• Fusarium wilt

  General Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species [...] 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 [...] Some also produce ascospores. The Fusarium oxysporum life cycle, is similar to that of most Fusarium species. Fusarium overwinters for many years in the

• Crane flies

  flies are large flies with females reaching 45-50 mm across. They have long, spindly legs and one pair of narrow, clear wings with clearly visible veins [...] soil surface. Adult common crane flies emerge from the soil in late summer to fall, and females mate and lay 200-300 eggs. Larvae emerge within one week [...] spring. They become active again and feed voraciously when the soil begins to warm up in spring. The larvae pupate below the soil surface in summer. The

• Southern blight

  humidity close to field capacity. In the southern USA, losses can reach 5% of annual production. Symptoms and damage Symptoms begin with brown, aqueous [...] establishment of the plant (seedling phase), due to the occurrence of fungi inhabiting the soil, or associated with the seeds. In favourable conditions, these [...] in Florida in 1892, and it has been regularly reported as causing rotting to the root and stem in tomato plants. Significant losses occur in soils infested

• Aphidius ervi

  internal tissues. They use their mouthparts to puncture the aphid and consume its bodily fluids, ultimately leading to the host's demise. In environments where [...] Aphid control with the parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi Aphidius ervi is a parasitic wasp species that plays a significant role in biological control of aphids [...] been widely utilized in various agricultural regions around the world due to its effectiveness. An Aphidius ervi female wasp can parasitize hundreds of

• Bugs

  bugs Bugs can cause extensive damage to greenhouse and field crops by feeding on plant tissues and fruits, leading to deformation, discoloration, and yield [...] yield loss. Effective bug control is key to maintaining healthy, high-quality crops. Biological control of bugs combines targeted monitoring and natural [...] help monitor, attract and eliminate harmful bugs in different crop stages. With Koppert’s biological solutions for bugs, professional growers can protect

• Pomegranate wilt complex

  Management Mix Veni GoKlean at the rate 2 to 3 ml per litre of water and drench 20 to 25 litre of solution per tree to the root zone by making the ring around [...] Rhizoctonia, Sclerotium, Macrophomina, Phytophthora are occasionally associated with fungi. Symptoms Affected plants show yellowing in some branches or twigs [...] leaves and branches. The entire tree dies in few months. Dark greyish brown to black colouration of wood below bark and vascular discoloured bands in the

• Pomegranate bacterial blight

  reduced plant health leads to swift development of bacterial blight. Symptoms Development of water-soaked spots which turns to dark black colour oily appearance [...] water-soaked spots appearance on the fruits which turn to dark brown colour slightly raised with oily appearance. Splitting of fruits under severe infection [...] spread. Management Spray Veni GoKlean at the rate of 1.25 to 1.5 ml per litre of water at 10 to 12 days intervals.

• Horiver Rollertrap

  and secure with staples or clips. It may be necessary to secure the Rollertrap mid run to provide additional support. It is recommended to replace the [...] above the crop, except for the 30 cm width which needs to be placed 40 cm above the crop To assist with placement, insert a rod or other expedient through [...] Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polyethylene ribbon coated with wet sticky glue. Available

• Rose aphid

  symptoms Infestations with rose aphids retard the growth of buds and new shoots. Foliage and flowers are often disfigured and contaminated with sticky honeydew [...] cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. In greenhouses, reproduction takes place by parthenogenesis, with unfertilized [...] viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood. With each moult they shed white skin

• Apple scab

  management with beneficial microorganisms that contribute to healthy root development, improved plant vigor, and increased crop resilience. Integrated with orchard [...] support. Management should aim to limit primary (ascospore) infections in spring and reduce overwintering inoculum to prevent severe epidemics. Cultural [...] management, regular monitoring, and integrated management measures are essential to limit disease development and protect fruit quality and tree health. Damage