Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

at a good rate over a longer period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is maintained [...] production rates, high product quality, and excellent varieties, Amazone Plants are at the top end of the market. Biological plant protection is an additional [...] twice a year, in the spring and in the autumn. Wim van der Meer explains, ‘Koppert is involved in a trial in which we are investigating whether Chrysopa eggs

Aphidius ervi

potato aphid ( Aulacorthum solani ) The parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi is available at Koppert as Ervipar . Aphidius ervi products Ervipar Expand all items How [...] Aphidius ervi is available in a bottle ( Ervipar ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved [...] Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-2 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated weekly during the period when aphid infestation is expected.

Bugs

leading to deformation, discoloration, and yield loss. Effective bug control is key to maintaining healthy, high-quality crops. Biological control of bugs [...] monitor, attract and eliminate harmful bugs in different crop stages. With Koppert’s biological solutions for bugs, professional growers can protect their crops [...] sustainable, residue-free production. Solutions for bug control Learn more about What are bugs? Heteropteran bugs form a group in the order Hemiptera , a highly

Whitefly

the excess is excreted as honeydew, with larger larvae expelling large quantities. This can have the following consequences: If the population is very large [...] the fruit, and the growth of sooty moulds ( Cladosporium spp.) is encouraged. Such fruit is unsaleable. In serious cases the fruit will rot. Sooty moulds [...] Hemiptera Whitefly What are whiteflies? Whiteflies are not true flies , but belong to the order Hemiptera (true bugs ). Together with aphids and scale

Tropicals

tropical climate. Tropical plant is a typical north American term, whereas in other countries this group of plants is often referred to as ‘Green Potted [...] agriculture. For this reason most commercial produced tropical plants are grown is southern states. Tropical plants require consistently warmer temperatures [...] Bromeliads, palms, and orchids are considered tropical plants. Contrary to what most people expect, many of the tropical plants do not do well in direct

Beneficial microorganisms

What are beneficial microorganisms? Beneficial microorganisms, also known as beneficial microbes, are microorganisms that provide positive effects to their [...] and air. These microorganisms are harnessed for pest control through applications like biopesticides, where they are introduced to target pests, providing

Tobacco aphid

East and is a key pest of tobacco crops in both the United States and South America. The tobacco aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. nicotianae ) is also encountered [...] closer to the top of the plant, than the peach potato aphid . It is not known to what extent tobacco aphids ( Myzus persicae subsp. nicotianae ) can also [...] and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or, if the infestation occurs early

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IPM app

Scouting with Koppert iPM Pest and disease management has always been a great challenge in agriculture. A healthy crop is paramount, while there is also a growing [...] developed Koppert iPM, a unique scouting software application, to assist growers with their in-depth integrated pest management program. Koppert iPM consists [...] Scouting is a significant part of pest management which can assist the grower to make timely decisions and apply precision treatments. Koppert Biological

Spider mites and other mites

activity by seeking out mite hotspots and reducing outbreaks quickly. With Koppert’s biological solutions for spider mites and other mites, professional growers [...] ensure sustainable production. Solutions for mite control Learn more about What are spider mites? Spider mites are pests that present a threat to many crops [...] are common crop pests. The two-spotted spider mite , Tetranychus urticae , is by far the most important species in greenhouses and many outdoor crops. Spider