• Broad mite

  feeding is mainly concentrated on the underside near the leaf stalk, which tends to cause the leaf to turn brown and curl up. A typical indication of an attack [...] possess four pairs. The last pair of legs in both males and females is different to the others and not used for walking. After moulting to the third larval stage [...] lay their eggs mainly on the underside of the leaf or on the fruit surface. The elongated, oval eggs are firmly attached to the surface and are rather large

• Impatiens thrips

  cause damage to plants by piercing the cells of the surface tissues and sucking out their contents, causing the surrounding tissue to die. The resulting [...] (Echinothrips americanus) is an increasing problem in greenhouse cultivation, having spread to many countries within the last 30 years. The thrips have mostly [...] silver-grey patches on leaves and the black dots of their excreta indicate their presence in the crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll

• Know Your Enemy - A closer look at Whiteflies

  August 14, 2024

  prefers to reside inside the plant, the tobacco whitefly spreads out over the plant in its entirety. The females lay their eggs on the underside of the leaves [...] there for the rest of their larval development. The fourth larval instar, when the red eyes of the adult whitefly become visible, is also referred to as a 'pupa [...] whitefly. The problem inside the greenhouse is more acute than outside, as temperatures inside tend to be higher. This stimulates the development of the infestation

• Chrysanthemum

  About The chrysanthemum ( Chrysanthemum spp. ), also called mum or chrysanth, is a flowering plant that belongs to the genus Chrysanthemum of the family [...] family of Asteraceae. The plant is originally from Asia and northeastern Europe and the majority of the different species derive from East Asia. Especially [...] propagation and production. The current, commercially cultivated chrysanthemums are more striking than the wild varieties. The flower heads can look like

• Koppert Invests in Latia Training Centre!

  September 25, 2018

  through as many avenues, and to as wide an audience as possible, is therefore a key goal. It is for this reason that the company recently invested in Latia [...] objectives. The new Latia seeks to bridge these gaps. 'As Koppert Kenya, we are excited by the opportunity to be part of this venture. By spreading the message [...] LAS is an off-shoot of Latia Resource Centre (LRC), a social enterprise established in 2008 to provide training and business support services to farmers

• Trial results Onion fly and Fusarium wilt

  Before our products enter the market, they are extensively researched all across the globe. Making sure we can offer you the best solutions for a high yielding [...] efficacy (% reduction compared to untreated control) against onion fly damage Capirel efficacy (% reduction compared to untreated control) against onion [...] program B The Netherlands - Independent Trial (Vertify), 2020 For more information: www.Uireka.nl Capirel and Casea effectively decreased the number of

• Beneficial nematodes for biological pest control

  January 16, 2025

  ora ) is used to control the larvae stage of various beetles and weevils Enormous potential The potential of beneficial nematodes to support the transition [...] skin. The nematodes then release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes [...] nematodes feed on the tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect dies within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start

• Koppert Kenya sponsors local soccer academy

  June 24, 2016

  sporting tournament to highlight how hard work, determination and teamwork can lead to success. The goal was to make an impact in the lives of children and [...] However, over the years, the Centre has spread its reach to involve the children and youth in the local community and its environs. This is done through [...] chance to display great sportsmanship and an equal chance to either kick ball, roll in the dirt or shout their voices hoarse. At the end of the grueling

• Cucumber

  About The cucumber ( Cucumis sativus ) is a popular, extensively cultivated plant that belongs to the gourd family of Cucurbitaceae . The cucumber originates [...] in India. The plant’s cultivation history goes back some 3000 years and it is now being produced on most continents. The cucumber plant is a creeping [...] supporting frames. The plant supports itself with thin, spiraling tendrils. The cucumber plant has large leaves and it produces an elongated, cylindrical

• Horiver Wetstick

  americanus Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polysterene cards coated with [...] Attach traps to wires or sticks at max. 30 cm above the crop and adjust height when plants are growing Do not place traps in-between the plants as parasitic [...] place black traps 15-25 cm above the ground for young plants and 50 cm above the ground for mature plants Replace the traps when largely covered by insects