Aphidend

70%) to get the best results. Combined use High densities of generalist predatory mites , especially Amblyseius swirskii , can be detrimental to Aphidend [...] Pests All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult gall midges emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. After emerging [...] bottle and spread Dosage The dosage of Aphidend depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start

Swirski-Mite LD

Pests Young larvae of various thrips species and eggs and larvae of whitefly . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the [...] in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] predatory mites Dosage The dosage of Swirski-Mite LD depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start

Fruit grower uses Natupol Tripol for outdoor pollination

bumblebees for optimal pollination of their apple and pear orchards. Situated in the Betuwe fruit growing region of the Netherlands, the 80-hectare orchard [...] combination of honeybees and bumblebees is a big improvement.’ Alfred uses two Tripol hives per hectare, starting with the pear orchard, then moving them to the [...] these last few years, we make sure to place our order for the hives in good time for the blossoms. The provision of information by Koppert consultants

Cutworms

segetum . The larvae of these moths usually feed on roots and plant parts close to the ground, thereby often cutting the stems of young plants. This is [...] usually observed as a cutting of young seedlings, often causing death of the cut seedlings. Sometimes wilting is observed because of partial cutting. A larva [...] quickly moves on to other plants and continues cutting. Therefore, relatively small populations of cutworms can destroy entire stands of crops, such as cotton

Syrphidend

Pests All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult hoverflies emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. The young larvae [...] Carefully open the perforated lid of the carboard box. Hang the open box vertically on the plants, preferably close to flowers. Protect from direct sunlight [...] sunlight or rain. Dosage The dosage of Syrphidend depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start

Casea

a rate of 1 to 3 million nematodes per litre of spray solution (average 1.5 billion /ha or 0.6 billion/acre) and against soil pests at a rate of 500 million [...] few hours to days after infection. Visual effect Infected pest insects in the root zone turn yellow to brown but may be difficult to find, due to rapid d [...] minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing at least 2 litres of water per sachet (water temperature: 15-20°C/59-68°F) Stir well and

Ercal

situation, it may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] places exposed to direct sunlight Dosage The dosage of Ercal depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps parasitise the second and third larval stage of the whitefly . Additionally, host

Thripex-V

Vermiculite and a fraction of bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole [...] Pests Young larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites pierce their prey with their sucking mouthparts [...] Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Thripex-V depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start

Miglyphus

Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps of Diglyphus isaea kill second and third instar leaf miner larvae in the mine and lay their eggs next to them [...] Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening Dosage The dosage of Miglyphus depends on climate, crop and leaf [...] temperatures (<20°C/68°F) it might be better to use Minusa . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best

Thripor-L

Pests Various species of thrips . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Adults and nymphs pierce thrips larvae and adults with their sucking mouthparts [...] leaves and/or in application boxes (Dibox) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make sure the [...] application Dosage The dosage of Thripor-L depends on climate, crop and thrips density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start