• Aphidius colemani

  wasp leaves this mummy via a round hole. The colour and form of the mummy do not, however, provide a reliable key to the species of wasp within: many braconid [...] spins a cocoon inside the aphid cuticle, causing it to swell. The cuticle turns from a hard, leathery brown to a golden yellow casing, known as a mummy [...] advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius colemani

• Ephedrus cerasicola

  Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Ephedrus [...] control of the following pests: Wide range of aphids The parasitic wasp Ephedrus cerasicola is available at Koppert in Aphiscout . Aphiscout consists of Aphidius [...] available in a bottle ( Aphiscout ) Peel off the outer layer of the label starting at the upper right corner Hang the cylinder horizontally from a crop wire

• Aphidius matricariae

  above 28°C/82°F. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a notable parasitoid wasp with a distinctive feeding behavior [...] appearance of Aphidius matricariae Adults are 3-4 mm golden brown wasps with long antennae. Characteristic for the distinction of the species are the fine [...] fine stripes on side parts of the wasp waist. Aphidius matricariae is specific to aphids of the family Aphididae. Most species belong to the genera Myzus

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated a number of times. Consult a Koppert [...] Aphelinus abdominalis Aphelinus abdominalis is a parasitic wasp for the biological control of various aphid species. The parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis [...] Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphelinus abdominalis

• Aphidius ervi

  wasp Aphidius ervi Aphidius ervi is a parasitic wasp species that plays a significant role in biological control of aphids . The natural enemy Aphidius [...] Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius [...] can even pursue the aphid to parasitize. Because of this, the disturbance of aphid colonies can have a serious impact. The aphids can be spread through

• Fusarium spp.

  Fusarium spp. is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered [...] appearance of Fusarium spp. Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops [...] Fusarium solani is a complex of many species, who collectively have a very broad host range. F. solani causes foot and/or root rot of the infected host

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  to chemical pesticides makes biological control a critical and sustainable option. Predatory mites offer a powerful defense, ensuring healthier crops and [...] programs forms the cornerstone of success, ensuring population suppression, crop vitality, and reduced chemical use. Key benefits of using predatory mites Targeted [...] Targeted action: feeding on all life stages of spider mites. No side effects: a natural solution without harm to other natural enemies or pollinators. No

• Dacnusa sibirica

  appearance of Dacnusa sibirica The life cycle of Dacnusa sibirica consists of an egg, a larva, a pupa and an adult. In order to see the eggs and larvae of the [...] capable of distinguishing a leaf that has already been visited from one that has not. Dacnusa sibirica is a solitary parasitic wasp. At high rates of para [...] larvae of Liriomyza trifolii than with the larvae o f Liriomyza bryoniae , it is perfectly capable of developing in the larvae of both species. Dacnusa

• Encarsia formosa

  it may be better to switch to the use of Enermix or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] Life cycle and appearance of Encarsia formosa The development of E. formosa consists of six stages: the egg, three larval instars, a pupal instar, and the [...] 25°C (68 and 77°F). At a 24 hours average temperature below 17°C/63°F the control of whiteflies may be insufficient. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Encarsia

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a species of beetle belonging to the family Coccinellidae. The beneficial insect is a small but highly effective predator [...] cannibalism under these conditions. At a temperature of 21°C, during the whole period of its development to adult beetle, a larva eats more than 25 second and [...] appear to prey on all stages of mealybugs equally. Adult ladybirds are good fliers and can disperse over a large area in search of prey. Although Cryptolaemus