• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  bumblebees are active. Also take care that coating, polycarbonate plates, screens, or other light restricting filters are not blocking (early) sunlight. If side [...] Make sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] 17:00 16:00 14:00 During other weeks at higher than 28 °C temperatures you can place them lower in the greenhouse. 13:00 Vertical placement will have

• Limonica: an excellent method for keeping thrips in check

  November 1, 2017

  ation and our success rates went up as well. The Limonica are everywhere and the thrips are under control.' Profit increases 'Ever since we transitioned [...] quality has increased significantly. The rose stems are longer, production has increased, and the crops are much more stable.' For Lindy's Flowers, the critical [...] consistently high quality. If we can ensure the quality of our flowers, we can maintain our market share, allowing us to supply a fresh, strong alternative to

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  integral part of our DNA. Nothing beats original What we can do for you and your crop Whether you're just starting with biological control or looking to optimize [...] Thrips are one of the most challenging pests in horticulture and agriculture, causing both direct and indirect damage to a wide range of crops. Their ability [...] pollinators. No resistance development: unlike chemical pesticides, pests do not develop resistance to natural predators. No residue: supporting growers

• Pollination checklist Natupol Fly

  sericata flies are used for small scale crops with just a few flowers or for crops that produce very little pollen. The Natupol Fly Checklist shows how to achieve [...] side effect database for bumblebees (Bombus spp.). Do not release Natupol Fly without preparation if the temperature is below 15 ˚C. The outcome will be [...] as rain or condensation. Use coffee cups with lids, for instance, or bags. Do not scatter the pupae loose. Experiences in practice suggest that the side

• Aphids

  The summer host plants are either herbaceous or woody, while the winter host plants are hardy, woody perennials. Aphids that do not alternate between host [...] by the following characteristics: Size and shape: Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that are usually less than 6 mm in length. They have a pear-shaped [...] in the crop. There are two types of aphid species: those that change to other host plants in the winter, and those species that do not. Species that alternate

• Tomato

  is not so strong, so if not supported (like in a greenhouse) the stem often extends over the ground. Indeterminate tomato types are so-called ‘tender’ or [...] feasible. Recommended for you Koppert’s Mirical wins prestigious innovation award Maximize pollination in tomato Online course: How to achieve successful

• Cottony cushion scale

  scale infestations are often attended by ants. Life cycle and appearance of Cottony cushion scale As with all scale insects, the females do not have wings [...] The 'females' are actually hermaphrodites with fertilization occurring between the eggs and the sperm of the same individual. Males are occasionally produced [...] ornamental shrubs and trees. Damage is mostly caused by sap depletion; the shoots dry up and die, and defoliation occurs. In addition, the copious quantities of

• Visit Koppert Outdoor Experience Centre to discover the potential of biocontrol for outdoor crops

  May 30, 2023

  products in the past. Now, we are maximising our use of Koppert's solutions based on the crops that we grow. As a business, results are our top priority. But we [...] performance. Visible results The yields and quality of the crops are evidence that the solutions are effective. ‘We applied biological solutions to soybeans for [...] centre for a brief presentation. We explain which crops are currently in season, which solutions are being used and for what purpose. Then we venture into

• Aphidius matricariae

  wasps do not engage in feeding on aphids, but primarily subsist on nectar and water. Life cycle and appearance of Aphidius matricariae Adults are 3-4 mm [...] Koppert as Aphipar-M . Aphidius matricariae products Aphipar-M Expand all items How to use Aphidius matricariae The parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae is available [...] material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage

• Thripex-V

  first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 50-500 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated if necessary. Consult [...] Pests Young larvae of various thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents [...] relative humidity below 70%. Combined use Can be combined with Orius spp. Do not combine with other generalist predatory mites ( Amblyseius swirskii ,