• Horiver Rollertrap

  thrips , leaf miners , fungus gnats. Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polyethylene [...] width which needs to be placed 40 cm above the crop To assist with placement, insert a rod or other expedient through the center opening of the roll which [...] staples or clips. It may be necessary to secure the Rollertrap mid run to provide additional support. It is recommended to replace the Rollertrap after 10 months

• Leading farmers in climate-smart horticulture

  October 18, 2022

  contribute a broad spectrum of knowledge and technology throughout the horticultural value chain: from seed to market, to aim to develop, together with South [...] part of a consortium including local and Dutch companies, in partnership with Stellenbosch University, we feel privileged to be working together to lead [...] production and availability of quality food products that are nutritious and safe and allow access to premium markets. Just a few of the innovative technologies

• Parasitic wasps

  imbalances and outbreaks of specific pest species. How do parasitic wasps control pests? Parasitic wasps employ two primary methods to control pests: parasitization [...] Here's how it works: Egg laying: A female parasitic wasp seeks out a suitable host pest. The choice of host depends on the specific species of parasitic [...] reproduction. It's important to note that not all species of parasitic wasps engage in host feeding, and the primary method of pest control remains parasitization

• Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

  reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other [...] a natural and environmentally friendly method of pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes [...] cone nozzle types Continuous mixing should take place to prevent nematodes sinking to the bottom of the spray tank Avoid sprayers equipped with centrifugal

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe control of thrips , [...] tools. "You have to be patient and lose your fear. You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the performance of beneficial insects [...] Oscar Alvarez, orchard manager of Don Sanchez Fresh, it is important to be patient and develop knowledge about the behavior of beneficial insects and their

• Predatory mites

  required. Follow the recommendations of your crop consultant for the frequency of releases. Video: How to use predatory mites How many predatory mites do I need [...] The integration of predatory mites can lead to a reduction in the use of chemical pesticides, thereby lowering the ecological footprint of horticultural [...] response is required due to a pest invading your crop, enabling you to introduce a substantial number of predatory mites at once. Examples of predatory mite solutions

• Tripar-C

  When to use Tripar-C? Use Tripar-C as biological control of False codling moth , Macadamia nut borer and the litchi moth . How does Tripar-C work? The [...] Koppert specialist or a recognized distributor of Koppert products. Three to four releases (3-4 weeks apart) of 25 000 each per Ha. Thus, 25 sheets per release [...] colour from yellow to black. The newly hatched Tripar-C wasp emerges from the False codling moth egg. Application Stapler/clip the egg sheet to a leaf/branch

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and infect other [...] a natural and environmentally friendly method of pest management in agriculture and horticulture. How to apply Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes? Nematodes [...] cone nozzle types Continuous mixing should take place to prevent nematodes sinking to the bottom of the spray tank Avoid sprayers equipped with centrifugal

• Permipar

  When to use Permipar? Use Permipar for biological control of citrus mealybug ( Planococcus citri ) and vine mealybug ( Planococcus ficus ). How does Permipar [...] available on the local factors that need to be taken into account, such as the crop, the climate conditions and the level of infestation. For the correct application [...] distributor of Koppert products. 12 000 – 30 000 wasps per Ha depending on pest pressure. Application Remove the label from the bottle (according to the in

• Fusarium spp.

  sulphureum (Dry rot of potato): Potato ( Solanum tuberosum) Fusarium solani : Members of the Fusarium solani species complex (FSSC) are capable of causing disease [...] infection decreases the baking quality of wheat and brewing qualities of barley. Furthermore, mycotoxins are produced, of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the [...] appearance of Fusarium spp. Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops