• Biological crop protection boosts yield and profitability with longer spraying windows and zero residue risks

  February 22, 2024

  harvesting operations. Harvesting not only involves labour but also involves a range of logistical factors such as transportation, storage, and processing. F [...] account a pre-harvest interval, growers are able to adjust their plans in response to these changing weather conditions, minimizing the risk of crop damage [...] offer flexibility for growers and will help them to be in control of their moment of harvest, maximizing yield and quality.

• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  to Pythium. ‘My crop gets 20 hours of light a day, which means it requires a lot of water. That larger quantity of water makes the plant more susceptible [...] decreased dramatically. Up until 2019, there was a lot of damage and loss of production at the end of cultivation. Whole mats and whole rows had to be rejected [...] I’ll continue to use Trianum. A combination of this product and growing-based interventions keeps levels of Phythium at a very acceptable level. Treatment

• Aphidius colemani

  wasp leaves this mummy via a round hole. The colour and form of the mummy do not, however, provide a reliable key to the species of wasp within: many braconid [...] spins 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 [...] advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius colemani

• Aphidius matricariae

  above 28°C/82°F. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a notable parasitoid wasp with a distinctive feeding behavior [...] appearance of Aphidius matricariae Adults are 3-4 mm golden brown wasps with long antennae. Characteristic for the distinction of the species are the fine [...] fine stripes on side parts of the wasp waist. Aphidius matricariae is specific to aphids of the family Aphididae. Most species belong to the genera Myzus

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated a number of times. Consult a Koppert [...] Aphelinus abdominalis Aphelinus abdominalis is a parasitic wasp for the biological control of various aphid species. The parasitic wasp Aphelinus abdominalis [...] Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphelinus abdominalis

• Aphytis melinus

  is a species of parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae . This tiny wasp is widely recognized for its role in the biological control of various [...] introduced to many parts of the world to aid in integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Aphytis melinus is used for the control of the following pests: [...] 11 drop points. Use the lid, the 8 strips of green paper, the cotton on the bottom and the jar itself. Make a homogeneous distribution throughout the plot

• Fusarium spp.

  Fusarium spp. is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered [...] appearance of Fusarium spp. Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops [...] Fusarium solani is a complex of many species, who collectively have a very broad host range. F. solani causes foot and/or root rot of the infected host

• Encarsia formosa

  it may be better to switch to the use of Enermix or Ercal. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] Life cycle and appearance of Encarsia formosa The development of E. formosa consists of six stages: the egg, three larval instars, a pupal instar, and the [...] 25°C (68 and 77°F). At a 24 hours average temperature below 17°C/63°F the control of whiteflies may be insufficient. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Encarsia

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a species of beetle belonging to the family Coccinellidae. The beneficial insect is a small but highly effective predator [...] cannibalism under these conditions. At a temperature of 21°C, during the whole period of its development to adult beetle, a larva eats more than 25 second and [...] appear to prey on all stages of mealybugs equally. Adult ladybirds are good fliers and can disperse over a large area in search of prey. Although Cryptolaemus

• Lurem-TR

  increases the attraction of thrips to blue and yellow sticky traps and thus ensures earlier discovery of the pest. Pests Several thrips species, such as Frankliniella [...] a occidentalis and Thrips tabaci. Crops Protected crops. Mode of action Lurem contains a kairomone, which is slowly released from the dispenser once opened [...] package contains 20 dispensers. Preparation Twist the top of the dispenser to activate the release of the kairomone. Application Hang the dispenser next to