• Citrus mealybug

  croton and kalanchoë, but also in roses and gerbera. Additionally, the citrus mealybug ( Planococcus citri ) can also appear in cucumber, melon and aubergine [...] distribution and many and diverse host plants. In temperate regions of the world this mealybug poses a problem in greenhouse horticulture, and in the tropics [...] the crop in various ways: Nymphs and females extract the sap from the plant, stunting growth and causing deformation and / or yellowing of leaves, sometimes

• Thrips

  greenhouse and field crops. Their feeding and virus transmission cause leaf deformation, silvering and fruit damage, leading to reduced yield and marketability [...] Predatory mites and bugs actively control thrips larvae and pupae, while beneficial nematodes target pupae in the soil. Sticky traps and kairomones support [...] marketability. Because they reproduce quickly and hide deep within flowers and leaves, effective thrips control requires an integrated biological approach. Biological

• Broad mite

  peppers, but also aubergine, tomato and cucumber. Additionally, many ornamental crops such as azalea, begonia, gerbera and cyclamen are also affected. Outside [...] but is slightly smaller and has only three pairs of legs. The emerging adult mite is roughly 0.2 mm long, oval and broad, and pale yellow or yellow-green [...] are species that feed on fungi, algae, plants, as well as insect and mite predators and parasites. Those living on plants can cause considerable damage

• Cryptobug-L

  effective at temperatures between 25°C and 28°C (68 and 82°F). Combined use For effective control of citrus mealybug and grape mealybug combine with Citripar [...] Airobug Dosage The dosage of Cryptobug-L depends on climate, crop and mealybug density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start i [...] Pests All stages of many mealybug species. Mode of action Larvae and adults consume the mealybug completely. Visual effect Mealybugs are consumed entirely

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  efficiently and effectively, like Trianum against soil-borne diseases such Fusarium and Sclerotinia and beneficial nematodes , Capirel, against onion fly (Delia [...] of agriculture, where traditional and organic practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The [...] increasingly critical. Society expects more and more that agriculture is environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are

• Koppert Celebrates Golden Jubilee

  November 28, 2016

  event and officially opened the Experience Center; that will display Koppert’s history, mission and vision, the current holistic approach to crops and the [...] the success of our growers and our commitment is to keep introducing new sustainable solutions to combat pests and diseases and support resilient cultivation [...] the R&D and production processes of our microbial and macrobial products. In an exciting staff evening party on the 15 th of September, the King through

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  preventive, curative and eradicative effects and is safe for humans and the environment. With a wide spectrum anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties [...] eventually turn crisp and brown and fall off even though the plant has ample water. The disease also attacks herbs such as chives and basil as well as crops [...] crops with two important diseases, Downy mildew and Botrytis . These adversely affect the production output and quality of flowers especially roses. With exporters

• Know Your Enemy - A closer look at Whiteflies

  August 14, 2024

  spindle-shaped, and attached to a short pedicel. Upon hatching, the young larvae, known as 'crawlers,' have well-developed legs and antennae and actively seek [...] tomato, cucumber, aubergine, courgette, bean, and pepper as well as potato. A whole host of ornamental crops, including rose, gerbera, hibiscus, and poinsettia [...] Damage and Economic Consequence Whitefly pose a significant threat to a variety of indoor and outdoor crops including annuals, perennials, herbs, and vegetable

• Lurem-TR

  blue and yellow sticky traps and thus ensures earlier discovery of the pest. Pests Several thrips species, such as Frankliniella occidentalis and Thrips [...] opened. This makes adult thrips more active. They appear from their shelters and are more attracted to the sticky traps. Presentation Dispenser containing [...] Application Hang the dispenser next to the sticky trap Place the sticky trap and dispenser just above (max. 30 cm) the top of the plants Dosage Use 1 dispenser