• Thrips

  effective thrips control requires an integrated biological approach. Biological control of thrips combines several complementary solutions that target multiple [...] support early detection and population reduction. Beneficial fungi can provide an additional line of defense. With Koppert’s biological solutions for thrips [...] patches on leaves and the black dots of their excreta indicate their presence in the crop. At a later stage, the empty cells become desiccated and the adjacent

• Cyclamen mite

  pallidus ) is a harmful strawberry pest as well as a common pest found in cyclamen, gerbera and other ornamentals . Mites belonging to the family of tarsonemids [...] display a greater diversity of feeding habits than any other mite family. There are species that feed on fungi, algae, plants, as well as insect and mite [...] cyclamen mite are about half the size of the adult mite. They are oval in form, smooth, transparent and twice as long as they are wide. Both ends are equally

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  successes, his story stands as an inspiring testament to the evolving landscape of agriculture and the promising future that awaits those who embrace change. [...] learn new techniques, and conduct numerous tests, highlighting the dynamic nature of embracing change in the agricultural landscape. As Lukas steers his hop [...] insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial building block for the future of organic

• Leek

  various species of leek, but now they are all classified as cultivars of Allium ampeloprasum . The part of the plant that can be eaten is at times erroneously [...] . The plant is usually sold as a small seedling and planted in a greenhouse. Later on, as weather permits, the leek is planted outside in the soil. Once [...] Protection in Leek: Thrips Control & Healthy Roots About The vegetable leek is a cultivar of Allium ampeloprasum , the broadleaf wild leek. In the past,

• Stop the spread of Botrytis with NoPath

  March 26, 2025

  Botrytis is everywhere and could strike at any moment. While sudden outbreaks usually don’t happen, an unexpectedly rapid advance could. As a grower, you [...] Humidity is key to Botrytis ’s ability to strike. The spores of Botrytis germinate easily and quickly in wet conditions and at high humidity. If the foliage [...] Celsius is most ideal for Botrytis spores to germinate. That doesn’t mean they won’t germinate at lower or higher temperatures – only more slowly. Little

• A healthy plant starts with a healthy root system!

  April 5, 2016

  levels is less susceptible to below the ground diseases such as Pythium, Fusarium, as well as some above ground ones including mildews and Botrytis . Continuous [...] “Prevention is better than cure” may be an old adage, but with soil-borne diseases it is the only way to get ahead. TRIANUM Guards Your Roots At Koppert we [...] mechanisms such as competition, mycoparasitism an induced resistance. Trianum also possesses the unique ability of strengthening the roots of numerous crops

• Ercal

  range from 1-10 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at weekly intervals or until control is achieved. Depending on the specific [...] receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F. Storage conditions [...] approximately 75 cm under the plant head Avoid hanging cards at places exposed to direct sunlight Dosage The dosage of Ercal depends on climate, crop and whitefly

• Horiver – the most effective sticky trap for mass trapping

  October 16, 2016

  traps of impeccable quality. As a rule of thumb, a good sticky trap should maintain its original shape and trapping capacity in all weather conditions and [...] effective at capturing thrips. This is because, most insects including thrips, have the ability to detect and respond to UV light and colours using receptors. Western [...] colours may look exactly the same to the human eye, the photoreceptors on insects enable them to identify slight colour differences. As such, to use sticky

• Entomite-M

  appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level occurs at a slow but steady rate. Pack size 10,000; 50,000; [...] preventively or as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 100-500 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated [...] receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 10-15°C/50-59°F. Storage conditions

• Macro-Mite

  preventively or as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 100-500 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated [...] Airbug or Natutec Airobug Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage [...] thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level