Minusa

crop in the morning or in the evening Dosage The dosage of Minusa depends on climate, crop and leaf miner density and should always be adjusted to the [...] adult wasp will emerge from the pupa. Visual effect It is not possible to see on the outside if the leaf miner larvae or pupae are parasitised. Pack size [...] rates it might be better to use Miglyphus . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for

Codling moth

spring. Larvae still in the apples at harvest can often be found in cracks in apple boxes or other places in the store. [...] very common in Europe. Damage symptoms After invading the fruit, the larvae first form a small cavity just under the skin. The entry hole can be seen and [...] The pupa is 8-10 mm long and yellowish brown to dark brown, with several hook-tipped bristles at the tip. In Europe, the first generation adults appear from

Mushroom

of poisonous effects on humans and desirable taste and aroma. Most mushrooms sold in supermarkets have been commercially grown on mushroom farms. The most [...] spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source. Edible mushrooms are the fleshy and edible fruit bodies [...] which bear fruiting structures that are large enough to be observed with the naked eye). They can appear either below ground (hypogeous) or above ground

Pea and Bean Weevil Trap

planted with peas or beans in the previous year Place the trap on the ground Ensure the trap is securely positioned on the ground to prevent it from tipping [...] counted on any occasion crops that have just emerged or will emerge within 10 days are likely to be at risk Appropriate measures can then be taken to protect [...] Broad bean, peas. Mode of action The Pea and Bean Weevil Trap needs to be used in combination with Pherodis pheromone dispensers. The dispensers release

Natupol Booster

Pay attention to advice for best practice in hot environments. Provide protection against direct sunlight. Storage time after receipt To guarantee the [...] the hive on the day of arrival. If necessary hives can be stored for maximum 1 day. Storage temperature 15–25°C. Storage conditions Keep hives in a well [...] flowers while at the same time collecting pollen to feed the brood. More workers emerge from the brood in the weeks after the introduction, increasing both

Macrolophus pygmaeus

larvae of leaf miners . When the bug is present in a crop in large numbers, it can contribute substantially to the control of these pests. Although plant sap [...] susceptible to damage. In tomato there may be fruit deformations during setting, and in gerbera, misshapen flowers may appear. The use of this bug in gerbera [...] voracious predators, capable of feeding on various pest species. With its effectiveness in pest control and minimal impact on non-target organisms, the natural

Cactus mealybug

distributed by the trade in ornamental plants. Damage symptoms The cactus mealybug usually infests stems but can occasionally be found on crowns, roots. and [...] lifespan during which they are wholly engaged in seeking females to fertilize. The female second instar nymph, on the other hand, moults into a third instar [...] cacti and other succulents. It was first described in England but its origin is not clear. It is now found on many greenhouse-grown succulents around the world

Predatory insects

natural pest control in agriculture. Equipped with piercing mouthparts, they actively hunt and feed on various harmful pests, helping to maintain a balanced [...] Female gall midges lay their eggs on plant leaves, and when the larvae hatch, they feed on aphids, or spider mite, depending on the species. Gall midges are [...] share common traits in their feeding habits. Lacewing larvae, sometimes referred to as "aphid lions," are particularly effective in controlling aphids

May beetle

remain in the soil until the temperature is high enough to emerge. Finally, when the rains arrive, the adults are encouraged to emerge in order to copulate [...] these beetles are harmful to crops, since they feed on plant roots, resulting in visible water stress and ultimately ending in the death of the plant. From [...] reddish-brown colour and grow to approximately 10 to 25 cm in size, depending on the particular species. Just like the adults, the Phyllophaga larvae or

Natutec Drive

When to use Natutec Drive? Use Natutec Drive to apply Koppert products evenly over the crop to get the most effective pest control. The product is a unit [...] system to disperse material into an airstream for distribution through tubes over crops. The Natutec Drive is applicable in any situation and based on the [...] beneficial insects inside the drum, which can carry up to 30 liters of material. The Natutec Drive will rotate the drum to keep the beneficial insects homogeneously