Feltiella acarisuga

of spider mite, Feltiella acarisuga is a good control agent. The adults are not predatory and only need water and sugar. Life cycle of Feltiella acarisuga [...] on the body. A fully grown larva is about 2 mm long. At the end of the last larval stage, the larva spins a white cocoon near a leaf vein and pupates within [...] Optimal results are achieved in a humid environment (>80% relative humidity) and at temperatures between 20 and 27°C (68 and 81°F). Feeding behaviour of Feltiella

Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

netting at a good rate over a longer period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is maintained [...] in 2020. A remarkable move ‘Well, we had ten good weeks, Fred and I said to each other when the coronavirus crisis erupted and exports came to a standstill [...] therefore sprays a product of natural origin, such as Mycotal , twice a year, in the spring and in the autumn. Wim van der Meer explains, ‘Koppert is involved

Aphidius ervi

Aphidius ervi is available in a bottle ( Ervipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved [...] ervi The parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi is most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). This natural enemy is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F [...] themselves. Life cycle and appearance of Aphidius ervi Aphidius ervi is a very dark aphid parasitoid. The waist is entirely black, without striping. As it

Chrysopa-E

Aphids and other pests, like mealybugs , Echinothrips and butterfly and moth eggs. Mode of action Larvae of the lacewing attack their prey and suck their [...] preventively or in infested areas and repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert [...] conditions Chrysoperla carnea is effective in a wide temperature range including low temperatures (average > 12°C/54°F). It is most effective at 20-28°C (68-82°F)

Chrysoperla carnea

closely spun cocoon is off-white and egg-shaped, about 3 mm long and 2.5 mm thick. The space between the inner and outer cocoon is filled with fine, loose [...] larva is colourless and transparent when newly hatched, later becoming cream-coloured to light brown. The head is light grey, with black eyes, and dark [...] the population density is particularly high. The development of the pupa is visible externally. The outer cocoon is 8 mm long and 4 mm thick. The inner

Aphipar-M

remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar-M depends on climate, crop and aphid density [...] situation. Environmental conditions Most effective between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). Effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 28°C/82°F). Combined use Can [...] nicotianae ) and peach-potato aphid ( Myzus persicae var. persicae ). Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their

Beneficial nematodes

They are commonly used in greenhouse and nursery pest management and are becoming more and more popular in orchards and outdoor vegetable crops. Steinernema [...] are a group of parasitic nematodes that have a unique relationship with insects. These nematodes are natural predators of various insects and play a crucial [...] kill the host insect within a few days. The host becomes immobile and eventually dies due to the bacterial infection. Feeding and reproduction: The nematodes

Pepino mosaic virus

Physalis floridana ) can also act as a host. Damage symptoms The impact of a PepMV infection for the tomato grower is variable. Several factors contribute [...] heavily laden. Typical of the damage caused by PepMV is, that it is very intense for a few weeks and then disappears to eventually return later in the season [...] mosaic virus is highly infectious and spreads via infected equipment such as carts, scissors and knives. If plant sap of an infected plant is transferred

Aphipar

dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should [...] situation. Environmental conditions Most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). Effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can [...] the mummies and females lay their eggs into aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps develops inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy

IPM app

always been a great challenge in agriculture. A healthy crop is paramount, while there is also a growing demand for sustainable food production and increased [...] efficacy of control agents, thereby reducing the need for pesticides and increasing crop health and yield. For more information and a demo visit www.koppertipm [...] Compatible with iOS and Android Enjoy scouting with a customized template Enter multiple pests/diseases at once Scout multiple sessions and multiple fields