• Encarsia formosa

  parasitic wasp, native to temperate and subtropical regions, has become an important natural enemy for farmers and gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance [...] parasitic wasp is approximately 0.6 mm long, with a head that is dark brown to black in colour, a dark brown to black thorax, and a yellow abdomen. The male [...] Whitefly control with the parasitic wasp Encarsia formosa Encarsia formosa is a parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae , widely recognized

• Aphidius colemani

  leaf and fall to the ground. Although many aphids die as a result, many will survive and migrate to other plants to begin new colonies. To avoid becoming [...] black with dark brown legs. A female has a more pointed abdomen that is as long as the wings, is equipped with an ovipositor, and is black, with light [...] control with the parasitic wasp Aphidius colemani Aphidius colemani is a parasitic wasp used for biological pest control . This species belongs to the Braconidae

• Cottony cushion scale

  and look similar to the immature stages. Immature cottony cushion scales have black limbs and an orange-brown body that is coated with white and yellow [...] cushion scale, Icerya purchasi , is considered to have originated in Australia. It was accidentally introduced to California in about 1868 and devastated the [...] Also due to the honeydew, cottony cushion scale infestations are often attended by ants. Life cycle and appearance of Cottony cushion scale As with all scale

• Aphytis melinus

  various scale insect pests.Native to Southeast Asia, Aphytis melinus has been introduced to many parts of the world to aid in integrated pest management [...] Scale control with the parasitic wasp Aphytis melinus Aphytis melinus is a species of parasitic wasp belonging to the family Aphelinidae . This tiny wasp [...] at Koppert as Aphytis. Aphytis melinus products Aphytis Expand all items How to use Aphytis melinus Divide each pot into 11 drop points. Use the lid, the

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  traditional chemical methods. "In collaboration with Koppert, I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear [...] chemical-free farming is an inevitable trend, and he is determined to prepare for this new phase of sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example [...] the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic farming was growing, Koen felt that it would be too quick to completely abandon

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  do its work well. ‘With the introduction of mechanical harvesting, we were forced to change our way of producing and we decided to introduce new means [...] learned about Trianum-P, a biological solution with which we have confirmed an increase in plant resistance to soil fungi, achieving greater vigour and, c [...] consumer zero residue. Trianum has proven to be a good solution that eliminates the need to use pesticides to control diseases at the soil level in industrial

• Spidex Vital FAQ

  compared to previous product? No; in hotspot control we have observed an even better control of spider mites. What obstacle did Koppert overcome to produce [...] Spidex Vital give an even better spider mite control? Hotspots of spider mite are even better under control with Spidex Vital, compared to the regular Spidex [...] Does anything change to the rate of application? No, continue to introduce Spidex Vital in the numbers you recommend your customers to obtain the best pest

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 16, 2024

  cards and Rollertraps. Horiver sticky cards make it possible to detect pests at an early stage, to then tackle them biologically. This avoids the unnecessary [...] y placed in hot spots or areas with high pest pressure, efficiently trap a broad spectrum of pest insects. Tailored to different pests, our extended range [...] well-known Horiver brand. Eye-catching pattern The new Horiver design features an eye-catching pattern that incorporates a zoom-in effect, emphasizing the capturing

• Spider mites and other mites

  as little as one to two weeks. This rapid development contributes to their ability to multiply rapidly and cause significant damage to plants if left u [...] pairs of legs. During this stage, the larvae start to feed on plant sap and undergo molting to transition to the next stage. Nymph: After the first molt, the [...] mites can be an effective way to keep plant mite populations under control. Spider mite control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel

• Diglyphus isaea

  (occasionally more) next to it. In general, the wasp selects late second and third instar larvae to parasitize. An egg has an elongated shape, measuring [...] wasp’s feeding rate and efficacy can vary with the density of leafminer infestations, allowing it to adapt to changing pest pressures. Adult Diglyphus isaea [...] Leaf miner control with the parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea Diglyphus isaea is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Eulophidae within the order