Oak processionary moth

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 scarce, the larvae move [...] General The oak processionary moth ( Thaumetopoea processionea ), is a major pest of oak in many European countries. The common and scientific names of [...] defoliation, reducing the viability of oak trees. However, this is usually less of a problem as the trees normally recover from this. More important is the health

Green potted plants

and specks and turn the plant into a decorative indoor object. The plant itself is a perennial, herbaceous plant with a straight stem. Croton belongs to [...] and need a moist, well-drained, humus-rich soils. Skimmia plants are strong and are tolerant of drought, but also air pollution. Dieffenbachia is a very popular

Hop

technically a bine. Bines have stout stems with stiff hairs to aid them in climbing. They are a vigorous grower with the ability to extend up to 20 inches a week [...] 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 [...] currently the most acreage of production occurs. Although these plants have a very long life cycle, with the continued popularity of microbrews across the

100% Sustainable Agriculture

experience A healthy future, that's quite a challenge. Growing a resilient crop takes expert knowledge and a great deal of experience! Growing in a sustainable [...] that contribute to a healthy, safe, resilient and productive crop. All this with the aim of achieving sustainable food production for a healthy planet. Partners [...] are not alone: Koppert wants to help you find the right solutions. We are a family business and the global market leader in developing sustainable solutions

Eretmocerus eremicus

better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix/Ercal. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] eremicus Eretmocerus eremicus is a highly effective parasitic wasp used in biological control programs. This wasp exhibits a fascinating parasitic behavior: [...] involves an egg stage, three larval instars (including a pre-pupal stage after the third instar), a pupa, and finally the adult wasp. Females prefer the

Click beetles

General Click beetles are elongate beetles with a hard exoskeleton, with the head deeply retracted into the thorax. When disturbed they lie on their back [...] back feigning death and then suddenly propel themselves into the air with a audible click. Hence their name. Their larvae are called wireworms and feed [...] are up to 25 mm long and usually shiny yellowish brown or light brown with a darker head. Larval development takes 4 to 5 years. When fully grown the larvae

Maximize pollination in tomato

pollination activity. A single visit by a bumblebee is typically sufficient for successful pollination. Fruit setting occurs once a flower has been adequately [...] Bumblebees play a vital role in achieving optimal pollination results for tomato crops. If you are seeking to optimize your crop's pollination process [...] achieve exceptional yields, harnessing the power of commercial bumblebees can be a game-changer. Bumblebees are efficient and reliable pollinators, and when used

Amblyseius andersoni

have eight legs, and are a whitish yellow colour. Adult mites have eight legs, are a translucent white in colour, and have a flat, elongated body. They [...] leaves and does not build up a population. Amblyseius andersoni in buckets The predatory mite Amblyseius andersoni is available in a bucket ( Anso-Mite ). Mix [...] turning around the bucket a few times Carefully sprinkle on the leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after releasing

Plant Disease Management

What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] chemical pesticides and their associated environmental risks. Plant diseases pose a significant threat to global food production. They can result in yield losses [...] responsible agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent role in our food production systems. Understanding plant diseases

Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly and thrips control

Mycotal product is a bio-insecticide that contains the blastospores of Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6. Mycotal is a biological solution for a range of pests, [...] will start to build up a population as soon as the conditions are favourable.This can become a serious threat to you crop in a later stage. New research [...] improved quality and shelf life A process of continuous improvement led by our dedicated research team recently produced a newly optimized Mycotal product