• Natutec Airobug

  systems. Mode of action The innovative combination of the special fan of the Airobug and the revolving dosage pots ensures a uniform release of carrier material [...] distribution of natural enemies in the crop. The Airobug can be used for large surfaces and full field distribution in high-tech greenhouses with internal transport [...] The airflow from the fan guarantees a uniform distribution of this material up to a distance of at least 10 metres from the Airobug. Product components The

• Beneficial microorganisms

  cuticle, and colonise the insect's body. Internal damage: Once inside the insect, the fungus proliferates, causing internal damage. This can lead to the insect's [...] providing an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Well-known examples of beneficial microbes are the fungi Akanthomyces muscarius , Beauveria bassiana [...] which can be released into the environment to infect other pests. Advantages of microorganisms in agriculture No harmful residue Unlike chemical pesticides

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  Oscar Alvarez, orchard manager of Don Sanchez Fresh, it is important to be patient and develop knowledge about the behavior of beneficial insects and their [...] You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the performance of beneficial insects. It also takes a lot of dedication to obtain [...] Sánchez Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops

• Aphidius matricariae

  cycle and appearance of Aphidius matricariae Adults are 3-4 mm golden brown wasps with long antennae. Characteristic for the distinction of the species are [...] are the fine stripes on side parts of the wasp waist. Aphidius matricariae is specific to aphids of the family Aphididae. Most species belong to the genera [...] Ovatus, Rhopalosiphum and Sitobion . The biology of Aphidius matricariae closely resembles that of Aphidius colemani .

• Aphidius ervi

  ervi female wasp can parasitize hundreds of aphids within two days. Aphidius ervi is used for the control of the following pests: Potato aphid ( Macrosiphum [...] or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius ervi The parasitic [...] aggressive and can even pursue the aphid to parasitize. Because of this, the disturbance of aphid colonies can have a serious impact. The aphids can be spread

• Koppert’s Mirical Wins Prestigious Innovation Award

  February 13, 2024

  the award on behalf of Koppert, product manager Tim Bossinga said that innovation lay at the core of Koppert’s DNA and is a result of its continuous product [...] prestigious international Fruit Logistica Innovation Technology Award. The award, which was presented by Messe Berlin GmbH and Fruitnet Media International in Berlin [...] Berlin on the 9th of February, honours outstanding innovations in the entire fruit and vegetable supply chain, from production to the point of sale. Accepting

• Natutec Drive – On the road to precision biological control

  March 10, 2021

  different versions of Natutec Drive that take care of distributing predatory mites and insects essential for the biological control of pests and diseases [...] diseases in the cultivation of fruit and vegetables in a variety of situations. Three versions of Natutec Drive The patented technology makes it possible to apply [...] 'Besides the time and expense of applying biologicals by hand, the biggest advantage of using Natutec Drive is the uniformity of application which is very

• Diglyphus isaea

  ). Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening The dosage of the parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea depends on [...] wasp deposits her eggs inside the larvae of the leafminer, where the emerging larvae feed on the host’s internal tissues. As they develop, the larvae consume [...] a result of which the leaf miner larva dies. A few days after being parasitized, the leaf miner larva turns flaccid and brown. Older larvae of D. isaea

• Lyprauta

  appearance of Lyprauta The adults of the three species can be distinguished by the wing pattern of adults. Adults of P. trinidadensis have a variation of dar [...] to rot internally. Just above the damaged area, the roots produce large numbers of new branches. This ultimately results in a reduced number of flower [...] their wings. Adults of L. cambria have a large dark-coloured mark on the apical wing parts as well as two smaller marks. Adults of L. chacoensis have only

• Fit roots for plant health Technical bulletin 2020 EN

  the importance of a wellcontrolled root zone temperature. and crops evolve to a higher level of pest and disease resistance and higher levels of plant [...] cooling mechanism of the plant. That is why the functioning of the roots is directly related to the plant’s energy balance. The temperature of the irrigation [...] and thus the uptake of water and nutrients. Uptake of cold irrigation water, particularly in the morning, can lower the temperature of the stem base. If