• Apple rust mite

  developing fruit of apple trees. Because of its small size, the pest is difficult to detect without magnification, and infestations may only become noticeable [...] marketability. Apple rust mite can multiply rapidly under favorable conditions, making regular monitoring and the presence of natural enemies important for effective [...] flower clusters. They begin feeding and laying eggs, allowing populations to increase as new plant tissue develops. Population growth Multiple generations

• Understanding the importance of scouting for successful IPM in Macadamia Orchards

  September 26, 2024

  effectiveness of these natural enemies, farmers can make informed decisions about their management strategies. How does biological control fit into an IPM strategy [...] report Analyse your data to determine the effectiveness of biological control. Compare current findings with previous records to gauge trends and impacts [...] your findings. 8. Follow-up actions Based on your findings, make any necessary adjustments to pest management strategies. This may involve enhancing habitat

• Biological solutions offer multiple benefits

  November 8, 2022

  switch to biological solutions is unlikely to be an immediate option. ‘But we’re eager to work with businesses to develop and expand our range. To that end [...] know how to put our mission into practice: Koppert wishes to contribute to better health of people and the planet and, in partnership with nature, to make [...] developed solutions to apply these products on a large scale. Drones have an important role to play in this.’ These efforts are starting to pay off. ‘We’ve

• Predatory mites

  target pest is crucial. Scouting is essential to know where the pest is, how severe the infestation is and to identify the pest. Select the right predatory [...] the pest and predatory mite populations to assess the effectiveness of biological control. Make adjustments to the release rate if necessary. Environmental [...] of your crop consultant for the frequency of releases. Video: How to use predatory mites How many predatory mites do I need? The dosage and frequency of

• Spider mites and other mites

  as little as one to two weeks. This rapid development contributes to their ability to multiply rapidly and cause significant damage to plants if left u [...] management, as their small size and tendency to hide on the underside of leaves can make them difficult to spot. Spider mite damage Some common signs of [...] pairs of legs. During this stage, the larvae start to feed on plant sap and undergo molting to transition to the next stage. Nymph: After the first molt, the

• Beetles

  feeding on leaves, roots, or fruits, leading to reduced growth and yield loss. Effective beetle control is essential to maintain healthy and productive crops [...] of beetles Beetle control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our beetle control products in action. More beetle control [...] Solutions for beetle control Learn more about What are beetles? Beetles belong to the order Coleoptera, a well-known group of insects that are easily recognizable

• Fusarium spp.

  boat-shaped pink macroconidia are produced, which may be dispersed further. How to prevent Fusarium spp? Remove or destroy crop residues Select resistant cultivar [...] brown discolouration occurs. Infected glumes and kernels become white, due to dehydration, and later turn pinkish-red as spores are formed. Ear infection [...] of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the best-known. The mycotoxins are toxic to mammals so maximum levels have been determined. Fusarium sambucinum (a.k.a

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

  August 31, 2026

  designed to withstand both low and high levels of humidity, making them ideal for use in environments where traditional paper sachets are prone to dry out [...] mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016, we introduced this groundbreaking product variant to our product [...] reproductive process would halt. How do predatory mite sachets work? The Ulti-Mite predatory mite sachet is specifically designed to support continuous reproduction

• Orius laevigatus

  The natural enemy Orius laevigatus is available at Koppert as Thripor-L . How to use Orius laevigatus The predatory bug Orius laevigatus is available in [...] (Dibox) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make sure the material remains undisturbed at the introduction [...] development (four per day on average). Adult females can kill up to 20 nymphs or six to seven adults per day. They are also cannibalistic. In pollen producing

• Aphidius colemani

  causing aphids to drop from the leaf and fall to the ground. Although many aphids die as a result, many will survive and migrate to other plants to begin new [...] items How to use Aphidius colemani The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure [...] a cocoon inside the aphid cuticle, causing it to swell. The cuticle turns from a hard, leathery brown to a golden yellow casing, known as a mummy. Parasitized