• Effective Spider Mite Control on Ornamentals

  April 10, 2019

  New Spical Ulti-Mite sachet improves spider mite control on ornamental plants For early control of two-spotted spider mite , and other mite pests, Koppert [...] Systems has developed the new Spical Ulti-Mite sachet, which is a follow-on from the revolutionary Swirski Ulti-Mite sachet. Spical Ulti-Mite applied [...] and nymphs) of spider mite. However adult females of the predatory mite feed on all stages of spider mite. Neoseiulus californicus is an essential first line

• Crucial information on pollination at high temperatures

  August 10, 2020

  you clear on how hot climate conditions impact on both the pollinator and the plant, and the interactions between them? Koppert’s White Paper on Plant-pollinator [...] the effects of high temperatures on pollination. ‘In the past, we have always observed the impact of temperatures on the pollination activity of our bumblebees [...] Crucial information on pollination at high temperatures We all know that proper pollination of a flower is the most critical process related to fruit set

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  crop protection challenges. “I think there are higher pressures on the plants as they are on site for a longer period of time; it’s not just a case of getting [...] Orius laevigatus survives better on some plants and others and this knowledge helps to inform which products are used where on the site. "We are also using [...] for thrips . The biological controls work well on them, but it is very important to get them applied early on so they can establish. If you end up firefighting

• Natutec Drive – On the road to precision biological control

  March 10, 2021

  Designed to make biological control of crop pests more efficient, effective and labour-saving, Koppert Biological Systems' newest application tool – Natutec Drive – is now being used with success by g

• Koppert and CABI collaborate on making more biological controls available

  December 18, 2018

  training is also envisaged for Plantwise* ‘plant doctors’ who give advice on integrated pest management to local farmers. Other key areas of intended

• Spical

  of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after introduction [...] Predatory mites Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control Effective Spider Mite Control on Ornamentals Following Swirski, Spical undergoes [...] g , Natutec Airbug or Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Spical depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular

• Spider mites and other mites

  detect them. Plant mites are often found in colonies on the undersides of leaves, where they feed on the plant's sap. The damage caused by plant mites can [...] a range of damage, depending on the species and the host plant. They often cause yellow-brown spots and discoloration on the leaves. Some species induce [...] female mite laying eggs. The eggs are usually spherical and laid on the underside of leaves or on other parts of the plant. The number of eggs laid by a single

• Sciarid flies

  feeding on the roots. The larvae feed mainly on decaying plant material and on algae and fungi present in the soil. They, however, can also feed on root hairs [...] Damage symptoms The larvae of sciarid flies feed mainly on organic remains and the fungi that grow on them, although some species can also eat living plant [...] rootlets, and tender root, stem and leaf tissue. Later instars may even feed on plant stems. The injuries caused by feeding also provide invasion routes for

• Pepper

  ng seedlings in a greenhouse environment. Plant height can vary depending on species and variety. Tall varieties grown in commercial greenhouses are supported [...] greenhouse environment. Recommended for you Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

• Chili pepper

  colours as well. Recommended for you Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control