Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

lives up to its promises Sjaak van Dijk’s father was already using the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis and Sjaak himself has always used it. However [...] what Sjaak van Dijk expected of it. A week after the first deliveries were released, he had a closer look at the crop. ‘It was clear that the predatory mites [...] somewhat less keen on it. Spidex Vital still has to prove itself in such dry conditions. I want to see what happens. However, it is a new product and Koppert

Beneficial microorganisms

bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis . Beneficial microorganisms for pest control How it works Infection and colonization: Beneficial microorganisms start by infecting [...] succumbs to the fungal infection, the fungus continues to grow. Eventually, it produces more spores, which can be released into the environment to infect

Damping-off

Damping-off General Pythium is considered a ‘weak pathogen’, meaning that it can usually only affect plants that are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer [...] Oomycetes, a separate group of microorganisms and is therefore not a real fungus. It survives as oospores, resting spores which are resistant to unfavourable

Diglyphus isaea

within the order Hymenoptera . It is widely recognized for its role as a biological control agent for leaf miner control. Its ability to effectively target [...] remains beside its host, punctures it and sucks it empty from the outside, as a result of which the leaf miner larva dies. A few days after being parasitized [...] leafminers during its development. The wasp’s feeding rate and efficacy can vary with the density of leafminer infestations, allowing it to adapt to changing

Aphidoletes aphidimyza

control Aphidoletes aphidimyza is a species of predatory gall midge known for its effectiveness in biological pest control , specifically targeting aphids [...] greenhouse Place the bottle directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the plants Do not scatter the contents Once emerged, the adult [...] significantly at higher temperatures. As gall-midges are active at night, it is crucial to keep the night temperature above 12°C/61°F, to ensure optimal

Cottony soft rot

the stem base. The plant above it wilts and rots. White, fluffy fungal mycelium grows on the lesions, giving this disease its name cottony soft rot. In the [...] sclerotiorum, also known as cottony soft root, is a plant pathogenic fungus. It has a very wide range of host plants. Life cycle and appearance of Cottony

Oleander scale

Aspidiotus nerii Oleander scale General Aspidiotus nerii , the oleander scale or white scale belongs to the Coccoidea and has an almost worldwide distribution. Host plants include olive, apple, mango,

In control with Koppert: Biological crop protection since 1967

control pests and diseases using natural enemies and beneficial organisms. It offers many benefits, such as healthier crops, no chemical residues, no p [...] protection? Would you like to know more about biological crop protection and how it can help you maximize yields? Contact us — we're happy to provide support

Encarsia formosa

parasitic wasp is fully grown, it eats a round hole in the pupal cuticle. It takes several hours before the wasp frees itself from its case. The female parasitic [...] leading to its death and thereby contributing to the reduction of whitefly numbers. Encarsia formosa is highly adaptable and can adjust its parasitism [...] Encarsia , in that it is formed immediately beneath and in contact with the whitefly pupal cuticle, whereas in other Encarsia species it can be seen clearly

Lemon

Citrus limon is a medium, evergreen tree of the Rutaceae family. It is characterized by its aromatic sour taste. Recommended for you [...] Citrus limon Lemon About Grown mainly for its juice, this well-known yellow citrus fruit is used widely for culinary and other domestic purposes throughout