• Macrolophus pygmaeus

  Macrolophus pygmaeus for pest control Macrolophus pygmaeus is a key predatory bug for biological pest control of whitefly , Tuta absoluta and spide mites [...] environmentally friendly solution for managing insect pest populations. The predatory bug Macrolophus pygmaeus is used for the control of the following pests: [...] Mirical Mirical-N Expand all items Best conditions for use of Macrolophus pygmaeus Optimal temperatures for Mirical are above 20°C/68°F, lower temperatures

• Steinernema feltiae

  applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local Koppert representative for specific advice Spray the [...] soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application For foliar application, spray [...] spray nematodes when relative humidity will exceed 75% for several hours after the treatment Adding an adjuvant and/or an anti-desiccant/humectant can be

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local representative for specific advice Spray the solution [...] soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application For foliar application, spray [...] spray the nematodes when relative humidity will exceed 75% for several hours after the treatment Adding an adjuvant and/or an anti-desiccant/humectant can

• Strawberry aphid

  parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuously producing new generations of females. The strawberry aphids overwinter as parthenogenetic [...] fragaefolii are translucent yellowish white to pale greenish yellow, with red eyes. The body is covered with conspicuous capitate hairs. They are relatively

• Cottony soft rot

  fluffy mycelium occurs with new dark sclerotia. The fungus also infects seeds and tubers, thereby creating a source of infection for the next crop. The dispersal [...] mycelium, big, dark sclerotia are formed. They can easily be seen with the naked eye and look like rat droppings. The symptoms may occur on stems but also on leaves

• Chrysoperla carnea

  Chrysoperla carnea for pest control Chrysoperla carnea , commonly known as the green lacewing, is a beneficial insect used in agriculture as a natural [...] particularly effective predators. The green lacewing Chrysoperla carnea is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Thrips Mealybugs Caterpillars The [...] carnea is available at Koppert as Chrysopa and Chrysopa-E . Best conditions for use of Chrysoperla carnea Chrysoperla carnea is effective in a wide temperature

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  several chemical products, while the demand for produce with low or no residue grew steadily,’ Zoboli explains. ‘For these reasons we conducted tests with various [...] that the leaves stay wet for longer and the nematodes have more time to reach their targets. We applied several cycles of treatments in our heated greenhouses [...] applied Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle of three nematode treatments, we saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large i

• 100% Sustainable Agriculture

  food production for a healthy planet. Partners with nature, that is the guiding principle in everything we do! Pioneering is not new to Koppert. In fact [...] horticulture. In doing so, he laid the foundation for today’s Koppert, providing alternative products for chemical pesticides. Now Koppert’s third generation [...] problems at hand with fresh and experienced eyes. All this enables us to develop targeted natural solutions for the challenges you face as a modern farmer

• Biological Pest Control

  of ecosystems. Sustainable Biocontrol reduces the need for continuous chemical treatments. Safe for humans and pets Biocontrol methods pose no health risks [...] strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers and retail increasingly favour organic and environmentally friendly products, the demand for biological [...] pest control methods is likely to grow, making it a forward-looking choice for agriculture and pest management. Learn more about Pests Advantages of biological

• Cotton aphid

  Damage symptoms The cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii ) is an important vector for viral diseases. This aphid species can transmit more than 50 different viruses [...] honeydew, contaminating fruit and ornamental crops and rendering them unsuitable for market. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting [...] parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood