• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires [...] ies to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such [...] emphasizes that his approach stemmed from both practical considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity

• Cyclamen mite

  General The cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) is a harmful strawberry pest as well as a common pest found in cyclamen, gerbera and other ornamentals [...] s . Mites belonging to the family of tarsonemids ( Tarsonemidae ) display a greater diversity of feeding habits than any other mite family. There are species [...] cyclamen, the flowers are damaged and leaf growth is inhibited. In hedera, a mite attack can cause baldness in parts of the stem. Gerbera flowers deform

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  larvae. Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural enemy to help control thrips [...] into a protonymph. The nymphs are larger than the larvae, have eight legs and are pale brown. Adult mites have eight legs, are light beige and have a flat [...] effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus cucumeris is sensitive to relative

• Persea mite

  General Persea mite ( Oligonychus perseae ) a key pest in avocado production worldwide. It lives and feeds on the undersides of avocado leaves, where it [...] ultimately reduce yield and fruit quality. Life cycle The persea mite has a fast life cycle, allowing populations to build up quickly in avocado crops

• Flies

  has recently developed into a major pest on soft fruits in Europe and North America. Sciarid flies and shore flies are mainly a problem in greenhouses. Their [...] sometimes this can occur on such a scale that growth, particularly of young cuttings, can be retarded. Fly control videos Take a look at the video or go to our [...] Biological control of flies Flies are a common pest problem in greenhouse and field crops, where they disturb plant growth, spread diseases and affect

• Plant Disease Management

  What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] chemical pesticides and their associated environmental risks. Plant diseases pose a significant threat to global food production. They can result in yield losses [...] responsible agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent role in our food production systems. Understanding plant diseases

• Spinach

  iron. It is grown as a vegetable worldwide and growths to a height of about 30 cm. It is eaten fresh, steamed or boiled and has a high nutritional value

• Neoseiulus californicus

  should be repeated at least five times at weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] pollen. Feeding behaviour of Neoseiulus californicus Neoseiulus californicus is a selective predator of Tetranychid mites, i.e. it prefers to feed on spider

• Amblyseius swirskii

  have eight legs, and are a whitish yellow colour. Adult mites have eight legs, are a translucent white in colour, and have a flat, elongated body. They [...] effective at temperatures between 20 and 32°C (68 and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C/64°F. Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive to relative [...] leaves and does not build up a population. Amblyseius swirskii in bottles The predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii is available in a bottle ( Swirski-Mite ).

• Beneficial nematodes

  are a group of parasitic nematodes that have a unique relationship with insects. These nematodes are natural predators of various insects and play a crucial [...] product labels Store nematodes in a refrigerated environment to maintain their effectiveness until the day of application Create a nematode suspension by mixing [...] What are nematodes? Nematodes, commonly referred to as roundworms, are a diverse group of worms belonging to the phylum Nematoda. Nematodes are characterized