Phytoseiulus persimilis

spider mites under control. Phytoseiulus persimilis for pest control Phytoseiulus persimilis is used for the control of the following pests: Spider mites [...] control agent used commercially in greenhouses and Koppert’s very first product in 1967. It is a specialist predator of spider mites and can control spider [...] volatiles emitted by damaged plants. Phytoseiid mites have no eyes and therefore rely on volatiles released by damaged plants and their tactile sense to

Fusarium wilt

widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are considered weak pathogens and can only infect wounded or stressed host plants. Damage symptoms [...] mostly on one side of the plant. Finally, the whole plant wilts. Other symptoms are brown discolouration of the xylem vessels which can be seen when the stems [...] banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to come. Life cycle and appearance of Fusarium wilt Fusarium

Trichoderma harzianum

properties. This fungus is known for its ability to promote plant growth, enhance plant health , and suppress plant diseases. Trichoderma harzianum colonizes [...] Biofungicide for crop protection Trichoderma harzianum T-22 is a species of beneficial fungus commonly used in agriculture and horticulture for its various [...] Competition for nutrients: Trichoderma harzianum competes for resources, such as space and nutrients, thereby reducing the availability of resources for pathogen

Bacterial wilt, brown rot

ban on using a field for potato cropping after infection of potatoes from that field has been established Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential [...] conditions favourable for the bacteria, the whole plant will wilt soon after the first symptoms appear. When conditions are less conducive for disease development [...] invades the plants through wounds or stomata and then spreads into the xylem vessels. In potato, it is tuber-borne. Spread from plant to plant results from

Herbs

all plants which are used as food ingredient, natural medicine or fragrances. They often have savory or aromatic characteristics and are used for flavouring [...] leafy green or flowering parts of a plant, which can be used fresh or dried. Spices derive from other parts of herbal plants and are often dried seeds, berries [...] and fruits. Botanically speaking, ‘herb’ is synonymously to ‘herbaceous plant.’

Damping-off

pathogen’, meaning that it can usually only affect plants that are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer from stress, caused for example by too much water [...] In slightly older plants, the leaves lose their turgor or the leaf tips turn yellow, for example in flower bulbs. At first, the plants recover during the [...] Pythium can survive very well in the soil or substrate in the absence of plants. Many species are entirely saprophytic, so these do not harm plants. How to

Mango

its crown can expand to 10 metres (33 feet) wide. The trees can grow really old and from some species of trees, mangoes can be harvested for 300 years [...] years. It takes three to six months for mangoes to ripen. Recommended for you [...] grows from various species of tropical trees that belong to the flowering plant genus Mangifera and the cashew family Anacardiaceae . Mangoes are indigenous

Angular leaf spot

irrigation is used. Healthy, well growing plants are more susceptible than diseased or stressed plants. How to prevent Angular leaf spot Use clean propagation [...] lesions look when using different light sources: when reflected light is used, the lesions look dark green, but when transmitted light is used, they are translucent [...] Resistant cultivars of pepper are available and should be used Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop resilience.

Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

beneficial. ‘I use it to combat spider mite in combination with Cucumeris, Feltiella, and Swirskii. Together, they create an effective mix. You can see them [...] Sjaak van Dijk’s father was already using the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis and Sjaak himself has always used it. However, Sjaak recently made the [...] And as spider mites can cause real problems in this type of crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new

Entomite-M

a loose structure. The minimum temperature for successful use of Entomite-M is 15°C/59°F. Combined use For thrips control Entomite-M should be combined [...] the cardboard cylinder gently before use Spread material evenly on soil or planting medium (not on the plastic) Can also be applied with Natutec Mini-Airbug [...] recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions For optimal results the medium has to be