• Cotton leafworm

  littoralis) is a highly polyphagous species feeding on plants of 40 families, containing 87 species of economic importance. It originates in Egypt, and is currently [...] green with a brownish head. In the last larval stage, they are 35 to 45 mm long. Coloration varies from grey to reddish or yellowish, with a median dorsal [...] littoralis) can lay up to 3,000 eggs. Each egg is roughly spherical, about 0.6 mm long and whitish yellow. They are laid in clusters of 20 to 500 pieces on lower

• Spotted Wing Drosophila

  females by a large dark spot on each wing, where their common name is derived from. Females have a strong saw-like ovipositor that is used to penetrate [...] exposes fruits to secondary pathogens (e.g. bacteria, fungi and yeasts). Finally, deterioration of fruit can increase its susceptibility to attack by other [...] General Since the start of its invasion in 2008/2009, the spotted wing drosophila, which is originally from Asia, has spread extensively in North and South

• Trial results show effective biological crop protection solutions for the complete potato crop cycle

  August 24, 2024

  of the crop cycle, wireworm damage poses a significant economic threat to the global potato industry due to its widespread and persistent impact on crop [...] harzianum T22, have continuously proved its effectiveness. Recent trials show clear increased yields due to a high percentage healthy tubers and low disease [...] temperature and nutrient availability, Trianum uniquely enables to plant to maximise its’ resources. Trichoderma harzianum T22 colonizes the root system

• Lyprauta

  sp. are a transparent greyish white and have a long slender body. The head is brown or reddish. The pupae are white to yellow and embedded in a dense web [...] black and start to rot internally. Just above the damaged area, the roots produce large numbers of new branches. This ultimately results in a reduced number [...] Adults of P. trinidadensis have a variation of dark-coloured markings spread over their wings. Adults of L. cambria have a large dark-coloured mark on the

• Mycotal: Effective LVM application

  June 13, 2023

  proves how important it is to listen to our valued customers,’ Marjolein points out. ‘Our R&D department responded to the growers’ queries by writing a proposal [...] y concentrated to control insect pests when applied this way? And finally: Is Mycotal compatible with existing LVM systems? In order to investigate the [...] proposal to research the LVM application of Mycotal. Anthura had the LVM system in place and allowed us to conduct these important trials. A true collaboration

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in stone fruits & nuts

  document, it doesn’t necessarily mean it cannot be controlled by nematodes. Koppert is continuously researching new possibilities. Contact your local Koppert [...] that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. Beneficial nematodes can be used to tackle a broad spectrum of [...] Leaves no residue This is an overview of the nematode-pest combinations that have been tested successfully so far. If a specific pest is not mentioned in this

• Nutari

  material is distributed as a thin, even layer Dosage The dosage of Nutari depends on climate, crop and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] 2 per release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental [...] tal conditions Carpoglyphus lactis is tolerant to a wide range of conditions and generally survives in conditions suitable for predatory mites . Precautions

• Impatiens thrips

  able to spread as a consequence of the trade in foliage plants. Impatiens thrips (Echinothrips americanus) has a wide range of hosts. In addition to many [...] many ornamental plants it also attacks sweet pepper, cucumber and eggplants. It lives exclusively on the leaves and is often present on weeds in greenhouses [...] Impatiens thrips (Echinothrips americanus) is an increasing problem in greenhouse cultivation, having spread to many countries within the last 30 years.

• Pine processionary moth

  processionary moth (Thaumetopoea pityocampa), is a major pest of pine trees around the Mediterranean Sea. It is most conspicuously damaging on pine plantations [...] visible. Defoliation damage is extremely serious in young reforested areas where it may lead to death of trees, directly or as a consequence of attack by [...] caterpillars move in a file searching for a suitable site to tunnel underground and pupate in the soil. Pupation takes place at a depth of about 10 cm

• Trianum succesfully controls Fusarium in open field lettuce

  June 16, 2021

  production moves to tunnels, I use Trianum-P . In these conditions it is easier and more effective to use it through the irrigation system or with a spray boom [...] am able to significantly reduce the chemical inputs to my crop,’ Stelio Porrini continues. A double formulation for every situation Trianum is present [...] health thanks to Trianum. Guidizzolo in Northern Italy, is an important location for the production of leafy crops. Almost 400ha are dedicated to the production