• 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

• 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

• Thrips

  leading to reduced yield and marketability. Because they reproduce quickly and hide deep within flowers and leaves, effective thrips control requires an integrated [...] detection and population reduction. Beneficial fungi can provide an additional line of defense. With Koppert’s biological solutions for thrips, professional growers [...] species that cause damage in green-houses belong to the family Thripidae. Thrips damage Thrips cause damage to the plant by piercing the cells of the surface

• Aphids

  winter by parthenogenesis, with viviparous unfertilized females continuing to produce new generations of females. This is known as an anholocyclic (incomplete) [...] in this way, as is the cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) in cucumber. How to prevent aphids To prevent aphid infestations in crops, you can take several preventative [...] insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family containing many

• Beneficial microorganisms

  like biopesticides, where they are introduced to target pests, providing an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Well-known examples of beneficial [...] damage. This can lead to the insect's death. Spore production: As the insect succumbs to the fungal infection, the fungus continues to grow. Eventually, it [...] risk to the environment. They break down naturally, leaving no harmful residues. Precision pest control Beneficial microorganisms are specific to their

• Tripar-C_pamphlet_Feb_2022_DIGITAL.pdf

  are therefore completely safe to apply in both conventional and organic agricultural systems; • Easy to use and quick to distribute in affected areas. [...] the case with conventional pesticides. • Pests cannot develop resistance against their natural enemies, thus Tripar-C is an excellent tool to combat resistance [...] wasps prefer to parasitize fresh FCM eggs and adults live between 5 and 10 days. Daily temperatures and access to food (e.g. nectar) have an influence on

• Hop

  vigorous grower with the ability to extend up to 20 inches a week, and even 50 ft tall in one season. They are typically trained on strings up to 25 ft tall [...] Although frequently referred to as hops “vine”, this plant is technically a bine. Bines have stout stems with stiff hairs to aid them in climbing. They are [...] long life cycle, with the continued popularity of microbrews across the globe, genetics for flavoring have dictated how long these plants stay in the ground

• Green peach aphid

  is, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood. With each [...] now a pest with a world-wide distribution. The green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is a particularly polyphagous aphid with summer host [...] sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the

• Integrated Pest Management

  can also be an effective way to control pests without resorting to chemicals. Mass trapping techniques like Rollertraps or Horiver contribute to control of [...] often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and [...] adjustments. The IPM cycle is an ongoing process that incorporates the principles mentioned above. It's a dynamic approach that adapts to changing conditions and