• Fortafol ‘in-favour’ for growing strawberries in re-used coir bags

  January 6, 2021

  effect of a single treatment is short-lived, it can be extended by applying a second treatment three weeks later.” The total cost of both treatments is around [...] price to an acceptable level. Neil added, “There’s a whole lot more to be gained by using Fortafol-D. It supports general plant health and acts as a metabolic [...] treatment is applied within 4-7 days of planting in a re-used coir bag, it helps to re-instate some of the conditions and advantages associated with a first

• Mycotal FAQ

  Asked Questions What is Mycotal What is Mycotal? Mycotal is a natural insecticide. It contains a so called entomopathogenic fungus, a fungus that disables [...] Volume Mist System to 28°C. However, Mycotal already starts being active from 5°C onwards. • For optimum results, it is recommended to do 3 applications [...] use Mycotal? Mycotal is effective on a range of pests. Depending on the national product registration in your country, it may be applied against whiteflies

• Bacterial canker of tomato

  General Clavibacter is a quarantine organism in Europe, which means that strong efforts are used to prevent the bacterium from entering. When the occasional [...] infection is found, strict measures are taken to eradicate the infection. In tomato, growers must either destroy the infected crop entirely or, if the crop [...] tuber-borne and primary infection is mostly from infected propagation material. It spreads to other seedlings by touching the plants in greenhouse crops and by

• Mycotal - Effective at lower temperatures

  build up a population as soon as the conditions are favourable. This can become a serious threat to you crop in a later stage. Therefore, it is crucial to [...] can be present in your greenhouse. Although the pest reproduction might be low in colder conditions, or the pest may be inactive, they will start to build [...] to eliminate pests in wintertime, when pest pressure is still low. In this way you start the new season in a clean way, giving your beneficial insects

• Pollination checklist Natupol Fly

  preparation if the temperature is below 15 ˚C. The outcome will be unpredictable and will often take longer than a week. In the event of having to use Natupol [...] flies against water. Protect the opening for the flies against heat. It is preferable to use white of light coloured bags/cups at temperatures above 20 °C [...] small scale crops with just a few flowers or for crops that produce very little pollen. The Natupol Fly Checklist shows how to achieve the best pollination

• Western flower thrips

  s) is currently the most damaging thrips species in many greenhouse crops. The western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) can be found on a wide [...] weeds. It is an especially significant pest in cucumber, sweet pepper, eggplants, and many ornamental crops. Damage symptoms Thrips cause damage to plants [...] into the plant tissue with a saw-like ovipositor. Larvae are nearly transparent white or yellowish to orange-yellow, with a large head and bright red eyes

• Strawberry

  damage to the plants, leading to reduced yields and compromised fruit quality. In addition to pests, strawberry crops are also susceptible to several [...] suzukii) , pose a significant threat to strawberry crops. These tiny insects have a preference for ripe, soft fruits, making strawberries a prime target. [...] Two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae) and to a lesser extent European red mite (Panonychus ulmi) , can be a significant concern in strawberry crops. These

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  tailored to different climates and crop needs. Phytoseiulus persimilis Phytoseiulus persimilis is a specialist predator of spider mites , it is extremely [...] conditions. Their resistance to chemical pesticides makes biological control a critical and sustainable option. Predatory mites offer a powerful defense, ensuring [...] producing a big range of natural enemies and have several patents to our name. Our stability in breeding, quality, reliability, and secure delivery is well-known

• Even distribution of predatory insects with Natutec Drive

  Half a year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. ‘It was a [...] a brilliant move,’ says Glasshouse Manager Angel Angelov. ‘When it comes to the even distribution of Koppert’s predatory insects , it’s in a class of its [...] proved to be labour-intensive, time consuming, and not always accurate. We battled to get the product uniformly dispersed. Natutec Drive is easy to use and

• Amblyseius andersoni

  Amblyseius andersoni is sensitive to relative humidity below 65%. In tomato, use of Amblyseius andersoni is not recommended as it is hindered by the glandular [...] spaced in the crop. Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert [...] leaf veins to rest. Their colour can vary according to the prey eaten, and varies from almost lucent whitish to opaque white or yellow. Due to their size