• Trianum is a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  soil-borne diseases in a targeted way but has also proven to be an effective plant growth promotor. As a result, Trianum promotes a stronger and more resilient [...] Fusarium opens the door to other diseases and pests Botrytis problems often have company Ten facts about Fusarium Trianum is a crucial weapon in the fight [...] plant's roots. This is of great help to the crop, as the mycelium competes with harmful fungi for space and nutrients, giving them little to no chance of developing

• Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  s, you can control spider mites with predatory bugs and gall midges. What's right for you Don't forget: IPM is not a one-size-fits-all solution. It depends [...] isn't a picky eater – it's found in almost every crop worldwide. But there is hope: the mite's natural enemy, the predatory mite in Spical , is also at [...] crop. Neoseiulus californicus is only ineffective in crops such as tomatoes, so you'll have to find another solution to combat spider mites in these cases

• How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’?

  September 20, 2021

  In short, a busy, striped insect is probably setosus. If you find a slow, striped insect at the bottom of the crop, there is a good chance you have the [...] however, is determining the exact identity of the intruder. Because specific knowledge and expertise is a must, only an expert can provide a definitive [...] answer. Nevertheless, we can help you get started with a few rules of thumb. Echinothrips americanus is the easiest to identify: these thrips have black

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  April 11, 2019

  in the spring. Quick response to early outbreaks and doing all you can to prevent thrips from hibernating are the keys to success! Some growers only get [...] products. It's not yet completely clear why such large differences between companies persist. What is clear, however, is that thrips always requires a well [...] plan of action for the entire season. Our consultants will be happy to help you develop such a system approach. Learn more about beneficial nematodes for

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 8, 2021

  Half a year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. "It was a [...] a brilliant move," says Glasshouse Manager Angel Angelov. "When it comes to the even distribution of Koppert’s predatory insects , it’s in a class of its [...] its own. It also fits perfectly into our hi-tech, sustainable approach to cultivation. At Dyson farming, it’s all about innovation." Dyson Farming is the

• Guarantee a Flying Start to Great Pollination

  May 1, 2018

  enclosed in a weather-resistant outer unit. Quad units are designed with the appropriate ventilation and insulation required to allow bumblebees to acclimate [...] available year-round and are shipped to your facility, ready to pollinate. No waiting for migratory bee keepers! Availability is guaranteed when orders are placed [...] placed 14-16 weeks prior to delivery. Koppert bumblebees are certified by the Michigan Department of Agriculture to be disease- and pest-free. Koppert QUAD

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  April 23, 2019

  and there is always something new to learn. But how do you get started? We'll tell you what you need to know to get started! Fortunately, a lot of experience [...] below is the perfect guide! First establish your objective. Do you want to grow entirely without chemicals? Are you looking for a solution to a particular [...] cultivation, in which you minimize use of chemicals; that is integrated pest management (IPM) in a nutshell. You can fully adapt this system to your own crop and

• A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

  damage to fruits, and it requires an abundant prey population to sustain its effectiveness. It is not recommended for use in gerbera cultivation due to potential [...] against whiteflies, it struggles to establish in tomato crops due to its reproductive preference for the lower two-thirds of the plant, which is often disrupted [...] resistance to pesticides has driven a shift toward Integrated Pest Management (IPM), focusing on biological solutions. These pests favor a variety of crops

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  pleased with Spidex Vital. ‘It’s a good sign if you have a predatory mite that immediately enters the crop to start searching. It makes the system more robust [...] somewhat less keen on it. Spidex Vital still has to prove itself in such dry conditions. I want to see what happens. However, it is a new product and Koppert [...] mix. You can see them soon after they have been released and they get right down to doing their job.’ A tense moment Sjaak van Dijk switched over to Spidex

• Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

  August 31, 2022

  effects app is very helpful when considering what to spray that won't be harmful to beneficial insects when we need to supplement a synthetic chemical [...] side effects app is very helpful when considering what to spray that won't be harmful to beneficial insects when we need to supplement a synthetic chemical [...] our Koppert consultant is always available to help with questions and follow-up visits. Also, the new Koppert webshop app is easy to use for online ordering