• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience in the production and [...] al practices that can be implemented in open field crops. This is confirmed by Chula Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas, [...] part of their mission as a producer is to contribute to healthy food in the world and, to achieve this, they must produce food with a lower chemical load.

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  damage on a gerbera flower In the top ten of infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near the top. Western flower thrips , in particular [...] , occasionally drives growers to despair. Thrips is a minute, slender insect, and there are various species. These days, the western flower thrips causes [...] flowers. The thrips' strongest strategy is to hibernate in the soil or substrate, meaning they can strike very early in the spring. Quick response to early

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

  August 31, 2022

  Poinsettias, and Spruce Tip Porch Pots annually. The nursery is a benchmark for success in innovation and quality production practices. Andrew Butler, head [...] application. In addition, our Koppert consultant is always available to help with questions and follow-up visits. Also, the new Koppert webshop app is easy to [...] application. In addition, our Koppert consultant is always available to help with questions and follow-up visits. Also, the new Koppert webshop app is easy to

• 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 [...] Trianum is a crucial weapon in the fight against many different soil-borne fungal diseases. However, this biological fungicide not only combats soil-borne [...] developing further. In addition, Trichoderma also acts as a mycoparasite, penetrating the pathogens' mycelium and killing it. This makes Trianum a powerful barrier

• Koppert is Investing in Smarter Scouting

  May 29, 2019

  processes of manually scouting crops is very important, it is time-consuming and error-sensitive. That is why Koppert is developing the scout-app, which will [...] infestations in a more targeted way,’ says Vroegop. ‘Reducing time, labour, and costs while also ensuring more accurate work, this is one way in which dig [...] Nesidiocoris tenuis. It is also possible to manually enter sticky trap and crop data in the app. The generated data will then be displayed in an online dashboard

• What is Thripex Plus?

  August 18, 2021

  Perhaps you received a hanging basket from a friend or a family member to brighten up your day. If you have in one way or another come across a potted plant you [...] you may have noticed a small pouch hanging on the plant or on a stick in the soil. Don’t panic the pouch is harmless to you, your loved ones, and your [...] present in large numbers. They come in many various species depending on the environment and location the plant was grown in. The cucumeris is part of

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  when they occur in cultivated crops where natural control is insufficient. Early biocontrol Biological control is a common practice in agriculture and [...] pests and diseases is not only applied in greenhouses, but increasingly in outdoor crops too. Nowadays it is the major control method in Integrated Pest [...] available, it became a worldwide pest. In 1888, the lady beetle, Rodolia cardinalis , was collected in Australia and introduced in 57 countries, saving

• Spidex: dos and don’ts in a nutshell

  November 28, 2021

  make sure to store it in a cool and dark place. Do not store the product for longer than three days! Do you know how to use Spidex in your crop? You can see [...] Spidex, follow a draughts board pattern to make sure that you catch all spider mites . Add extra predatory mites in infestation hotspots. If there are multiple [...] Spidex is a powerful natural enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex . Take the following

• At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly

  August 18, 2020

  Adult Trialeurodes vaporariorum Whitefly in your crop? You don’t have to go into battle alone! Biological control is to the rescue. Predatory mites and [...] and predatory beetles are also effective. The following is a brief overview of the key allies in the fight against whitefly. Predatory mites Amblyseius [...] They roam 24 hours a day, consuming 90% to 95% of the eggs and larvae. Predatory mites are often used preventively, before a pest is known to be present

• Investing in thrips control: always a good idea

  March 6, 2023

  trouble is that you can't get rid of a viral infection, and the crop can die from it. Investing in safety Investing in prevention and control is a must. [...] investment in biological control is offset by a clean crop with low residue levels and higher productivity. In short, investing in thrips control is always [...] could even completely destroy a crop! In the past, ornamental plant growers regularly had to destroy part of their crops. This is hardly ever necessary any