. The product is our preferred [...] Wolterinck BV in Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies [...] nematodes or of nematodes plus Bacillus thuringiensis -based products. ‘That is effective around ten days in and if the trees have at least 30% of their leaf