• Pollination checklist outdoor

  Koppert's bumblebees ensure natural pollination in both indoor and outdoor crops. Good pollination in outdoor crops can be achieved by following the r [...] direct sunlight, particularly in warm periods. Provide the hive with sufficient shade, for example by positioning it in the shadow of the crop. Ensure [...] may be visited by bumblebees in addition to the target crop. You should therefore mow or cut down any flowering weeds in and around the area to be pollinated

• Macrocheles robustulus

  living pests, which can be found in high numbers in greenhouses in soil which has been enriched with compost. As natural enemies of various pests, Macrocheles [...] robustulus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control , particularly in agricultural and horticultural settings. Macrocheles [...] 3 x 0.2 mm in size and pearly white. Best conditions for use of Macrocheles robustulus For optimal results the soil has to be moist, rich in organic matter

• trial results wireworm control

  Wireworm control with beneficial nematodes Results in irrigated potato Wireworms damage in irrigated potato (% of potatoes with holes) 2023, Italy 80 [...] the nematodes set out in search of their prey. They can actively hunt! Once they have found a host insect, they penetrate its natural body openings. The nematodes [...] 80 20 60 15 Damage (%) Efficacy (%) Casea efficacy against wireworms in irrigated potato (% damage reduction compared to untreated control) Emilia-Romagna

• Leek

  Protection in Leek: Thrips Control & Healthy Roots About The vegetable leek is a cultivar of Allium ampeloprasum , the broadleaf wild leek. In the past, [...] sold as a small seedling and planted in a greenhouse. Later on, as weather permits, the leek is planted outside in the soil. Once outside, the plant is [...] is rather hardy and many varieties can be left in the soil during winter and harvested when there is a need for them.

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  parasitization in roughly equal measure. Life cycle and appearance of Aphelinus abdominalis An adult Aphelinus abdominalis is 2.5 to 3 mm in length, with [...] Macrosiphum euphorbiae ) Glasshouse potato aphid ( Aulacorthum solani ) The natural enemy Aphelinus abdominalis is available at Koppert as Aphilin . Aphelinus [...] all items How to use Aphelinus abdominalis The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphilin ). Release mummies near infested plants, because Aphelinus

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

  similar products in suboptimal climates. Whether you’re growing peppers, strawberries, melons, or citrus fruits, in tunnels or open fields, or in consistently [...] significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016, we introduced [...] choice Our first natural enemy utilizing the Ulti-Mite sachet was Amblyseius swirskii , branded as Swirski Ulti-Mite . Since its market debut in 2006, this

• Strawberry

  Integrated pest management in strawberry Integrated pest management (IPM) plays a crucial role in ensuring the health and productivity of strawberry crops [...] crops. Bumblebee pollination not only plays a critical role in enhancing fruit set and yield in strawberry crops, but also contributes to integrated pest [...] due to the presence of various pests and diseases. Common pests that occur in strawberries are aphids , fruit flies , leafhoppers , caterpillars, plant

• Ephedrus cerasicola

  the family Braconidae and subfamily Aphidiinae. This natural enemy is used for the control of aphids in agricultural and horticultural settings. Ephedrus [...] through a round hole at the rear of the mummy. In practice, mummies are often found on the plant, but also in hidden places such as on ropes, under the rims [...] range of aphids The parasitic wasp Ephedrus cerasicola is available at Koppert in Aphiscout . Aphiscout consists of Aphidius colemani , Aphidius ervi , Aphelinus

• Trial_and_Field_results_nematodes_in_fruit_orchards_EN_-_Koppert.pdf

  vegetables, among others. Using beneficial nematodes in apple Michel Loubejac is a fruit grower in Moissac in the Tarn-etGaronne, region of France. Here he grows [...] Effective results in reducing damage from lepidopteran pests in top and stone fruits Impact of Capirel autumn application on codling moth (Cydia pomonella) [...] (Anarsia lineatella) and oriental fruit moth damage (Cydia molesta) in peaches in Italy (Cerignola) - 2020 Independent trial Bud damage % April 8th 90

• Bean seed fly

  Infested bean plants may exhibit wilting or yellowing of leaves, particularly in young seedlings. Poor growth: Bean seedlings may fail to emerge or show stunted [...] fly ( Delia platura ) is a small, dark-colored fly measuring about 4-5 mm in length. It typically has a shiny black or dark brown body with clear wings [...] darkened or damaged seeds, as bean seed fly larvae feed on seeds germinating in the ground, causing them to appear shriveled or discolored. Thirdly, search