• Pepino mosaic virus

  cross-protection with a mild strain, such as V10 . What is V10? V10 is a mild strain of Pepino Mosaic Virus used in a controlled way to protect plants against [...] growth patterns Life cycle of Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) PepMV spreads quickly in tomato crops due to its simple, contact-based life cycle. Entry The virus [...] production worldwide. Due to its rapid spread and impact on fruit quality, effective prevention and management are critical for maintaining yield and ma

• Foot rot of cereals

  is a significant concern for cereal crop growers worldwide. This disease primarily affects the roots and lower stem of cereal plants, leading to rotting [...] cereals Microdochium nivale , a fungal pathogen responsible for causing foot rot in cereals, has a lifecycle showing complex interactions with environmental [...] signs serve as key diagnostic features for identifying the presence of the pathogen in affected cereal crops. How to prevent foot rot of cereals Avoid following

• Transeius montdorensis

  Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advise on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of [...] control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advise on the best strategy for your situation. More about [...] and nymphs. This contributes to the disruption of the pest's life cycle and helps in reducing overall pest numbers. As a natural enemy of various pests

• Amblyseius andersoni

  almost lucent whitish to opaque white or yellow. Due to their size and colour they are difficult to spot in the crop. Best conditions for use of Amblyseius [...] turning around the bucket a few times Carefully sprinkle on the leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after releasing [...] control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about

• Greenhouse whitefly

  symptoms The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty [...] larger larvae expelling large quantities. The damage that whiteflies cause to a crop is the result of sucking out the sap from the plant leaves and secreting

• Anso-Mite

  mites A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture A life-long passion for predatory mites Predatory mite pioneers: A journey [...] turning around the bucket a few times Carefully sprinkle on the leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after releasing [...] control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionising biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  designed to withstand both low and high levels of humidity, making them ideal for use in environments where traditional paper sachets are prone to dry out [...] Ulti-Mite represents a significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops [...] breeding sachets function like a continuous engine, allowing predatory mites to reproduce within the sachet and gradually emerge over a period of 4-6 weeks. Moisture

• Macrocheles robustulus

  white. Best conditions for use of Macrocheles robustulus For optimal results the soil has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a loose structure. The [...] per m2/release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about [...] plays a vital role in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies. Macrocheles robustulus for pest control Macrocheles robustulus is used for the control

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  programme, or if we have a very severe issue we need to get on top of.” Thrips are a prominent pest for Peter The biggest pest issue for Floranova is thrips [...] are utilised for pollination with Koppert's smallest hives: Natupol Seeds Looking to the future, Peter hopes to make subtle improvements to the IPM programme [...] holding plants for nine months from sowing to harvest, so the plants are getting tired and trying to shut down, while we’re doing our best to keep them alive

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Koppert products [...] close to, an aphid colony, finding prey for the newly hatched larvae is normally not difficult. When a gall midge larva attacks an aphid, it injects a paralyzing [...] Aphidoletes aphidimyza for aphid control Aphidoletes aphidimyza is a species of predatory gall midge known for its effectiveness in biological pest control