• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  per day. Life cycle of Stratiolaelaps scimitus Stratiolaelaps scimitus has the same life cycle as the Phytoseiidae and thus passes through the following [...] and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level occurs at a slow [...] Hypoaspis miles) is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips Sciarid flies (Fungus gnats) The predatory mites feed on larvae of sciarid flies,

• Biological solution against green shield bug

  June 23, 2021

  climate change, has resulted in an increase in the level of infestations in greenhouses. Controlling the green shield bug is a significant challenge, which [...] spider mites , aphids and whiteflies. It is possible to remove green shield bugs manually from crops, but this is only an option at low levels of infestation [...] product available in 2022 for their commercial partners. Over the course of the previous decade, the southern green shield bug has ravaged unheated pepper, aubergine

• Chrysopa-E

  Pests Aphids and other pests, like mealybugs , Echinothrips and eggs of pest lepidoptera species . Mode of action Larvae of the lacewing attack their prey [...] Prey is sucked out, shrivelled skins are difficult to find. Chrysoperla carnea larvae are active mainly during the night. The larvae hide during the day [...] carrier material Dosage The dosage of Chrysopa-E depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. I

• Hop

  About The hop is a small genus of flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae. Hops are the female flowers (seed cones, strobiles) of the plant and are [...] is native to the temperate Northern Hemisphere where currently the most acreage of production occurs. Although these plants have a very long life cycle [...] cycle, with the continued popularity of microbrews across the globe, genetics for flavoring have dictated how long these plants stay in the ground. They emerge

• Natupol Trio

  pollination cycle, once there is no life in the bumblebee colonies, the ‘Beehome’ system should be closed. Remove the plastic liner and the sugar water tank [...] Mode of action After introduction of the hive, worker bumblebees start pollinating the flowers while at the same time collecting pollen to feed the brood [...] before the crop flowers Position the Natupol Trio hives evenly througout the plot. The best position is on a horizontal platform just above the ground

• Cyclamen main pest pressures

  May 17, 2019

  causes silver-grey spots on the leaves, with dark green spots of frass, and feeding marks to the flowers. Their life-cycle is very temperature-dependent [...] higher numbers of prey, by piercing and sucking out the contents. Swirski-Mite is also available in the new Ulti-Mite sachet. The application of loose mites [...] be found at lower temperatures of 10 o c, the ideal development conditions are 18 o c-26 o c; above 35 o c, the life-cycle stops. They are also very prolific

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  April 16, 2025

  mission is to provide real, reliable solutions—not just for today, but for the future. ” Finding balance At the heart of it all is the idea of balance [...] control was only for the high-tech greenhouses in the north of Europe. Not for us. ” But things changed. And Koppert was at the heart of that transformation [...] innovation that keep growers ahead of the game ’. The crisis that changed everything The turning point came during the 2006-2007 season. Supermarkets across

• Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

  sometimes at the stem base but is not part of the foot rot syndrome in peas. Infected seeds may have brown areas. Life cycle and appearance of Pea blight [...] transmitted on the outside of the seed coat and cause primary infection. The conidia germinate and infect through the stomata or directly through the cuticle [...] surrounded by a dark brown to red-brown border. The first infection is often on the primary leaves. The fungus is seed borne and thus also causes post- and

• Bacterial soft rot, bacterial stem rot

  rot is first noticed when plants wilt at the time of first harvest or after that. The pith disintegrates and the stem becomes hollow. Because of the bacterial [...] bacterial growth in the pith, the stem seems wet and slimy. Above or below the hollow stem the vascular tissue keeps its normal colour. On the fruits, lesions [...] and natural openings at the stem end. Later the fruit becomes soft and lesion contents become liquid. Life cycle and appearance of Bacterial soft rot, bacterial

• Inspired by Nature: New design, Same Trusted Quality

  February 1, 2023

  Koppert is entering the next phase. We proudly present our new product branding. Each product will have its own premium look-and-feel, but at the same time [...] positive impact to the world.” New Features Beautiful photography, our new logo and the use of green as our main colour reflect our connectivity with nature. [...] code helps navigate directly to the product webpage for more information. Ready For The Future Our new Koppert branding is rooted in nature and matches our