• Citrus mealybug

  crop in various ways: Nymphs and females extract the sap from the plant, stunting growth and causing deformation and / or yellowing of leaves, sometimes [...] distribution and many and diverse host plants. In temperate regions of the world this mealybug poses a problem in greenhouse horticulture, and in the tropics [...] croton and kalanchoë, but also in roses and gerbera. Additionally, the citrus mealybug ( Planococcus citri ) can also appear in cucumber, melon and aubergine

• Integrated Pest Management

  soil borne pests or diseases, but also well-balanced minerals in the soil matrix or nutrient solution and a porous structure of soil or substrate that allows [...] is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and control pests while [...] Pest Management is a dynamic and multifaceted strategy for pest control. It combines biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools to manage pests

• Contact

  Contact details Koppert SA (Pty) Ltd 12 Falcon Lane Lanseria Corporate Estate 805 Malibongwe Drive Lanseria Ext. 26 1739 (010) 020-2427

• Biological Pest Control

  wasps and predatory mites are introduced into agricultural crops to prey on or parasitize harmful pests like aphids , spider mites , whitefly or caterpillars [...] a sustainable and effective long-term strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers and retail increasingly favour organic and environmentally [...] natural predators, parasitoids, or pathogens. This approach partners with nature to maintain the balance of ecosystems and protect crops without resorting

• Beneficial nematodes

  weevils , and other insect larvae. They are commonly used in greenhouse and nursery pest management and are becoming more and more popular in orchards and outdoor [...] matter in soil or water, and are essential for nutrient recycling. Others are called parasitic nematodes, infecting plants, insects, animals, or humans. There [...] hosts and do not harm beneficial insects, humans, or animals. Common pests targeted by these nematodes include various larval insects like grubs and weevils

• Crop Protection

  against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth and reliable harvests. It is essential in agriculture and horticulture for achieving [...] pollinators, and strengthens crop resilience. Advantages Pest and insect management Biological crop protection provides effective pest and insect management [...] harmful fungi and soil-borne pathogens. Microbial products such as beneficial fungi and bacteria strengthen plant defenses, suppress diseases, and improve root

• Predatory mites

  How many predatory mites do I need? The dosage and frequency of predatory mites depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to [...] advisor or supplier if you're unsure. Release timing: Timing is essential and depends on factors like pest presence, pest density, crop type, and environmental [...] arthropods used in pest control to manage and reduce populations of harmful pests in various agricultural and horticultural settings. These tiny arthropods

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  every pathway. You have the option to manually count and enter the quantities of thrips or whitefly , or opt for automatic counting by scanning the sticky [...] e, and profitable. Natutec Scout provides more precise information about disease and pest populations, enabling the early detection of hotspots and targeted [...] observation of trends in pest pressure, whether they are escalating or diminishing, and offers insights into the most recent developments." Less use of chemical

• 'n Gunstige ekosisteem vir pesbeheer

  August 31, 2024

  a feltiae) gebruik is vir blaaspooitjie beheer in uie. Die Lobularia word 1-2 maande voor die uie gevestig waar dit dien as trekplant om die blaaspooitjie [...] seisoene! Bronne Begum, M., Gurr, M.G., Wratten, S.D., Hederberg, P.R. & Nicol, H.I. 2006. Using selective food plants to maximize biological control of vineyard [...] M. & Gurr, G.M. 2020. Alyssum (Lobularia maritima) selectively attracts and enhances the performance of Cotesia vestalis, a parasitoid of Plutella xylostella

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