• Attracker

  Before using Attracker in combination with plant protection products in crops that might be sensitive to phytotoxicity, test in a small area before proceding [...] working conditions Attracker Follow the user instructions of the pesticides. There are no special requirements with regards to the use of Attracker. Handling [...] Attracker improves the efficacy of pesticides, especial when the pest hides in a sheltered place on the crop. Crops All crops. How does Attracker work? Attracker

• Diamond back moth

  diamond back moth (Plutella xylostella) are initially yellow or pale green and later darken. They are deposited singly or in small groups of two or ten eggs on [...] upper and lower surface of leaves, preferentially in depressions, and rarely on stems or petioles. There are four larval instars. The body tapers at both ends [...] instar, which mines in the leaf tissue, the larvae are voracious surface feeders. The pupae of the diamond back moth (Plutella xylostella) are covered with a

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  plants. In the end, everything more or less turned out fine – the plants in 12 cm pots were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer, and the plants in 14 cm pots [...] spring and in the autumn. Wim van der Meer explains, ‘Koppert is involved in a trial in which we are investigating whether Chrysopa eggs are effective at [...] therefore occur in the greenhouse that only become noticeable once the plants are in the hall. Fantastic results with Swirski-LD The main pests are the Western

• American serpentine leaf miner

  cosmetic damage. In tropical and subtropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown [...] , usually in the upper side of the leaf. Egg spots are oval and hard to distinguish from feeding spots. The larvae of Liriomyza trifolii are entirely [...] exit hole in the leaf with its mouth parts. After roughly one hour the larva crawls out of the leaf and falls to the ground. This occurs in the early morning

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic roundworms are parasitic and are known for their effectiveness in controlling a variety [...] host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema [...] systems: Pressure-compensated irrigation systems are recommended. If not available, spray or drench applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatr

• Biological Pest Control

  infestations in a greenhouse. Augmentative biological control can provide rapid results and is particularly useful when natural enemies are insufficient in the [...] resorting to harmful chemicals. In biological pest control, beneficial organisms like parasitic wasps and predatory mites are introduced into agricultural [...] animals, making them a safer option. Types of biological pest control There are three primary types of biological pest control methods: conservation, classical

• Crop Protection

  compromising the environment. What are biocontrol agents? Biocontrol agents refer to products and methods that are based on living organisms or their [...] Crop protection in agriculture Crop protection is the practice of protecting plants against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth [...] growth and reliable harvests. It is essential in agriculture and horticulture for achieving healthy, high-yielding crops. At Koppert, we provide biological

• The five main benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  January 7, 2024

  they become significant problems and results in a more efficient long-term approach to pest management. There are many benefits on implementing IPM into your [...] efficiency in agriculture. It supports in strategically considering the economic threshold—the point where the costs of employing biocontrol are justified [...] is easier to balance in the crop. This supports in lowering the risks of impact by drought, salinity, wind pests and diseases. In other words using an

• 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

• Biological solutions offer multiple benefits

  November 8, 2022

  important role to play in this.’ These efforts are starting to pay off. ‘We’ve become the market leader in Brazil . Our sustainable solutions are now being used [...] could offer for agricultural crops. They are easier to scale, and for this industry in particular, large volumes are essential. Back then, the technology wasn’t [...] introducing beneficials in outdoor crops as well. Market leader in Brazil The first experiences with large-scale use of microbials were in Brazil, the world’s