• Beneficial nematodes

  caterpillars , and weevil and beetle larvae. Its ability to adapt to different temperatures makes it a good choice for controlling caterpillars in various [...] guideline on how to apply nematodes (always check the label for detailed application advice): Choose the right nematode species tailored to your specific [...] pests in several vegetable crops, blueberries, and other soft fruit crops. How to apply nematodes The application of beneficial nematodes is a straightforward

• Fusarium head blight or scab

  (25-30 °C) and humid (RH above 85%) conditions increase chances of infection. How to prevent Fusarium head blight or scab Remove or destroy crop residues Choose [...] and appearance of Fusarium head blight or scab Most Fusarium species only make asexual spores. Some also produce ascospores. In general, most Fusarium [...] primarily infects the older, lower leaves. The spores are dispersed upwards to the ears by splashing rain drops or wind. On the infected ears, the typical

• Powdery mildew

  clothing. How to prevent Powdery mildew Use resistant cultivars whenever available Extra Silicon and/or Calcium nutrition hardens the cell walls and makes it [...] it harder for the fungi to enter the leaves To reduce chances of powdery mildew in greenhouses, it is advised to first ventilate by only opening the windows [...] pepper cultivars react to powdery mildew infection by dropping leaves that are not infected yet. It depends on the cultivar how soon after infection this

• Fusarium wilt

  Most Fusarium species only make asexual spores. Some also produce ascospores. The Fusarium oxysporum life cycle, is similar to that of most Fusarium species [...] small wounds, for example where lateral roots branch off from the tap root. How to prevent Fusarium wilt Remove or destroy crop residues Choose resistant cultivars [...] plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to come. Life cycle and appearance of Fusarium wilt Fusarium oxysporum has many

• Integrated Pest Management

  often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and [...] an effective way to control pests without resorting to chemicals. Mass trapping techniques like Rollertraps or Horiver contribute to control of the flying [...] maintaining healthy soil or substrate promotes strong plant growth, making them less susceptible to pests. This not only includes the minimal presence of soil borne

• Vici Routz SP

  bio-primers that: Improves crop vigour and makes the crop less susceptible to diseases Boosts the plant’s resistance to drought and other types of abiotic stress [...] system, increases the tolerance to soil borne diseases which results in increased nutrient uptake and increased yield. How does Vici Routz SP work? Soil probiotics [...] When to use Vici Routz SP? Vici Routz SP is a natural product containing soil probiotics and prebiotics that stimulates the crop growth and root system

• Pollination checklist tomato

  bumblebee's jaw on the flower (bite marks) turn brown within one to four hours and make it possible to check the bumblebees' work. A single visit results in the [...] The flower needs to have been pollinated before it closes. Depending on the conditions, a flower will remain open for one to three days. To check on pollination [...] indicates how the best pollination results can be achieved. Download Poster During pollination, a bumblebee bites onto the flower and makes the flower

• Consumers

  around the world to combat pests and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society [...] support. Koppert therefore sells its products exclusively to professional growers and farmers. In order to provide you with the best possible service as a consumer [...] bugs and beetles , gall midges, and lacewings. Visit our YouTube channel to see how natural enemies attack their prey. Natural pollination What is natural

• Parasitic wasps

  outbreaks of specific pest species. How do parasitic wasps control pests? Parasitic wasps employ two primary methods to control pests: parasitization and [...] body or attaches them to the host's exterior. Larval development: When the parasitic wasp eggs hatch, the newly emerged larvae begin to feed on the host pest [...] pests. They are effective in reducing the population of harmful insects, making them valuable allies in horticulture and agriculture. Unlike chemical pesticides

• Knowing & recognizing

  with the necessary information to understand the interaction between pests, diseases and their natural enemies. It explains how they spread in the crop, the [...] des and biostimulants that increase the plant’s resilience to stress and help the plant to grow better and remain healthier. Koppert believes that sharing [...] Get the growers’ guide to biological crop protection Knowing and recognizing does exactly what it implies. It empowers you with knowledge about the pest’s