• Comprehensive Control Combination for Carrot Fly

  May 13, 2022

  larvae. The adult fly is 6-8 mm long, has two pairs of wings, a reddish-brown head, a shiny black thorax and a dark abdomen. Carrot Root Fly Trap Koppert Carrot [...] stage of the parasitic nematode Steinernema feltiae . Once a nematode enters a Carrot fly larva or pupa, it releases a toxic bacterium, which causes septicaemia [...] at a 45 o angle, facing downwards towards the soil surface. Carrot Fly Traps are supplied complete with supporting clips and poles. A minimum of 4/ha

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  mite can establish in the crop before the pest appears. Amblydromalus limonicus can feed on eggs, crawlers and larvae of whiteflies and first and second [...] limonicus performs effectively across a wide range of temperatures. It remains active and able to predate and reproduce in both cooler and warmer conditions [...] its effectiveness at relatively low temperatures and is especially recommended to suppress high densities of thrips and whitefly. Key advantages of Amb

• Cotton aphid

  production. Life cycle and appearance of Cotton aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in [...] species can transmit more than 50 different viruses, including the cucumber mosaic virus. Nymphs and adults extract nutrients from the plant and disturb [...] in the season, the death of young plants. Retarded growth and defoliation reduce yield. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids

• 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 [...] enemies. 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 [...] Turn on the switch of the Airobug to start releasing the material Storage conditions Store the Airobug and accessories in a dry and dust-free area. Always

• Crop Protection

  wasps, beneficial nematodes and beneficial microorganisms , growers can control pests and diseases, minimise pest resistance, and strengthen plant resilience [...] pollinators, and strengthens crop resilience. Advantages Pest and insect management Biological crop protection provides effective pest and insect management [...] Advantages of biological crop protection Easy to use and integrate Biocontrol agents can be integrated into existing farming practices and complement other

• En-Strip

  wasp is most effective at temperatures between 20°C and 25°C (68 and 77°F). At a 24 hours average temperature below 17°C/63°F the control of whiteflies may [...] it may be better to switch to the use of Enermix or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps parasitise the third and fourth larval stage of the whitefly . Additionally, host

• Cottony soft rot

  cottony soft root, is a plant pathogenic fungus. It has a very wide range of host plants. Damage symptoms The first symptoms of a cottony soft root ( S [...] wilting and death of plants. Life cycle and appearance of Cottony soft rot Cottony soft root ( Sclerotinia sclerotiorum ) overwinters as sclerotia and mycelium [...] Germination and infection mostly take place at high soil water content over a prolonged period of time. The sclerotia germinate directly and form mycelium

• Woolly apple aphid

  but the sticky masses of “wool” may contaminate leaves and fruits and can be a nuisance at harvest time. Life cycle and appearance of Woolly apple aphid In [...] Eriosoma lanigerum , is a serious worldwide apple pest. It is probably of North American origin and has been distributed to other parts of the world mainly via [...] life cycle and survival from year to year of the woolly aphid depends entirely on wingless, parthenogenetic and viviparous forms. Sometimes a few wingless

• Tomato looper

  the lower and upper surfaces of leaves. The caterpillar passes through 6 instars. It has a green head capsule and a yellowish-green body with a clear yellow [...] the underside of leaves within folded edges, on random objects and on tomato fruit, often in a bunch of ripening tomatoes, however, it can also be found [...] chalcites ) belongs to the family of Noctuidae . It is a tropical and subtropical species originating in the Mediterranean and northern Africa. The larva is

• Codling moth

  codling moth ( Cydia pomonella ) is a notorious, worldwide pest of apple and also occasionally of pear, quince, peach and other fruits. It is very common in [...] fruits usually ripen prematurely and drop off. Life cycle and appearance of Codling moth The adults have a wing span of 15-22 mm, blackish-brown forewings [...] embryo is visible as a red ring. The larvae are up to 20 mm long, initially whitish and later pale pinkish white, with a brown head and a pale anal plate.