In control with Koppert: Biological crop protection since 1967

at our Outdoor Experience Centre The Koppert Outdoor Experience Centre is an extensive demo, located in Dronten, The Netherlands. At this demo field, we [...] provide support and additional information. Get in touch Who are we? Koppert is a global company specializing in biological crop protection solutions. For over [...] health, resilience, and yield. We recognize that the agricultural industry is under rising pressure due to the increasing chemical bans, supply chain demands

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

calm to the farm.’ He states that the weather conditions have been favourable up to now. But, he says, the summer is yet to come. ‘Later on in the season [...] game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps the benefits.’ [...] can cause real problems in this type of crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product.’ Pest control

Aphidius colemani

of the Aphidiidae. First the host is examined by drumming with the antennae. This gives the wasp the information about whether the aphid is the right species [...] deposit an egg in an aphid in which four larval instars subsequently develop. Once larval development is complete the larva spins a cocoon inside the aphid [...] Aphidius colemani is widely used in the biological control of aphids . Aphidius colemani is used for the control of the following pests: Cotton aphid ( Aphis

Aphytis melinus

wasps in the areas of the field where scales are present. Release early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Release the same day the product is received [...] points. Use the lid, the 8 strips of green paper, the cotton on the bottom and the jar itself. Make a homogeneous distribution throughout the plot. Release [...] parasitic wasp is greatest around 25ºC. The lower temperature limit for its development is 13ºC and the upper limit is 38ºC. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp

Biological Pest Control

s in a greenhouse. Augmentative biological control can provide rapid results and is particularly useful when natural enemies are insufficient in the e [...] sms , to keep pest populations in check. This approach not only reduces the environmental impact but also minimizes the risk of pesticide resistance, making [...] pest control methods do not harm the environment, ensuring the preservation of ecosystems. Sustainable Biocontrol reduces the need for continuous chemical

Encarsia formosa

brown in colour. The pupa of E. formosa is unique among the species of Encarsia , in that it is formed immediately beneath and in contact with the whitefly [...] inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in the [...] inside the whitefly nymphs, which are then consumed from the inside out by the developing larvae. The larvae feed on the internal tissues of the host, leading

Aphytis

more doses in the areas of the field where the scales are present. Release early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Dosage The dosage of Aphytis depends [...] release points. Use the lid, the 8 strips of green paper, the cotton wool on the bottom and the cup itself. Distribute evenly across the field. Release more [...] host (host feeding). Visual effect In parasitized scales a round hole on the back is visible after the emergence of the adult wasp. Pack size 10,000 adults

Cottony cushion scale

produced by the scales coat the leaves, blocking the stomata and impeding gas exchange. Sooty moulds grow on the honeydew, blocking the light from the leaves [...] months. After leaving the egg sac, the crawlers settle along the midribs and veins of the leaves. The next two instars migrate to the larger twigs and branches [...] General The cottony cushion scale, Icerya purchasi , is considered to have originated in Australia. It was accidentally introduced to California in about

Vine mealybug

pupa and adult. The eggs are golden-yellow in color and are deposited in an cottony egg sac (ovisac) containing from 300-500 eggs. The nymphs are very [...] from the pupa. The male is smaller (1 mm), dark orange in color with long tail filaments and transparent wings and has no mouthparts. The female is larger [...] effect is a reduction of photosynthesis and therefore the yield. Flowers and fruit often drop off. Plant sap is rich in sugars, but low in proteins. In order

HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

around 99% of the total volume exported is destined. "One of the main challenges we face in exporting to the United States is that there is a legal framework [...] One of the key factors for the successful implementation of the biological control program was the training of personnel in pest monitoring and the release [...] have had an average annual increase of 1.8% in volume and 11.4% in economic value, with the main client of Mexican chili being the United States, a country