Oak processionary moth

usually stay in their nests during the day leaving at night in a characteristic procession to feed in the canopy of the trees. If the leaves on a tree become [...] ea ), is a major pest of oak in many European countries. The common and scientific names of this moth refer to the behaviour of the larvae to form long [...] processions. The moth is native to central and southern Europe but is now present in almost all European countries and also in parts of the Middle East. Damage

Natupol Booster

Natupol Booster is developed for crops with a short (one to four weeks) intensive blossom period and which produce a lot of nectar. For early blossoming crops [...] conditions. Always consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Environmental [...] Pay attention to advice for best practice in hot environments. Provide protection against direct sunlight. Storage time after receipt To guarantee the

May beetle

adults belonging to the majority of Phyllophaga species are very similar in terms of their external appearance. In short, the adults have a reddish-brown [...] their key features being a whitish, milky-coloured body and reddish-brown head, measuring approximately 5 to 7 cm in length. To differentiate between species [...] genitalia. They have a very long lifecycle, lasting between one and three years. This cycle starts with the deposition of eggs in the ground, close to plant roots

Natupol Smart

position the hive near the top of plants, in such a way that the hive is exposed to the first daylight Wait for at least 15 minutes after positioning the [...] conditions. Always consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Environmental [...] Pay attention to advice for best practice under conditions with artificial light or in hot environments. Storage time after receipt To guarantee the best

Natupol

position the hive near the top of plants, in such a way that the hive is exposed to the first daylight Wait for at least 15 minutes after positioning the [...] conditions. Always consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Environmental [...] Pay attention to advice for best practice under conditions with artificial light or in hot environments. Storage time after receipt To guarantee the best

Strawberry

damage to the plants, leading to reduced yields and compromised fruit quality. In addition to pests, strawberry crops are also susceptible to several [...] Bumblebee pollination not only plays a critical role in enhancing fruit set and yield in strawberry crops, but also contributes to integrated pest management (IPM) [...] management in strawberry Integrated pest management (IPM) plays a crucial role in ensuring the health and productivity of strawberry crops due to the presence

Natupol Excel

Excel is developed for crops with a high amount of flowers per m² (35-60 flowers) per week, and for crops grown under artificial light or in warmer environments [...] position the hive near the top of plants, in such a way that the hive is exposed to the first daylight Wait for at least 15 minutes after positioning the [...] conditions. Always consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Environmental

Loose smut of wheat

heat treatment, but viability and germination rate should be checked and compensated for Use resistant cultivars Perform field checks for infected seed and [...] General Ustilago nuda f.sp. tritici is a basidiomyceteous fungus that affects wheat. It is also known as loose wheat smut, or loose smut of wheat. Damage [...] first sign of infection is the appearance of a smutted ear. Instead of normal tissue, the ear contains a mass of olive-brown smut spores. Life cycle and

Loose smut of barley

heat treatment, but viability and germination rate should be checked and compensated for Use resistant cultivars Perform field checks for infected seed and [...] Ustilago nuda f.sp. hordei affects barley and can destroy a large proportion of the crop. It is also known as barley smut, or loose smut of barley. Damage [...] first sign of infection is the appearance of a smutted ear. Instead of normal tissue, the ear contains a mass of olive-brown smut spores. Life cycle and

Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

the hives in visible locations, enabling easy identification and access for both parties. For optimal visibility, it is recommended to place the colonies [...] can be taken to increase the productivity of bumblebees: To ensure successful communication between bumblebees and humans, it is crucial to position the [...] need sunlight to be effective pollinators. Additionally, it is essential to maintain humidity around the hives below 80%. Hive placement for different seasons