• Swirski Ulti-Mite

  Pests Young larvae of various thrips species and eggs and larvae of whitefly . Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites reproduce within [...] disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. The Ulti-Mite [...] after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for

• American serpentine leaf miner

  tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants of fruiting vegetable crops, however, a considerable quantity of foliage can get damaged [...] and appearance of American serpentine leaf miner The life cycle of a leaf miner has the following stages: egg, three larval instars, a pupal instar and [...] ornamental crops, this is usually of less significance. Seedlings and young plants can be completely destroyed as a result of the direct damage caused by leaf

• Bactosan

  infestations of fruit flies as well as for monitoring insect populations. How does Bactosan trap work? Bactosan trap is used for trapping a wide variety of fruit [...] capturing melon and oriental fruit flies . The trap is used in combination with species-specific Pherodis pheromone and fruit fly attractant to catch both males [...] Pherodis (pheromone/lure) per trap. Mix 50gm Fruit Fly Attractant in 1.5 litres of water and add to 10 traps per application. Regularly check the bait solution

• Western flower thrips

  damaging thrips species in many greenhouse crops. The western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) can be found on a wide variety of plants, including [...] leaves and the black dots of their excreta indicate their presence in the crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations [...] impatiens necrotic spot virus (INSV). Both viruses affect a wide range of plants, and often a single host plant may be infected by both viruses.

• Oleander aphid

  the origin of its principal host plant, oleander. Damage symptoms The colonies of bright yellow aphids can easily be seen on the shoots of the host plants [...] oleander aphid, Aphis nerii , sometimes also called the milkweed aphid, is a common pest of several important ornamental plants in the families Apocynaceae and [...] plant growth. Life cycle and appearance of Oleander aphid The oleander aphid is an obligate parthenogenetic species; thus the adult aphids are all female

• Integrated Pest Management

  the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of pests and diseases. This practice [...] often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and [...] t. Beneficial insects and biological control One of the key aspects of IPM is harnessing the power of natural enemies to control pest populations. Predatory

• Broad mite

  The typical pattern of damage consists of malformation and distortion of the above-ground growth of the plant. The mites show a preference for young, [...] curl up. A typical indication of an attack of broad mite ( Polyphagotarsonemus latus ), is the appearance of dark brown edges at the base of young leaves [...] case of a mild infestation, one can often see brown, frequently collapsed spots, or brown stripes forming a fine network on the leaves. In case of a more

• Neoseiulus californicus

  thrips or pollen. Feeding behaviour of Neoseiulus californicus Neoseiulus californicus is a selective predator of Tetranychid mites, i.e. it prefers to [...] faster on a diet of spider mites than on other food sources. They can also survive longer than Phytoseiulus persimilis in the complete absence of food, remaining [...] to await the arrival of new prey. Life cycle of Neoseiulus californicus The developmental stages are the same as for other members of the Phytoseiidae family:

• Crop Protection

  organisms, and human health. Biocontrol agents encompass a wide range of approaches, including the use of beneficial insects, predatory mites , beneficial nematodes [...] biodiversity contribute to a more resilient plant, maximizing your yield. Prepared for the future By adopting biocontrol in advance of chemical bans, growers [...] will be ready to meet future challenges with confidence and a well-established understanding of biocontrol's benefits. Lower risk to human health Biological

• Working at Koppert

  develop and urges its employees to make use of internal and external training and courses. Our staff makes good use of these opportunities. At Koppert you work [...] the past 50 years, but despite its international character, Koppert remains a family company in which cooperation and respect for people and the environment [...] The company is developing fast, so we are keen to draw people who will play a role in its further growth. There is much room for personal input from colleagues