• Parasitic wasps

  persistently hunt down and parasitize pest species, providing ongoing protection for crops throughout the growing season. Biodiversity and ecosystem balance: [...] them valuable allies in horticulture and agriculture. Unlike chemical pesticides, parasitic wasps are natural and do not harm beneficial insects, animals [...] pests, ensuring a higher yield and product quality. Environmental sustainability : Parasitic wasps provide a natural and environmentally responsible solution

• Fusarium wilt

  banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to come. Life cycle and appearance of Fusarium wilt Fusarium [...] fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens and can only [...] , tools and machinery. Primary infection is either seed-borne or takes place as infection of the roots at the root tip or in small wounds, for example

• Biological solutions offer multiple benefits

  November 8, 2022

  nematodes, bacteria, and fungi, to tackle diseases and make crops more resilient and more productive. These include Fusarium and the Sclerotinia fungus [...] nominated a number of focus crops for the development of complete solutions – grapes and fruit, for example, are important markets for France, while citrus fruits [...] work. ‘Farmers can see for themselves that they are better and more effective. They work properly and result in healthier and more resilient crops, which

• Aphytis

  monthly for 4 to 10 times per year. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] scale. After reaching adulthood, the adult wasp chews a small round hole in the scale cover and leaves. Aphytis melinus also exerts control by predation [...] afternoon. Dosage The dosage of Aphytis depends on climate, crop and armoured scale density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start

• Rhyzobug FAQ

  found underneath the leaves and on the stem. Nymphs and adults are small and covered by a scale. They are oval/ round and vary in colour from white to [...] kiwi and blueberries are positive. Who can apply the product into the crop and is it safe to use? Everyone is able to apply Rhyzobug. It is safe for the [...] the user and no permits are required. Introduction rates: • The dosage of Rhyzobug depends on climate, crop and armoured scale density and should always be

• Horiver Wetstick

  then also be trapped For Tuta absoluta place black traps 15-25 cm above the ground for young plants and 50 cm above the ground for mature plants Replace [...] insects and/or debris Dosage For monitoring use one Horiver Wetstick per 200 m 2 For trapping in hotspots use one Horiver Wetstick per 2 to 20 m 2 For trapping [...] can be used in combination with Natutec Scout for easy identification and counting of insects trapped. Storage time See Best before date. Storage temperature

• Damping-off

  root cortex with a finger nail. Life cycle and appearance of Damping-off Pythium belongs to the Oomycetes, a separate group of microorganisms and is therefore [...] flower buds fall off. The side roots rot and very little of the root system survives. On the border between air and soil or substrate the plant turns brown [...] The oospores germinate and form so-called sporangia from which subsequently zoospores are produced. Zoospores are spores with flagellae, which enable

• Knowing & recognizing

  crop protection Knowing and recognizing does exactly what it implies. It empowers you with knowledge about the pest’s lifecycle and its many phases, as well [...] illustrations and close-up photographs. The knowledge gained will equip you to find the best sustainable solutions. First published 25 years ago and revised [...] photographs, and dozens of illustrations of the most prevalent pests, diseases and their natural enemies. This book provides the reader with the necessary

• Horiver Drystick

  Horiver Drystick for trapping and monitoring different flying insects. The traps work particularly well for bugs such as Lygus spp. and Nesidiocoris tenuis [...] insects for as long as Horiver Wetstick as the glue gets saturated earlier with insects or dust and debris The silicone cover paper is perforated and can be [...] colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polysterene cards coated with dry sticky glue. Available colours and sizes Yellow: 10x25 cm;

• Fly pollination

  also is known for its efficient and rapid movement, making it an effective pollinator for a variety of crops. These small flies navigate with agility, ensuring [...] From fruits and vegetables to nuts and grains and ornamental plants for seed production. These flies are often applied in tents or other small isolation [...] other small isolation units with a few plants or when the amount of produced pollen is low. Lucilia flies can be easily combined with bumblebees and honeybees