Faba bean

names for the Vicia faba , a flowering plant and species belonging to the vetch and pea family Fabaceae . The name ‘broad bean’ is commonly used in the [...] Australia and usually applied to large-seeded varieties which are cultivated for consumption. The Vicia faba grows some 0.5–1.8 m tall and is a firm plant [...] a densely downy skin. Nowadays, modern varieties specifically cultivated for food production have pods which are 15-25 cm long and 2-3 cm thick. Each bean

Fusarium spp.

banana, whole plantations may die, and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years subsequently. F. graminearum/Gibberella zeae (Fusarium head [...] cultivar Apply adequate crop rotation Use clean propagation material (seed can be treated effectively with hot water) Use clean substrate in greenhouse crops [...] life cycle of different Fusarium species is similar. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the soil, and on crop residues of infected plants, as chlamydospores

Miglyphus

mine (but outside the leaf miner), using the dead larvae as food. Adult females also kill young leaf miner larvae by using them as a food source. This is known [...] Combined use Can be combined with Minusa. Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

started using biological control in its raspberry production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several [...] reduction in the yield of avocado trees and economic losses due to fruit damage. For this reason, integrated pest and disease management is essential. This approach [...] biological control In several countries there are regulations limiting the use of certain pesticides and obliging farmers to apply sustainable agricultural

About Koppert

these natural solutions in partnership with nature. Using natural enemies to control pests, bumblebees for pollination, and microbials that support, protect

Onion

first production season. Onions are popular and therefore cultivated and used for cooking all around the world. Their flesh is pungent when chopped, because

Bacterial soft rot, bacterial stem rot

carotovora or Pectobacterium carovora infects plants through fresh wounds, for example pruning wounds. It cannot infect healthy green leaves, but can grow [...] petiole to the main stem through the xylem vessels. High humidity is required for disease development. Erwinia carotovora subsp. carotovora or Pectobacterium [...] How to prevent Bacterial soft rot, bacterial stem rot Prevent high humidity Use sanitation to prevent spread within the crop Clean tools and equipment Promote

Beetles

are a serious pest in crops or stored products. There are many useful beetles as well. For instance, ladybirds contribute to the control of aphids . Beetles [...] species are very capable fliers but others cannot fly at all. Find solutions for beetles in your crop Life cycle of beetles Beetle damage Both larvae and adults [...] buds and leaves depending on the species. Solution Finder Find solutions for your crop Beetle damage Beetle control videos Take a look at the video or

Banana

two different, wild species; Musa acuminata and Musa balbisiana . Bananas used for cooking are also called plantains, contrast to dessert bananas.

Trianum-G

dosage for each crop and situation Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] Trianum-G can be used in most crops. Mode of action The mode of action of Trianum-G is based on the following mechanisms: Competition for space Trianum-G [...] through the tube system of the spreaders (avoid curves in the tubes). Use a dosage spoon for manual application to ensure uniform application. Dosage The dosage