• Lettuce

  cultivate and most often grown for its leaves. It is, however, often plagued on by a number of insect and mammal pests and fungal and bacterial diseases, and

• Beneficial microorganisms

  organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling harmful pests. Beneficial microorganisms [...] control How it works Infection and colonization: Beneficial microorganisms start by infecting their insect hosts. The fungi produce spores that attach to the

• Knowing & recognizing

  giving you the ability to recognize the pest or disease you are up against by means of detailed illustrations and close-up photographs. The knowledge gained [...] aspects need to be considered. The need for knowledge has been recognized by Koppert for over 50 years. Recent scientific discoveries concerning beneficial

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  to register volatiles emitted by damaged plants. Phytoseiid mites have no eyes and therefore rely on volatiles released by damaged plants and their tactile [...] The predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is by far the most important natural enemy of Two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used [...] mites increases rapidly, and they quickly reduce the spider mite population by predation. Phytoseiulus persimilis is highly specific and is only effective

• Tutasan

  they get trapped in the water. Trapping males reduces the amount of eggs laid by females who fail to mate. Presentation One trap. Preparation Place the pheromone [...] the trap works correctly. If the trap is not connected to a dripper refill by hand Replace the pheromone capsule every 4-6 weeks Clean the trap when completely

• Bugs

  control of bugs Bugs can cause extensive damage to greenhouse and field crops by feeding on plant tissues and fruits, leading to deformation, discoloration [...] as pests in agricultural crops. Bug damage Phytophagous bugs damage plants by puncturing leaves and growing points with their piercing-sucking mouthparts

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  measures you can take to prevent or reduce any allergic reactions caused by the type of products mentioned above. Which products are of concern? This [...] the predatory mites , feeder mites, and supplementary feeding products sold by Koppert. Icons on the product packaging show you the precautionary measures [...] and legs (e.g. a disposable overall). We also advise you to cover your hands by wearing gloves. Application device If you use an application device, avoid

• Gherkin

  then left to ferment for a certain period of time. Fermentation takes place by putting the cucumbers in an acidic solution or use lacto-fermentation to sour

• Fall Armyworm

  possible for fall armyworms to spread over large areas rapidly. Adults fly by night, and are attracted to lights, especially those with a strong ultra-violet

• Broad mite

  Damage symptoms The damage caused by the broad mite ( Polyphagotarsonemus latus ) can look similar to the damage caused by viruses. The typical pattern of [...] appearance, with contorted leaves and sporadic brown discolouration caused by cork formation. When plants are severely attacked, the growing tip can be [...] discoloured, and with a severe attack, deformed. Extensive damage can be caused by relatively low populations. Frequently, the lower leaves of a plant remain