Biological seed treatment

stress, the development of the root system, and the productivity of the crop. An overview of positive attributes of microbials depending on the organism: [...] nutritional value of the crop as well as production yields are boosted; Biological seed treatment reduces the use of agrochemicals which results in a lower exposure [...] exposure of growers to chemicals and lessens their impact on the environment. The potential exposure of the soil to agrochemicals is also limited in this way

Consumers

solutions In addition to beneficials and pollinators, microbial products such as bacteria and fungi form a third pillar for the sustainable production of plants [...] 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 [...] knowledge-intensive process. In addition, implementing our products requires intensive support. Koppert therefore sells its products exclusively to professional

Knowing & recognizing

published 25 years ago and revised in 2003, the latest edition comprises 443 pages, 700 photographs, and dozens of illustrations of the most prevalent pests, diseases [...] they spread in the crop, the damage they can cause, and specific behavioural characteristics. Shop now Koppert - A knowledge company The use of biological [...] important role towards achieving 100% sustainable horticulture and agriculture, while working in partnership with nature.

False codling moth

native to sub-Saharan Africa and is found in all citrus production areas in Southern Africa. It also occurs on some of the Indian and Atlantic Ocean islands [...] fruit and drops to the ground where it pupates in the top layer of the soil. The moths emerge after a couple of weeks. The life cycle varies between 5 weeks [...] Damage and symptoms Larval penetration holes in the fruit can only be found through thorough inspection. In green citrus fruit the peel around the penetration

Green peach aphid

therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting production. The aphid’s saliva can induce strong “allergic” reactions such as malformations of the growing [...] and appearance of green peach aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. When

Miglyphus

Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening Dosage The dosage of Miglyphus depends on climate, crop and leaf [...] Lyriomyza spp.). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps of Diglyphus isaea kill second and third instar leaf miner larvae in the mine and lay their [...] source. This is known as host feeding. Visual effect The presence of Diglyphus isaea in the crop is signalled by short mines that contain dead leaf miner

Tomato leafminer

place in the soil or on the surface of a leaf, in a curled leaf or in a mine. If they leave the mines they build silk cocoons on the leaflets or in the soil [...] cycle and appearance of Tomato leafminer The female moth of the tomato leaf miner ( Tuta absoluta ) lays about 260 eggs. The eggs of the tomato leaf miner [...] tomato leaf miner (Tuta absoluta), a major pest of field- and greenhouse-grown tomatoes, belongs to the family of Gelechiidae . It is oligophagous, feeding mainly

Cotton bollworm

bollworm ( Helicoverpa armigera ) occurs in the tropics and sub-tropics of all continents except for North America. Larvae of the cotton bollworm ( Helicoverpa [...] ely 18 to 19 mm in length and have a wingspan of about 40 mm. The grey-green males are smaller. The forewings are edged with a line of black spots, and [...] mature rapidly, and drop off. In legumes, flowers are attacked, and seed pods may be pierced. Life cycle and appearance of Cotton bollworm Eggs are deposited

Natutec Airbug

a uniform distribution of this material up to a distance of 2-3 metres from the Airbug. Product components The Airbug consists of the following components: [...] battery in the belt bag Connect the cable to the battery Attach the dosing pot to the revolving head of the blower Place the tube of the blower in the belt [...] accessories in a dry and dust-free area. The Airbug can be stored in the supplied case. Always store the batteries in the chargers when not in use.

Natutec Mini-Airbug

Entofood. Mode of action The innovative combination of the special fan of the Mini-Airbug and the revolving dosing pot ensures a uniform release of carrier material [...] distribution of this material up to a distance of at least 2 metres from the Mini-Airbug. Product components The Mini-Airbug consists of the following [...] converter Volume of dosing pot/drum 1.5 litres. Range 2-3 metres (depending on product/carrier material). Application Adjust the size of the holes in the dosing