• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  as this is when nematodes are best introduced to the plants as the soil is wet and the solution penetrates better. ‘This product is very easy to apply. [...] problems with this crop from the start – particularly with wireworms and caterpillars that ruined his crop. For growers, one of the main incentives to use [...] well.’ Easy to use and no residue Beneficial nematodes are a broad spectrum biocontrol solution. They are sprayed on crops using commonly used spraying or

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  April 25, 2018

  of honeybees, and are less likely to leave your crop for more attractive flowers. Unlike honeybees, bumblebees are attracted to flowers with narrow corolla [...] Bumblebees are non-swarming and much less aggressive than honeybees. Bumblebees can be used in conjunction with honeybees to enhance pollination. [...] than honeybees, they mainly forage for pollen rather than nectar, and transfer more pollen to the pistils with each visit. Bumblebees promote higher rates

• Koppert strengthens leadership team and is ready for future growth

  October 21, 2024

  will be responsible for driving day-to-day operations and translating strategic goals into concrete results, with a focus on growth and profitability. Boaz [...] Oosthoek is responsible for the region of South Europe and Middle East Africa, while Jurjen Boeringa is responsible for North Europe. Ready for the future [...] closely with growers and farmers, Koppert continues to strive for innovation and leading solutions that have a global impact. 'We are delighted to present

• Using Capirel for healthy fruit orchards

  when he switched to organic methods. ‘I had some difficulties with codling moths and leafrollers at the time and switched to biocontrol to save my production [...] spring and there was less need for trapping to reduce the pressure.’ Michel reports that the benefit of using Capirel nematodes is that it can also be [...] sprayer is filled halfway and the bucket with the nematodes is injected into the preparation. And finally, we complete the volume of water to correspond

• How-to-Use Videos Now Available

  April 4, 2019

  Using Koppert's Products Just Got Easier Koppert Biological Systems has launched 47 new How-to-Use product videos with many more to follow. These are now [...] remember to subscribe to the channel in order to keep up with all the new videos coming soon. Currently, the videos are available in English and Dutch subtitles [...] subtitles with additional languges coming in the near future. These videos are to showcase that using biological control products is not difficult and in some

• Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly

  April 9, 2019

  species of thrips and the eggs and larvae of whitefly. The predatory mite does not necessarily need insects in order to survive; it can also build up its [...] its numbers on pollen. This is extremely useful as it means you can ensure there are enough predatory mites in the crop to tackle a pest as soon as it appears [...] They are mixed in with the carrier material, bran. This bran protects the predatory mites and at the same time makes it easier to scatter them through

• Top Reasons to Use Biological Control in Berries

  May 15, 2018

  seek out and destroy their prey. Searching for and eliminating the mite population quickly and effectively even in areas that chemicals are unable to reach [...] for employees and customers. Crop workers can apply ad work with biological controls without any safety training or certifications. REI and PHI There are [...] cost of biological control per season is comparable to and often lower than chemical control. Eco-friendly Companies can capitalize on marketing an eco-friendly

• Thrips parvispinus: The Tiny Pest Growers Can't Afford to Ignore

  August 18, 2026

  Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly! Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly Entonem for Effective [...] comes to Thrips parvispinus , the greatest threat is often the damage that occurs before you even realize it is there. Recommended for you Why Is Thrips [...] management challenge. Why Is It So Difficult to Detect? One of the biggest challenges associated with Thrips parvispinus is that infestations often remain

• Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop

  April 3, 2020

  conjunction with both Aphipar and Ervipar and allow for control in varying crops and climates. Monitor Your Crop! For biological pest control to succeed, [...] crop monitoring is essential. Horiver and Rollertrap units ensure monitoring is efficient with regards to both time and cost. Solutions Aphidend Predatory [...] mixed with wood fiber 100 ml bottle, hatches up to 1,000 gallmidges 100 ml bottle, hatches up to 2,000 gall-midges 500 ml bottle, hatches up to 10,000

• Trianum can hold its ground

  February 2, 2023

  the door to other diseases and pests The Trichoderma harzianum T-22 fungus in Trianum is incredibly hardy. It can be used in combination with many other [...] of a crop, there is little that moves it. Please note that when using the water-soluble variant of Trianum, it is important not to use products containing [...] are beneficial for growers, as it reduces the levels of disease, improves growth, and results in a stronger and more resilient crop. And which grower wouldn't