• Vine mealybug

  can also be affected. An infection by Planococcus ficus can make the plants more susceptible to injury caused by other pests and fungal diseases. Life cycle [...] General The vine mealybug Planococcus ficus belongs to the family Pseudococcidae, and is also known by the names Mediterranean vine mealybug and Grapevine [...] often drop off. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but low in proteins. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large

• Two-spotted spider mite

  of the leaves. Severe infestations can cause the leaves to dry up and fall off the plant. How to prevent spider mite Preventing spider mites in your crop [...] it is important to maintain good plant health through regular irrigation and fertilization, as stressed plants are more susceptible to spider mite infestations [...] their small size, they are capable of very rapidly doing severe damage, due to their great reproductive capacity. There are more than 1200 species worldwide

• Tomato looper

  distinct. The antennae are long and thin. The eggs are white to pale green, shiny, dome-shaped with 28 to 32 vertical ribs. They are deposited singly or in pairs [...] golden twin-spot moth or tomato looper ( Chrysodeixis chalcites ) belongs to the family of Noctuidae . It is a tropical and subtropical species originating [...] southern Europe, the golden twin-spot moth ( Chrysodeixis chalcites ) spreads to several northerly countries and is now one of the most frequently found pest

• Anso-Mite

  use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 125,000 predatory mites . P [...] by 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 [...] Anso-Mite depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively soon after planting

• Mirical - Revolutionary Packaging Simplifies Application & Maximises Whitefly Control

  January 8, 2024

  bugs ' predatory behaviours to control Whitefly in a number of greenhouse vegetables. True to Koppert's commitment to sustainable agriculture, the new packaging [...] stronger and better able to establish, and develop, itself in the crop. Driven by extensive research and development, the new solution makes full use of the bugs [...] the Mirical bugs , as well as a highly effcient release system, making the product easier to use. The cardboard strips are fully compostable, and the protective

• Tomato leaf miner

  miners cause damage to plants both directly and indirectly. The most direct damage is caused by the larvae mining the leaf tissue, leading to desiccation, premature [...] crawls out of the leaf and falls to the ground. This occurs in the early morning. The larva crawls into the ground to pupate. A small percentage of the [...] premature leaf-fall and cosmetic damage. In (sub-)tropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield

• Dacnusa sibirica

  at Koppert as Minusa . Dacnusa sibirica products Minusa Expand all items How to use Dacnusa sibirica The parasitic wasp Dacnusa sibirica is available in [...] adult. In order to see the eggs and larvae of the endoparasitoid, the parasitized leaf miner larvae must be dissected; it is impossible to tell whether a [...] wasp Dacnusa sibirica Dacnusa sibirica is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae . This insect is known for its role as a biological

• Thripor-L

  (Dibox) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make sure the material remains undisturbed at the introduction [...] depends on climate, crop and thrips density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first thrips are

• Praon volucre

  Praon volucre Praon volucre is a parasitic wasp that belongs to the family Braconidae and to the subfamily Aphidiinae . Praon volucre is one of the most [...] Ephedrus cerasicola . Praon volucre products Aphiscout Expand all items How to use Praon volucre The parasitic wasp Praon volucre is available in a bottle [...] still present. If the aphid species present is known it might be better to switch to an appropriate single species product ( Aphilin , Aphipar , Aphipar-M

• Ercal

  inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in the [...] places exposed to direct sunlight Dosage The dosage of Ercal depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] control is achieved. Depending on the specific situation, it may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised