• Potato aphid

  North American origin, but is these days distributed throughout the world. It is a highly polyphagous species with a preference for Solanaceae (particularly [...] yield. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The [...] appearance of Potato aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. When reproduction is

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  chemical tools in an IPM program. Koppert: expert in predatory mite solutions Koppert offers solutions for both preventive and curative applications in crops such [...] the years, we have further specialized in producing a big range of natural enemies and have several patents to our name. Our stability in breeding, quality [...] ideal for preventive control. A predatory mite solution for each growing environment We offer an expanded portfolio to suit every crop and condition: Bottles

• Shallot aphid

  The shallot aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. In greenhouses, reproduction [...] apex. The shallot aphid does not alternate to another host plant for overwintering and there is no sexual stage in the life cycle. No eggs are produced. Myzus [...] aphid is cosmopolitan and widely spread in Europe. Damage symptoms Feeding of shallot aphid on strawberries invokes a strong host plant reaction. Infested

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 4, 2021

  Half a year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. ‘It was a [...] a brilliant move,’ says Glasshouse Manager Angel Angelov. ‘When it comes to the even distribution of Koppert’s predatory insects , it’s in a class of its [...] its own. It also fits perfectly into our hi-tech, sustainable approach to cultivation. At Dyson farming, it’s all about innovation.’ Dyson Farming is the

• New Generation Mycotal

  June 2, 2023

  products in the market. ‘Koppert’s exploration for new potential targets for Mycotal, both in the laboratory and in the field, holds a great deal of potential [...] c fungus that acts as a natural solution for a range of pests found in vegetables, ornamentals , nursery trees and soft fruit in protected cultivation [...] c fungus that acts as a natural solution for a range of pests found in vegetables, ornamentals, nursery trees and soft fruit in protected cultivation"

• Cerall, a powerful seed treatment solution against seed-borne diseases in cereal crops

  on seed-borne diseases in cereals Seed-borne diseases are harmful to your crop and can have a big impact on your yield. Want to know more about these diseases [...] These diseases can also seriously affect the crop in a later stage. Cerall offers a powerful weapon to protect the seeds against these pathogens while [...] seeds. The product is a seed coating - the seeds are treated prior to sowing. Cerall remains effective on stored seeds for up to one year after application

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  control in its raspberry production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several berry growers in the region [...] learned about Koppert's natural solutions. Since then, both companies have maintained a close relationship that has allowed them to go one step further. Pest [...] Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number of pests such as thrips , brown spiders, crystalline spiders, worms and

• Fruit grower uses Natupol Tripol for outdoor pollination

  biological solutions where possible.’ Using biological solutions ‘Pesticides are bad for beneficial insects and anything you can do to make it more sustainable [...] them to the apple orchard in early spring. ‘Although the weather has been unpredictable these last few years, we make sure to place our order for the hives [...] honeybees at lower temperatures, and we have found that a combination of honeybees and bumblebees is a big improvement.’ Alfred uses two Tripol hives per

• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  east to west are typically free of oak processionary caterpillar, while those running north to south still have some nests. It is possible that there has [...] difference According to Bergeijk, the results have been generally positive. ‘The trees that we have treated have been 90% cleared. What is interesting is [...] more drift during spraying in those places, which means that the nematodes are more easily blown away. In some cases, we have to take curative action and

• Cotton aphid

  of Cotton aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. In greenhouses reproduction [...] yield. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The [...] Aphis gossypii ) is distributed throughout the world but prefers the warmer regions. It has been a pest in European greenhouses since the late 1980’s, particularly