• Botrytis

  weakened or damaged plants. How to prevent Grey mould Make sure the crop grows regularly with not too much vegetative growth, in order to maintain a microclimate [...] Botrytis cinerea ) affects the fruit. In potted plants, the cuttings die due to carry-over infection from infected parent plants. Life cycle and appearance [...] fungus, meaning that it excretes compounds that kill the plant cells and then uses the content of the plant cells as nutrients. On the infected area, new spores

• Fusarium spp.

  dispersed further. How to prevent Fusarium spp? Remove or destroy crop residues Select resistant cultivar Apply adequate crop rotation Use clean propagation [...] brown discolouration occurs. Infected glumes and kernels become white, due to dehydration, and later turn pinkish-red as spores are formed. Ear infection [...] of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the best-known. The mycotoxins are toxic to mammals so maximum levels have been determined. Fusarium sambucinum (a.k.a

• Eretmocerus eremicus

  The larvae use their specialized mouthparts to feed on the internal tissues of the whitefly, leading to the host’s death and contributing to a decline in [...] Koppert as Ercal . Eretmocerus eremicus products Ercal Expand all items How to use Eretmocerus eremicus The natural enemy Eretmocerus eremicus is available [...] is achieved. Depending on the specific situation, it may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix/Ercal. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized

• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  structure. The minimum temperature for successful use of Stratiolaelaps scimitus is 15°C/59°F. How to use Stratiolaelaps scimitus The predatory mite Stra [...] friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Stratiolaelaps scimitus for pest control Stratiolaelaps scimitus ( Hypoaspis miles) is used for the control of [...] ely 0.3 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

• Spider mites and other mites

  as little as one to two weeks. This rapid development contributes to their ability to multiply rapidly and cause significant damage to plants if left u [...] pairs of legs. During this stage, the larvae start to feed on plant sap and undergo molting to transition to the next stage. Nymph: After the first molt, the [...] effective way to keep plant mite populations under control. Spider mite control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our spider

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection [...] the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic farming was growing, Koen felt that it would be too quick to completely abandon [...] protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain

• Two-spotted spider mite

  from orange, light yellow or light green to dark green, red, brown, or almost black. Recommended for you How Koppert Kenya is Empowering Small-holder Farmers [...] their small size, they are capable of very rapidly doing severe damage, due to their great reproductive capacity. There are more than 1200 species worldwide [...] many outdoor crops. Damage symptoms Larvae, nymphs and adults cause damage to the host plant by feeding on plant sap. They mainly occur on the underside

• Aphids

  in this way, as is the cucumber mosaic virus (CMV) in cucumber. How to prevent aphids To prevent aphid infestations in crops, you can take several preventative [...] the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our aphid control products in action. More aphid control videos Recommended for you How Koppert Kenya is [...] insects: the super- family Aphidoidea, belonging to the order Hemiptera . The aphids discussed here all belong to the family Aphididae, a family containing many

• Consumers

  around the world to combat pests and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society [...] lacewings. Visit our YouTube channel to see how natural enemies attack their prey. Microbiological solutions In addition to beneficials and pollinators, microbial [...] support. Koppert therefore sells its products exclusively to professional growers and farmers. In order to provide you with the best possible service as a consumer

• Koppert One

  expert-backed insights to support your decisions. The Digital Assistant also helps you with questions about Koppert products and how to control key pests and [...] and diseases in agriculture. Prefer to search yourself? Use the intuitive search function to quickly access the information you need. Get started with [...] designed to simplify and strengthen biological crop protection . By combining expert knowledge, smart tools, and real-time data, it empowers growers to make