• New Strain Of Green Peach Aphid, Myzus Persicae, Requires More Aggressive Beneficial Insects

  September 1, 2023

  former, and has also been found in crops such as eggplant, cabbage, chrysanthemum, roses and many others. It is establishing in the the UK, The Netherlands [...] the aphids as they had done previously. It was then discovered that a new genotype of Myzus persicae had appeared in the greenhouses. Research by Wageningen [...] better in the crop than the traditionally released species Aphidius colemani ’ ( Aphipar ) says Radbout. The quick fix protocol therefore focuses on Aphipar-M

• World Soil Day 2022

  December 2, 2022

  es for chemical agents to combat pests and diseases in a way that does not impact on soil life. In this we are a partner of the UN’s Sustainable Development [...] during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems, and our wellbeing, by addressing growing challenges in soil management [...] management and encouraging societies to improve soil health. Held on the 5th of December, this year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout the

• trial results wireworm control

  Wireworm control with beneficial nematodes Results in irrigated potato Wireworms damage in irrigated potato (% of potatoes with holes) 2023, Italy 80 [...] selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. They can actively hunt! Once [...] the insect from the inside. The nematodes feed on the digested tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect stops feeding soon

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. They can actively hunt! Once [...] the insect from the inside. The nematodes feed on the digested tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect stops feeding soon [...] larvae tunnel into the soil and feed on roots, stems, and hypocotyls, reducing water and nutrient uptake. This results in stunted growth, wilting, yellowing

• Sportnem_leaflet_EN_A4_-_Koppert_20230441_-_DEF_LR.pdf

  pests on sports fields Sportnem-T & Sportnem-H Koppert offers biological solutions based on entomopathogenic nematodes against the main pests on sports [...] which is present in parts of Europe and the USA, has two generations per year, one in autumn, with overwintering larvae and one in summer. Sportnem-T [...] adults can be seen in early summer when they mate and lay eggs. The emerging larvae feed on roots of grasses, cereals and many other crops. It takes three to

• Mycotal Brochure

  improvements where implemented in recent years, resulting in a superior product quality today! Mycotal is used successfully in many countries across the world [...] Temperture (°C) 25 30 Mycotal can be used in a wide range of conditions, one of its unique properties is its ability to grow at low temperatures. 7 [...] with Mycotal against white fly (Trialeurodes vaporarium) in cucumber, research station Anadiag in Italy, 2022. The crop was treated 3 times with a 7 day

• Comprehensive Control Combination for Carrot Fly

  May 13, 2022

  (Psila rosae) on a Carrot root Carrot fly The Carrot fly, Psila rosae, emerges from overwintering pupae, to lay white, ovoid eggs, in cracks in the soil surface [...] to 10/ha may be more appropriate in some situations. Traps should be positioned in the field from April, and again in June, to monitor for the emergence [...] is positioned in the field on a supporting pole. The standard dispenser introduction rate is 4/ha, but this can be increased to 8/ha in high-risk situations

• Modified formulation for Macro-Mite

  September 24, 2018

  that the predatory mite can behave in a more natural way in the new carrier material. Upon delivery of the product, it remains important to apply the product [...] appetite and feeds on a variety of pests. Not only can this predatory mite be used to combat sciarid flies white worms, and thrips , it also makes short [...] which promotes better pest control. It therefore has a great part to play as the basis for integrated control in both vegetable cultivation and ornamentals

• Plugging the plant propagation gap with Trianum

  July 8, 2019

  seedlings and plug plants in propagation; can be used for all ornamental plant species T-22 has several modes of action: competition in the root zone; mycoparasitic [...] activity, antibiosis and enzyme production; it solubilises phosphates and micronutrients, which promotes plant growth; it also induces defense signaling, triggering [...] of fungal plant pathogens. Koppert have marketed Trichoderma harzianum T-22 in the UK for over a decade, under the brand name Trianum. Two product formulations

• SWD

  May 8, 2019

  impact of SWD on vulnerable crops. Continuous monitoring until November is recommended. Traps placed in wild areas (hedgerows and windbreaks) in March will [...] flies . Use in combination with our fruit fly attractant for best effect. Start by placing traps in wild areas (hedgerows and windbreaks/woodland on field edges); [...] the pest can also be problematic in grapes, plums and even tomatoes. Early detection through monitoring (starting in March) is now thought to be crucial