• Larvanem

  lupulina ) Mode of action The nematodes enter the pest and release symbiotic bacteria into the pest's body cavity. These bacteria convert the host tissue into [...] Results Preparation Remove the sachets from the box and keep them at room temperature for 30 minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing [...] contents of the bucket into the half-filled spray tank (except when tank mixing with a compatible product) Maintain agitation of mixture in the tank (e.g. with

• Thripex

  larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their [...] bottle; 6 liter bucket. Carrier Bran. Downloads Thripex Leaflet Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre [...] centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put small heaps on rockwool slabs Make sure

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  pest management systems. Since 2016, the Ulti-Mite version of Amblyseius swirskii has been on the market. Nowadays, the Ulti-Mite sachet is also available [...] significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016, we introduced [...] emerge over a period of 4-6 weeks. Moisture retention Ulti-Mite's special foil material retains essential moisture, ensuring the mites can complete their

• Thrips Identification Guide

  dracaenae Leaf-gall thrips of ficus Gynaikothrips uzeli 1 Pronotum is the foremost dorsal shield of the thorax. 2 Dorsal shields below the pronotum. Wing Meso- [...] Horticulture. The use of these images for commercial purposes is not allowed without permission. The translation of this poster was funded by the Agriculture [...] Horticulture. The use of these images for commercial purposes is not allowed without permission. The translation of this poster was funded by the Agriculture

• Knowing & recognizing

  photographs, and dozens of illustrations of the most prevalent pests, diseases and their natural enemies. This book provides the reader with the necessary information [...] giving you the ability to recognize the pest or disease you are up against by means of detailed illustrations and close-up photographs. The knowledge gained [...] information to understand the interaction between pests, diseases and their natural enemies. It explains how they spread in the crop, the damage they can cause

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  August 31, 2026

  pest management systems. Since 2016, the Ulti-Mite version of Amblyseius swirskii has been on the market. Nowadays, the Ulti-Mite sachet is also available [...] significant advancement in the packaging of predatory mites , designed to enhance biological pest control across a wide range of crops. In 2016, we introduced [...] emerge over a period of 4-6 weeks. Moisture retention Ulti-Mite's special foil material retains essential moisture, ensuring the mites can complete their

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  on spider mites. The quantity of prey consumed depends on the predator and prey populations, the sex and age of the predator, and the temperature and relative [...] larvae or eggs per day. Because the development rate of the predatory mite is roughly twice that of the spider mite, the number of predatory mites increases [...] use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material remains on the introduction

• Tobacco thrips

  shoots and leaves One of the earliest signs of a Thrips parvispinus infestation is the deformation of young shoots and leaves. As these thrips feed on plant [...] significant damage on fruit. The feeding activity of the thrips often leaves scars and blemishes on the fruit surface, which reduces the fruit's quality and m [...] points for pathogens, further threatening the health and value of the produce. Life cycle of Thrips parvispinus The tobacco thrips Thrips parvispinus develops

• Aphids

  larger than the other. For a large part of the season an aphid population consists of viviparous females. As reproduction is asexual, the progeny of a single [...] very large group of insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae [...] lead to the growth of a black sooty mold. Aphids life cycle Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults of the same species

• About Koppert

  Biocontrol is our Nature The answers to many of today’s agricultural and environmental challenges are already out there: in nature itself. At Koppert,