• Beneficial nematodes

  bodies, and they come in a variety of sizes, ranging from microscopic to several inches in length. Nematodes play various roles in ecosystems. Some are [...] of beneficial nematodes are commonly used in biological pest control . These nematodes play a vital role in managing insect pests and are considered beneficial [...] product labels Store nematodes in a refrigerated environment to maintain their effectiveness until the day of application Create a nematode suspension by mixing

• Cut flowers

  Argentina to Mexico and the Caribbean. Is grown from a bulb as a cut flower or sold as a pot plant. Freesia : The freesia is a herbaceous perennial flowering plant [...] shrubs. In recent decades, the Hydrangea has been grown as a cut flower in all sorts of colors and sizes. Hippeastrum is the Latin name for a bulbous plant [...] descended from a number of freesias. Lily : Lilium is a genus of herbaceous flowering plants. Most lilies originate from temperate areas in the northern

• Permipar

  instructions) Hang the bottle in the crop, out of direct sunlight Deploy in or near the mealybug colonies Leave bottles in the crop for at least two weeks [...] wasp is most effective at temperatures around 25°C. The lowest temperature at which development can occur is 20°C, and the highest temperature is 30°C [...] quality. In case you do need to store Permipar, please follow the instructions below. Koppert SA is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored

• Say “Tata!” to Tuta

  September 29, 2023

  moth particularly likes tomatoes grown in nice and warm conditions. But this moth is a true nuisance that is also a master of concealment. So, be extra alert [...] farm. In order to tackle this pest effectively, it is essential to keep the following things in mind: In warm countries, this moth lives freely in nature [...] Koppert's Tutasan product can be helpful in mass trapping the males. Tutasan is a water trap and is used in combination with Pherodis pheromones. The

• The How and Why of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  growth promotion and crop resilience is a critical success factor within IPM. A healthy soil or substrate is the basis for a healthy crop. Think about soil or [...] enemies on the other. A big part of a holistic approach is also to continuously monitor how both aspects develop in your crop - monitoring is crucial . Early [...] plays a role in the way pests or diseases develop. As a grower, you can also improve the resilience of crops below and above the soil surface in various

• Tripar-C Leaflet

  Tripar-C is a very small, yellow parasitic wasp that seek and parasitize various moth eggs. Tripar-C is indigenous to Southern Africa. Tripar-C is the only [...] ely 4 days, the adult Tripar-C wasp appears from the FCM egg. Tripar-C has a very short lifecycle (around 8 days from egg to adult in summer}, ensuring [...] are sent in the pupal stage on parasitized egg sheets – 1 000 parasitized eggs / egg sheet. The egg sheets are placed in an envelope, and sent in a polystyrene

• How Integrated Pest Management adds value to your crops

  January 7, 2024

  on fruits. As a result, there is an absolute need to work with biological solutions.’ Status quo as the starting point The status quo is the starting point [...] explains Guido. 'And we zoom in on the need: Is it a must to prevent any and all damage to the crop because the customer demands a perfect fruit? Or can the [...] business and of the market – is so important. Because in the end, we want to work with and for growers to develop a system that is easily integrated into their

• Mediterranean fruit fly

  capitata ) is widespread in Africa, the Mediterranean basin and South America. Ceratitis capitata is a highly polyphagous species whose larvae develop in a very [...] symptoms The oviposition hole is often surrounded by a sunken and discoloured area. These punctures are often sufficient in high quality produce to make [...] an fly The adult Mediterranean fruit fly is about 4-5 mm long. It has bright emerald green eyes suffused with reddish brown. The thorax is black suffused

• Fly pollination

  flies show a stable emergence rate in combination with a high rate of activity in the crop. Natupol Fly is packed in a cardboard tube with a plastic lid [...] pollinators and are used in a wide range of seed crops. These flies are often applied in tents or other small isolation units with a few plants or when the [...] What is fly pollination? Fly pollination , also known as myophily, is a method of plant reproduction facilitated by various species of flies . Unlike bees

• Integrated Pest Management

  What is IPM? Integrated Pest Management, often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs [...] employs a combination of strategies to prevent and control pests while minimizing the use of pesticides. Integrated Pest Management is a dynamic and multifaceted [...] manage pests effectively. This approach is not just about eliminating pests; it's about achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention