• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  extremely effective glutton, it can also be used in many crops and under a great variety of circumstances. In the first instance, it can be used in large fruiting [...] predatory mite can also be introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in [...] product has continued to evolve. The bottle is still in use today, especially when distributing the predators with air-blowing systems. Not long after, the

• Cutworms

  are yellowish when hatching with a dark head capsule and prothoracic shield, later they become earth-brown to dingy grey. They are about 1.5 mm long just [...] just after emergence and can reach 4 cm or more when fully grown. The caterpillars may be encountered in the soil in a characteristic, circular position. [...] and have a wide host range. Damage symptoms Early instar cutworm larvae can create 'shotholes' while feeding on tender leaves of seedlings. Third to seventh

• Natutec Mini-Airbug

  dry and dust-free area. The Airbug can be stored in the supplied case. Always store the batteries in the chargers when not in use. [...] Mini-Airbug for the distribution of natural enemies in the crop. The Mini-Airbug can be used for full-field distribution, specific hot spots as well as for the [...] trolleys and is then delivered with a converter Volume of dosing pot/drum 1.5 litres. Range 2-3 metres (depending on product/carrier material). Application

• Ervipar

  Visual effect Parasitized aphids turn into a brown mummy. Pack size 250; 500; 5,000 mummies. Presentation 100 ml bottle; 0.9 litre cardboard cylinder. Carrier [...] 25-2 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized [...] (68 and 77°F). Not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can be used in combination with other aphid biocontrol agents, like for instance

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  biocontrol in Spain. It was innovative, science and practical driven - and I knew I wanted to be part of that.” The Swirskii breakthrough that changed everything [...] challenges. At first, he joined a government lab with the Junta de Andalucía. But when Koppert came looking for a research director, he saw an opportunity that [...] establish long-term presence in crops. Unlike parasitoids, predatory mites can remain active throughout the season, even under challenging conditions. This

• Entonem

  Entonem can be used for biological control of various insect pests in protected crops and amenity. It is effective at low temperatures, thus can also be [...] after preparation of spray solution Application Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through a sprinkler system, with a backpack [...] temperatures between 14-26°C/57-79°F Soil or air temperature below 5°C/41°F and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV):

• Capsanem

  after preparation of spray solution Application Nematodes can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through a sprinkler system, with a backpack [...] temperatures between 19-31°C/66-88°F Soil or air temperature below 5°C/41°F and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): [...] after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application For foliar application, spray Capsanem when relative humidity will

• Mini-Airbug, Rapid deployment of beneficials.

  May 8, 2019

  distribution of the material up to ± 1.5 to 2 metres from the Mini-Airbug, depending on the material The fan can be switched off, and only the rotating [...] enemies rapidly, to protect ornamentals and vegetable crops. The Mini-Airbug can be deployed very easily, allowing application of predatory mites to the entire [...] to 80% in a single work session Different combinations of natural enemies can be released to control pests such as thrips , mite and whitefly The unique

• Garden chafer

  larvae can also feed on bigger roots. After the roots have been destroyed the larvae move into corms, rhizomes and stem bases of plants. Larvae can also [...] from the Scarabaeidae family. It does most of its damage in the larval stage when it feeds on roots of grasses and clover. The adults feed on the leaves of [...] chafer ( Phyllopertha horticola ) does most of its damage in the larval stage when it feeds on the roots. First instar larvae mainly feed on small humus particles

• Goat moth

  s are up to 10 cm long, pink when young, later with yellowish sides and a dark red back with a black head. The pupa is 5-6 cm long, dark brown, with spines [...] broad-leafed trees. It is most often found in birch, ash, willow and elm but can also attack fruit trees. It is widespread in Europe. Damage symptoms Feeding