• Caterpillars

  solutions for caterpillars, professional growers can protect their crops effectively and sustainably, ensuring consistent quality and yield. Solutions for caterpillar [...] nematodes in soft fruits Oak processionary moth brochure How to use Thripex-V from Koppert How to use Ervipar from Koppert shutterstock_152320880.jpg Buckthorn [...] 500_-_Koppert.jpg Header.jpg Recommended for you Aphytis melinus Predatory insects Parasitic wasps Protected vegetables Plant Pests

• Integrated Pest Management

  beneficial organisms used for biological pest control . The beneficial organisms prey or parasitize on pests in agriculture, helping to protect crops naturally [...] control pests while minimizing the use of pesticides. Integrated Pest Management is a dynamic and multifaceted strategy for pest control. It combines biological [...] This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of pests and diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification and prompt action

• Biological Pest Control

  managing pests using natural predators, parasitoids, or pathogens. This approach partners with nature to maintain the balance of ecosystems and protect crops without [...] strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers and retail increasingly favour organic and environmentally friendly products, the demand for biological [...] of ecosystems. Sustainable Biocontrol reduces the need for continuous chemical treatments. Safe for humans and pets Biocontrol methods pose no health risks

• The crucial role of ant control in your IPM strategy

  September 26, 2024

  insecticides should be used judiciously to avoid harming beneficial insects. When necessary, target specific ant trails or nest sites for treatment. Integrated [...] Combination strategies: Using a combination of cultural, biological, and chemical methods often yields the best results. For example, combining ant baits [...] trees, play a complex role in orchard pest dynamics. Their control is crucial for several reasons: Facilitators of other pests: Honeydew production: Ants have

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  necessity for chemical pesticides,'' as aptly summarized by Henri Volgering. Data-driven IPM Natutec Scout is a scouting tool for crops designed for accurate [...] individually inserted for every pathway. You have the option to manually count and enter the quantities of thrips or whitefly , or opt for automatic counting [...] developments." Less use of chemical pesticides The crop scouting app offers an additional advantage in terms of accessibility for consultants. Like growers

• Tobacco thrips

  Thrips parvispinus infestations and maintain healthier crops: Install protective nets : Use nets with a minimum of 10x20 threads per square centimeter on roof [...] points for thrips. Remove weeds and crop residues : Eliminate weeds and crop residues in and around greenhouses, as they can serve as reservoirs for Thrips [...] other pests. Use healthy plant material : Source plant material from authorized nurseries or seedbeds to ensure they are free of pests. Begin using blue and

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  vegetable crops for the processing industry, which are very important in Portugal. Around 80% of the total production of vegetables for the processing industry [...] solution that eliminates the need to use pesticides to control diseases at the soil level in industrial crops. For this reason, Trianum has become an important [...] of Trichoderma harzianum , has achieved excellent results in pepper crops for processing in Portugal, a country where this biological fungicide has been

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  facilitated the protection of their crops without the use of agrochemicals and has allowed them to comply with the legal framework for entry into the U [...] recommended us to use the products that have worked very well so far," said Martin Salazar, HyFood's production manager. One of the key factors for the successful [...] management system supported by Koppert's natural solutions has been fundamental. For more than 4 years, Koppert and HyFood have successfully collaborated in the

• Aphidend

  Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Most effective between [...] optimal conditions for oviposition. Apply Aphidend in an environment with a high relative humidity (> 70%) to get the best results. Combined use High densities [...] the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 10-15°C/ 50-59°F. Storage conditions In the dark. Recommended for you Aphidoletes aphidimyza

• Citrus thrips

  stunted by severe foliage damage, all growth flushes must be protected for several years using chemical treatments. Even though citrus thrips is an important [...] risk on fresh fruit exports. We would like to acknowledge the following for the photos of Scirtothrips aurantii (Citrus thrips) and their damage: Stephen [...] depending on temperature. It is the second instar larvae that are responsible for most of the feeding damage, this stage can last 4-6 days. The larva will move