• Amblydromalus limonicus

  Amblydromalus limonicus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control . Amblydromalus limonicus is a natural enemy of various [...] Amblydromalus limonicus is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 25 °C (55 and 77 °F). It is not effective above 30 °C (86 °F) and is sensitive to relative [...] pest control when other mites struggle. In tomato, use of Amblydromalus limonicus is not recommended as it is hindered by the glandular hairs on the stems

• Consumers

  and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society, with safe food in sufficient [...] solutions is a knowledge-intensive process. In addition, implementing our products requires intensive support. Koppert therefore sells its products e [...] your question in this list. Biological crop protection What is biological crop protection ? The idea behind biological crop protection is very simple: natural

• Whitefly

  fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty moulds ( Cladosporium spp.) is encouraged. Such fruit is unsaleable. In serious cases [...] plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt and drop. Such leaf damage can in turn influence the development of fruit [...] reduction in yield. By sucking plant sap and secreting honeydew, whitefly reduces the aesthetic value of crops. This is particularly important in ornamentals

• Equinox Farm Takes Soil Health Management To the Next Level With NatuGro Program

  the trials showed positive changes in stem length profile in all length categories, which is a positive improvement in yield quality. Qualitatively, the [...] soil is the foundation of sustainable farming, and when growers invest in their soil, the results speak for themselves ! Learn more by getting in touch [...] How Koppert’s NatuGro Program has helped Equinox Horticulture to Extend Crop Life, Improve Yields, and Transform Soil Health Founded in 2008, Equinox

• Neoseiulus californicus

  californicus in sachets The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus is also available in breeding sachets ( Spical-Plus , Spical Ulti-Mite ). In this case [...] us is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Neoseiulus californicus in bottles [...] predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered locations in the crop, avoid hanging

• Biological seed treatment

  seed in a powder form or as a liquid. An even layer covers the whole seed. In this way, the beneficial ingredients are available to the seed when it requires [...] plant nutrients in the root system and increases nutrient uptake; The enhanced root and shoot growth means that the early growth rate is optimized and that [...] results in a lower exposure of growers to chemicals and lessens their impact on the environment. The potential exposure of the soil to agrochemicals is also

• Amblyseius swirskii

  (68 and 90°F). It is not effective at temperatures below 18°C/64°F. Amblyseius swirskii is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. In tomato, use of [...] swirskii is not recommended as it is hindered by the glandular hairs on the stems and leaves and does not build up a population. Amblyseius swirskii in bottles [...] Amblyseius swirskii is a species of predatory mite widely employed for biological pest control in agriculture. The predatory mite is an excellent biocontrol

• Green peach aphid

  peach tree, is native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution. The green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is a particularly [...] persicae ) is an important insect pest in sweet pepper, tomato, cucumber and many other greenhouse crops. The aphid may originate from Asia, where its winter-hardy [...] persicae subsp. persicae ) is the most important vector of viral diseases. It can transmit at least 100 different viruses and is thus rightfully feared by

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Neoseiulus cucumeris is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%. Neoseiulus cucumeris in bottles [...] Neoseiulus cucumeris in sachets The predatory mite Neoseiulus cucumeris is also available in breeding sachets ( Thripex -Plus). In this case the predatory [...] thrips larvae. Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural enemy to help control

• Leek

  around it (so-called ‘trenching’). 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 outside, the plant is rather hardy and many varieties can be left in the soil during winter and harvested when there is a need [...] Protection in Leek: Thrips Control & Healthy Roots About The vegetable leek is a cultivar of Allium ampeloprasum , the broadleaf wild leek. In the past,