Aphidius ervi

or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius ervi The parasitic [...] ervi female wasp can parasitize hundreds of aphids within two days. Aphidius ervi is used for the control of the following pests: Potato aphid ( Macrosiphum [...] remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Ervipar depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should

Caterpillars

Noctuidae (the noctuid or owl moths), which is the largest of all lepidopteran families. Most adults of this family are nocturnal. The caterpillars mostly pupate [...] addition to consumption of the plant, caterpillars also spoil the plant with the large quantities of frass they leave behind. Life cycle of caterpillars Caterpillar [...] caterpillar control is therefore essential for maintaining healthy and productive crops. Biological control of caterpillars combines monitoring and control

Leaf stripe

together. Life cycle and appearance of Leaf stripe Pyrenophora graminea is monocyclic, which means there is only one disease cycle during the cropping season [...] symptoms of infection. Soil temperature during seedling emergence is critical for infection. Soil temperatures below 12 °C are most conducive for this disease [...] the base of the leaf and the leaf sheath. They gradually extend and become brown and chlorotic and may merge. Eventually this leads to the death of the leaf

Anagyrus vladimiri

an interval of 1-2 weeks. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. [...] ly effective for mealybug control, a common pest affecting various crops. The natural enemy Anagyrus vladimiri is used for the control of the following [...] should be combined with Cryptobug or Cryptobug-L for effective control of the mealybugs . Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Anagyrus vladimiri The female

Aphidoletes aphidimyza

distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Koppert products Aphidend Expand all items Best conditions for use of Aphidoletes [...] condition of the predator, as well as the size of the prey. Life cycle of Aphidoletes aphidimyza Growers can recognize the different life stages of the gall [...] Aphidoletes aphidimyza for aphid control Aphidoletes aphidimyza is a species of predatory gall midge known for its effectiveness in biological pest control

Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

and profitability of their crops. The ongoing collaboration between farmers and Koppert lives up to one of its core values: working for the growers. [...] biological control in our crops significantly reduced our reliance on high-impact pesticides," noted José Antonio Cruz, general manager of Grupo Los Pinos. [...] Rancho Los Pinos sets the standard for vegetable production, packing, and marketing in northwestern Mexico. Renowned for quality and committed to sustainability

Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

n, use of air-cooling systems, use of evaporation systems. During periods of hot weather, when the temperature exceeds 30° C for large parts of the day [...] climate for a Tomato? Without proper pollination, the investment of a greenhouse, heating, fertilizer, and labour, is practically wasted. One of the most [...] implications for yield and quality. It is essential to point out that exposure to maximum temperatures of more than 30° C for a couple of hours has a

Vidi Fol (Fortafol)

recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Storage time after receipt See package for expiry date. Storage [...] strengthen the crop. Crops All crops. Mode of action Fulvic acids improve permeability the of cell membranes, leading to better transport of nutrients. This results [...] required amount of water Add the correct amount of Vidi Fol to the water Mix thoroughly Fill the tank with the remaining amount of water The pH of the solution

Koppert Foundation

sustainable solutions for horticulture and agriculture and improvement of the health and availability of food and nutrition for those who need it most [...] Foundation focuses on three domains: supporting projects for smallholder farmers providing education about our wonderful partnering with nature in integrated crop [...] org . Do you need help with explanation and/or application? Please contact your local Koppert representative.

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

have to be patient and lose your fear. You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the performance of beneficial insects. It also [...] production. All farmers must take a step forward to stay in the market. Fabián Alejandre, avocado orchard coordinator at Don Sánchez Fresh, says: "One of the reasons [...] Sánchez Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops