• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  3 mm in length. Best conditions for use of Stratiolaelaps scimitus For optimal results the soil has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a loose [...] , and adult. Stratiolaelaps scimitus is a large mite with a body length of up to 1 mm. The body is pale with a clearly visible brown dorsal shield, brown [...] per m2/release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about

• Botrytis: Ten must-knows

  March 26, 2025

  enough for the mould spores to germinate. That’s why it’s important to work cleanly and neatly. Prevention is the way to fight this fungus. How? By ensuring [...] Koppert Solution Nopath to cure fungal diseases is a great way to managing Botrytis. NoPath can be used on various parts of the plant. For more informations [...] there’s enough air movement in the crop, and disposing of affected parts in a plastic bag. Focusing on plant resilience has a lot of benefits and reduces

• Rainy Woes – Conquering Downy Mildew and Botrytis Naturally

  November 3, 2023

  development of the two diseases is affected by climate and to a great extent varietal. This phenomenon is best described by the disease triangle below: Figure [...] leaves, you often see a greyish mould. This disease thrives on a combination of high humidity and low temperature. It is prevalent in unheated crops, such [...] rejuvenation of a crop that is affected by downy mildew. Two-in-One Protection When applied by spraying, the plant essential oils in NoPath have a direct effect

• Biological Solutions Meet Peri-urban Horticulture

  February 4, 2019

  contact Koppert for more details on how to implement such an IPM program on your farm. If you’re a retailer or a consumer, be sure to support farmers who go [...] three basic strategies for biological pest control . The first, which is referred to as classical, is where a natural enemy of a pest is introduced into [...] process. In view of the proximity to the market, peri-urban growers need to be aware and concerned about food safety, particularly with regards to chemical

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  and does not build up a population. How to use Amblydromalus limonicus The predatory mite Amblydromalus limonicus is available in a bottle ( Limonica ). [...] Amblydromalus limonicus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control . Amblydromalus limonicus is a natural enemy of various [...] are difficult to spot in the crop. Best conditions for use of Amblydromalus limonicus Amblydromalus limonicus performs effectively across a wide range of

• IPM app

  Pest and disease management has always been a great challenge in agriculture. A healthy crop is paramount, while there is also a growing demand for sustainable [...] pest issues in almost real-time once uploaded from the field. Koppert iPM scouting software helps to reduce costs for pesticides, due to a highly accurate [...] interface, also for touch-screen Manage pests for multiple locations Add treatments and check efficacy Easy communication via one portal For more information

• Whitefly

  comparable in outline. Whitefly damage The larvae need a lot of nutrients for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high [...] physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and drop. Such leaf damage can in turn influence the development [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. By sucking plant sap and secreting honeydew, whitefly reduces the aesthetic value of crops. This is

• Lettuce

  (Lactuca sativa) belongs to the daisy family, Asteraceae. It is a hardy annual that is easy to cultivate and most often grown for its leaves. It is, however [...] however, often plagued on by a number of insect and mammal pests and fungal and bacterial diseases, and can suffer numerous nutrient deficiencies.

• Trianum-G

  adjusted to the particular situation. Check the label to find the recommended dosage for each crop and situation Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized [...] the tube system of the spreaders (avoid curves in the tubes). Use a dosage spoon for manual application to ensure uniform application. Dosage The dosage [...] conditions. Trichoderma harzianum T-22 grows in a wide temperature range (10-34°C/50-93°F), at a pH between 4 and 8, in many types of cultivation media and on

• Green peach aphid

  yield, Plant sap is rich in sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The [...] grey-green, pink or red in colour. They appear matt, never glossy. Winged individuals have a brown-black head and thorax and a yellow-green to green or even reddish [...] native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution. The green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is a particularly polyphagous