Thrips

productivity. Solutions for thrips control Learn more about What are thrips? Several species of thrips are a major problem in greenhouse horticulture. The Western [...] occidentalis ) is the most damaging species. Thrips form the order Thysanoptera, a name that literally means ‘fringed wings’, and refers to the eyelash-like fringe [...] and the black dots of their excreta indicate their presence in the crop. At a later stage, the empty cells become desiccated and the adjacent cells turn

Whitefly

Whitefly damage The larvae need a lot of nutrients for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and [...] and prevent the spread of diseases. Biological control of whiteflies uses a combination of natural enemies and tools that target different pest stages: [...] support sustainable production. Solutions for whitefly control Learn more about What are whiteflies? Whiteflies are not true flies , but belong to the order Hemiptera

Caterpillars

more about What are caterpillars? Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths. Butterflies and moths form the order Lepidoptera, a very large [...] can rapidly decimate a plant. Very small caterpillars are not able to chew and therefore graze the underside of leaves. This causes a window effect where [...] s often live in rolled-up leaves. Although some species are restricted to a single crop, most are polyphagous. Caterpillar damage Caterpillars can cause

Plant Disease Management

What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] chemical pesticides and their associated environmental risks. Plant diseases pose a significant threat to global food production. They can result in yield losses [...] responsible agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent role in our food production systems. Understanding plant diseases

Leaf miners

Learn more about What are leaf miners? Leaf miners belong to the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small [...] fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable quantity of foliage can be lost before the harvest is affected. The size of a leaf tunnel depends on the stage [...] less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be totally destroyed as a result of the direct damage caused by leaf miners. The relationship between

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 [...] . This approach is not just about eliminating pests; it's about achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on

Fly products leaflet

livestock and horses. Macro-Mite causes no risk what so ever to the health of humans and animals. Macro-Mite is a cosmopolitan predatory mite that naturally

Mealybugs and scales

sustainable production. Solutions for mealybug and scale control Learn more about What are mealybugs & scales? Mealybugs (family Pseudococcidae), soft scales (family [...] recognizable as insects. The females are wingless and immobile, and covered with a hard scale (armoured scales and soft scales) or with waxy threads (mealybugs) [...] species extract their nourishment from roots, whilst others are gall-formers. A few species can also transmit harmful viruses. Mealybugs inflict damage on

Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality

Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality Introducing a new design for Koppert products After introducing our new brand identity in January [...] its own premium look-and-feel, but at the same time remain recognisable as a Koppert product. Over the coming year, we will redesign our complete product [...] “We are very pleased with our product branding, which is characterised by a green, natural look. Perfectly in line with our branding: ‘Inspired by Nature’

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