• Fruit grower uses Natupol Tripol for outdoor pollination

  unpredictable these last few years, we make sure to place our order for the hives in good time for the blossoms. The provision of information by Koppert consultants [...] Opijnen, Gerlderland. Six years ago, they introduced Natupol Tripol bumblebees for optimal pollination of their apple and pear orchards. Situated in the Betuwe [...] grown include Elstar, Goudreinetten, Kanzi, Maribelle, Gala, Red Prince and Golden delicious. Pears include Conference, Tessa and Migo. ‘Our oldest apple plot

• Comprehensive Control Combination for Carrot Fly

  May 13, 2022

  Trap Koppert Carrot Fly Trap The flies are attracted to Koppert’s orange-coloured Carrot Fly Traps, which should be placed just above canopy height, at a [...] should be positioned in the field from April, and again in June, to monitor for the emergence of the first and second adult fly generations. Psila Protect [...] to 8/ha in high-risk situations. Capirel There are three treatment windows for Capirel : Before first generation adults emerge from overwintered pupae in

• Chrysoperla carnea

  lacewings are 23-30 mm long, slender, yellow-green in colour, with a yellow-white dorsal stripe, and golden eyes. They have large, transparent finely green-veined [...] Chrysoperla carnea for pest control Chrysoperla carnea , commonly known as the green lacewing, is a beneficial insect used in agriculture as a natural [...] particularly effective predators. The green lacewing Chrysoperla carnea is used for the control of the following pests: Aphids Thrips Mealybugs Caterpillars The

• Aphidius colemani

  recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius colemani The parasitic wasp [...] is a parasitic wasp used for biological pest control . This species belongs to the Braconidae family and is primarily known for its effectiveness in controlling [...] turns from a hard, leathery brown to a golden yellow casing, known as a mummy. Parasitized aphids turn into golden brown mummies after 7-12 days, depending

• Tomato looper

  General The golden twin-spot moth or tomato looper ( Chrysodeixis chalcites ) belongs to the family of Noctuidae . It is a tropical and subtropical species [...] chrysanthemum and geranium. An annual migrant from southern Europe, the golden twin-spot moth ( Chrysodeixis chalcites ) spreads to several northerly countries [...] appear skeletonized. The last two instars may eat the entire leaf except for the midrib or other large veins. On tomatoes, the tomato looper ( Chrysodeixis

• Gummy stem blight

  causes brown lesions on the foot and higher up on the stem. On the lesions, golden-brown gummy drops occur, hence the name gummy stem blight. On the lesions [...] the main source of dispersal of disease upwards in the crop and the conidia for spread of the disease downwards. How to prevent Gummy stem blight Before cropping: [...] pots and plant parts from previous crop that may serve as inoculum source for the new crop prevent condensation on all plant parts at all times Extra Silicon

• Aphidius matricariae

  recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use Aphidius matricariae The natural enemy [...] appearance of Aphidius matricariae Adults are 3-4 mm golden brown wasps with long antennae. Characteristic for the distinction of the species are the fine stripes [...] parasitic wasp belonging to the family Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological pest control of aphids . This small wasp is a valuable

• Aphidius ervi

  recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius ervi The parasitic wasp [...] can parasitize hundreds of aphids within two days. Aphidius ervi is used for the control of the following pests: Potato aphid ( Macrosiphum euphorbiae [...] sure the material 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

• Protected vegetables

  dependency: IPM reduces the need for chemical pesticides, minimizing the risk of harmful residues on vegetables. This is crucial for meeting stringent food safety [...] standards and consumer demand for pesticide-free produce. Cost-effective: Implementing IPM can result in improved profitability for growers. By using targeted [...] yield: IPM practices, such as regular scouting for pests and diseases, help identify issues early, allowing for timely interventions and preserving crop quality

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  actively search for food on the underside of leaves. Their colour can vary according to the prey eaten and they are sometimes greenish in colour when they take [...] lower temperatures as well Amblydromalus limonicus for pest control Amblydromalus limonicus is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips Whitefly [...] than 24 hours old, white in colour) are a much better prey than older whitefly eggs (more than 24 hours old, brown in colour). At 25°C under optimal conditions