• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  on mealybugs , seizing their prey and consuming them entirely. Adult ladybirds and young larvae prefer the eggs and young larvae, while older larvae appear [...] period of its development to adult beetle, a larva eats more than 25 second and third instar mealybug nymphs. The larvae of the late third and fourth in [...] They are elongated and have a segmented body with a dark brown or black coloration. Larvae have prominent mandibles and actively hunt and feed on mealybug

• En-Strip

  sunlight Dosage The dosage of En-Strip depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start i [...] The parasitic wasp is most effective at temperatures between 20°C and 25°C (68 and 77°F). At a 24 hours average temperature below 17°C/63°F the control [...] tabaci ). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps parasitize the third and fourth larval stage of the whitefly . Additionally, host feeding also occurs

• Thripex

  Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus cucumeris [...] Natutec Airobug Dosage The dosage of Thripex depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction [...] Guide Predatory mites whitepaper Predatory Mites Poster Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 16, 2024

  rebranding of our natural enemies, microorganisms, and pollination products during the first half of 2023, it is now our sticky trap product range that will [...] adopted products in the Horiver range are sticky cards and Rollertraps. Horiver sticky cards make it possible to detect pests at an early stage, to then tackle [...] Moreover, by regularly conducting counts, it becomes clear when pests enter the greenhouse, how they develop, and when a population will peak. In this way

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How do Steinernema carpocapsae [...] s , which quickly multiply and cause septicemia, ultimately killing the host within a few days. The nematodes then feed and reproduce within the cadaver [...] to seek out and infect other pests in the area. In this way, Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes effectively control pests by parasitizing and killing them

• A decade of investing in South African soil

  August 24, 2022

  people and making the world a better place.” And when it comes to learning from other partners across the world, Frank just laughs! “They must come and learn [...] co-founder, and Managing Director, and Ingrid Enthoven, co-founder, of Koppert South Africa to bring the best Dutch innovation roots and plant them firmly [...] the first time in 1995, the country and its’ people made such an impression on Frank that he returned in 2007. He and Ingrid established their first company

• Predatory mites

  predatory mites, against both excess moisture and drying out. This unique and patented system has demonstrated its practical effectiveness, enabling the use [...] 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 the situation [...] stage, it begins feeding immediately. During the protonymphal, deutonymphal and adult stages the mites feed almost continuously. Protonymphs and deutonymphs

• Transeius montdorensis

  Transeius montdorensis mites actively seek out and prey on young larvae of various thrips species and whitefly eggs and larvae. The predatory mite also has an [...] montdorensis is most effective at temperatures between between 20 and 32°C (68 and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 15°C/59°F. Transeius m [...] non-webbing spider mites and rust mites. Transeius montdorensis exhibits predatory behaviour, actively preying on pest eggs, larvae, and nymphs. This contributes

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

  September 26, 2024

  leaves, stems, and nuts for pests and possible beneficials. Use a loupe to closely inspect small pests and their predators. 5. Identification and assessment [...] type and number of pests and beneficials observed, the locations within the orchard, and any signs of pest damage. Take clear photos of pests and beneficials [...] stinkbugs Tripar-C and Larvanem for the nutborer complex Swirski Ulti-mite, Montdo Ulti-mite and Larvanem for thrips Crypotbug for mealybugs and Rhyzobug for

• On the farm with our fly control enthusiasts

  May 19, 2022

  breeding and treat the affected area thoroughly. “We focus on helping clients evaluate their problem and guide them in finding the best solutions. It is also [...] fly control enthusiasts When it comes to biological control, the proof of the pudding is often in the passion of our agents and testimonies of satisfied clients [...] van der Westhuizen and Reghardt van der Westhuizen in Standerton, Mpumalanga, to hear more about their experience working with Biopar and Macro-Mite . This