• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  (such as red, itchy skin or allergic eczema), nose (such as sneezing, runny nose, or an itchy nose), or eyes (such as itchy or watery eyes). If you experience [...] contact, or could take years to appear. Not everyone who is exposed to allergens will develop an allergy. It is difficult to determine in practice which substance [...] determine which substance you are allergic to. This information is intended solely for informative purposes and may not be used to diagnose or treat a

• Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly and thrips control

  conditions. Several trials are showing that Mycotal is already active, growing and effective from 8 °C, which is unique. Mycotal in colder temperatures [...] thrips is through the use of entomopathogenic fungi, such as Akanthomyces muscarius ( formerly called Lecanicillium muscarium ). Our Mycotal product is a [...] uses the dead insect as a source of nutrients to grow and produce more spores, which can infect other insects. Why use Mycotal Easy to use, can be applied

• Aphids

  Yellowing or distorted leaves: Aphids feed on the sap of plants, which can cause the leaves to turn yellow or become distorted. The damage is often more pronounced [...] growth, curling or distortion of the leaves, yellowing, or discoloration. They may also excrete a sugary substance called honeydew, which can attract other [...] one of which is much larger than the other. For a large part of the season an aphid population consists of viviparous females. As reproduction is asexual

• Parasitoid wasps

  on is the primary means by which parasitoid wasps control pests in agriculture. This process involves the parasitoid wasp laying its eggs inside or on [...] within or on the host's body. Emergence: Once the parasitoid wasp reaches maturity, it emerges from the host's body or the cocoon. The host pest is typically [...] harmful chemicals decreases. This, in turn, creates a more balanced ecosystem in the crop, which can enhance overall crop health and resilience. A diverse

• Natutec Drive

  technology which has been used for Natutec Drive is exactly the same technology as which has been used for Natutec Drone. This specific technology is patented [...] blower is used. Application This product is only available in combination with Koppert products. Please contact your local consultant for more information [...] product is a unit with a patented release system to disperse material into an airstream for distribution through tubes over crops. The Natutec Drive is applicable

• Damping-off

  too high or low temperatures or sudden fluctuations in temperature. Pythium aphanidermatum mostly occurs at higher temperatures in the soil or irrigation [...] soil or substrate. Oospores are dispersed when soil particles are moved around by humans or machinery. Pythium can survive very well in the soil or substrate [...] General Pythium is considered a ‘weak pathogen’, meaning that it can usually only affect plants that are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer from stress

• Powdery mildew

  by rain is negligible, since spores explode when in contact with water for no more than a few hours. Powdery mildew spores, either ascospores or conidia [...] General Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that is caused by many different species of fungi such as Erysiphe, Podosphaera, Oïdium, Leveillula. Damage [...] fungus causing powdery mildew is extremely sensitive to water and ‘hides’ on the underside of the leaves. Therefore, this is where the colonies mostly occur

• Spider mites and other mites

  of spider mite damage include yellowing or browning of leaves, stippling or mottling of leaves (small white or yellow spots), and webbing on leaves and [...] feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which is why they are often problematic in greenhouses and during hot, dry weather [...] by plant mites can result in discolored or speckled leaves, stunted growth, and in severe cases, leaf drop or death of the plant. Damage symptoms are important

• Macrocheles robustulus

  robustulus is also a soil-dwelling predatory mite, controlling eggs and larvae of flies , thrips pupae, nematodes and other soil living pests, which can be [...] use of Macrocheles robustulus is 15°C (59°F). How to use Macrocheles robustulus The predatory mite Macrocheles robustulus is available in a cylinder ( Macro-Mite [...] Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about Macro-Mite

• Pepper weevil

  over time they turn grey, reddish-brown, or nearly black. Their main distinguishing feature is a ‘snout’ which is longer than their head and prothorax. Two [...] Overview They belong to the Curculionidae family, which is made up of more than 40,000 species. They have very hard bodies and are small in size. They [...] the best approach is to monitor them during the cooler parts of the day, as this is when they are most active. Another recommendation is to inspect the ground