• Amblydromalus limonicus

  Releases should be repeated once or twice, or until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] to suppress high densities of thrips and whitefly. Key advantages of Amblydromalus limonicus: Targets multiple life stages of thrips and whitefly, including [...] lus limonicus prefers the larvae of various species of thrips (first and second larval stages) and eggs and larvae of greenhouse whitefly ( Trialeurodes

• Tobacco aphid

  plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs [...] therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] they are also capable of dispersing through the crop by walking. The tobacco aphid tends to form denser colonies, closer to the top of the plant, than the

• May beetle

  later leads to signs of wilting and stunted growth. Lifecycle and appearance of the may beetle The adults belonging to the majority of Phyllophaga species [...] adults and larvae of this genus, they are usually treated as a single group, sharing similar habits and biology. The larval stages of these beetles are [...] water stress and ultimately ending in the death of the plant. From the third stage onwards, the impact of this pest increases. Damage symptoms Initial damage

• Mycotal

  amount of Mycotal For optimal effectiveness combine with an adjuvant such as Addit or Squad Mix with 3-4 litres of water (15-20°C) per 500 gram of Mycotal [...] 100 gram/100 litre of water Always check the product label for more information Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products [...] environmental conditions, kills the target after 7-10 days. Visual effect Infested insects shrivel, or in humid conditions, develop a fluffy mycelium outside

• Potato aphid

  plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs [...] therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] production. Life cycle and appearance of Potato aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour

• Natupol Booster

  amount and quality of pollen. Presentation One extra large pollination unit containing multiple colonies of bumblebees including one or more queens, workers [...] production such as rape seed, fodder crops, sunflower etc. Mode of action After introduction of the hive, worker bumblebees start pollinating the flowers while [...] on environmental conditions. Always consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation

• Vine mealybug

  an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew. Charac [...] and causing deformation and / or yellowing of leaves, sometimes followed by defoliation. The overall effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore [...] honeydew. Additionally, the white, waxy secretion of the mealybugs, reduces the ornamental value of the affected plants. Fruit and flowers are also fouled

• Horse-chestnut leaf miner

  mine of 4-7 mm diameter. The larva then goes through two spinning instars, which may or may not build a true cocoon in the mine. The percentage of larvae [...] spread to most of Europe. Since then, in all invaded regions, outbreaks have continued unabated, causing aesthetic damage to horse-chestnut, one of the favourite [...] the entire surface of the leaflets, especially from July on, when the second and third generations develop. Trees with a low number of attacked leaves are

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  in the shadow of the crop or providing additional cover. Read more about bumblebees in heat here. Hive maintenance Keep the underside of the hive dry to [...] a crate or stack of stones. Additionally, remove any flowering weeds in and around the pollination area, as bumblebees may visit them instead of the target [...] position the hives throughout the plot. The number of hives required depends on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Position the hive h

• Natupol Trio

  Crops Stone fruits, pome fruits, strawberry, blueberry. Mode of action After introduction of the hive, worker bumblebees start pollinating the flowers while [...] conditions and the amount and quality of pollen. Presentation One hive containing 3 separate extra large colonies of bumblebees including a queen, workers [...] blowing away Open the ventilation openings on top of the hive during warm weather Pull the white sliding door of each hive upward until two openings become visible