• Condition of the Crop the best Indicator of the Effect of Trianum

  August 10, 2020

  of nutrients. The impact of Trianum can be seen in the quality of the crop. A better balance in the soil means that treated plants generally grow better [...] Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation! Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries In Search of the Relationship Between NatuGro and Nitrogen Release Although [...] worker! Preventative use The value of Trianum becomes particularly apparent in situations of crop stress. Crops treated with Trianum recover quicker after

• Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

  nematodes in horticultural crops Which nematode controls which pest best? This is an overview of the nematode-pest combinations that have been tested successfully [...] role in the biological control of many pests, keeping fruits, vegetables and ornamental crops free of pests while minimizing chemical residues. In optimal [...] please consult your Koppert contact person. If a specific pest is not mentioned in this document, it doesn’t necessarily mean it cannot be controlled by nematodes

• Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages

  April 16, 2019

  were carried out in the United States from 2015-2018. Trial locations were located in the three major strawberry producing regions in California (Wats [...] initiation There are a few critical periods in the blueberry growth-cycle. The first is bud initiation in the autumn. Before the plant goes into dormancy [...] initiated. The generative buds are the ones that produce flowers in spring. Poor growth in the late summer/early autumn will limit the number of generative

• The How and Why of IPM

  April 4, 2019

  resilience of crops below and above the soil surface in various ways, for example with plant enhancers and useful soil fungi and bacteria. Afterwards, you [...] problems do occur in spite of this, you can solve them using natural enemies. It's often even better to have the natural enemies on stand-by in the crop, even [...] both aspects develop in your crop; monitoring ( Monitoring Solutions Page ) is crucial. Koppert consultants can help you with this. In short: many factors

• Grape downy mildew

  primarily as oospores in fallen leaf litter, though in milder climates it can also persist as mycelium within infected buds and canes. In spring, oospore g [...] germination is triggered when temperatures reach 10°C in the presence of soil moisture, leading to the formation of macrosporangia that release motile zoospores [...] mildew, caused by Plasmopara viticola , is one of the most important diseases in wine and table grape production worldwide. The disease spreads rapidly under

• Aphidend

  fiber. Application Open the bottle in the greenhouse Place the bottle directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the plants Do not scatter [...] Mode of action Adult gall midges emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. After emerging from the eggs the larvae consume the aphids [...] particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first aphids are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 1-10 per m2/release. Releases

• Tomato looper

  random objects and on tomato fruit, often in a bunch of ripening tomatoes, however, it can also be found in the soil. The pupa has a pale green body, with [...] family of Noctuidae . It is a tropical and subtropical species originating in the Mediterranean and northern Africa. The larva is highly polyphagous and [...] northerly countries and is now one of the most frequently found pest species in greenhouses. Damage symptoms The tomato looper (Chrysodeixis chalcites) is

• Environmental sustainability

  Furthermore, our commitment to biodiversity extends to fostering healthy soil ecosystems, which serve as the foundation of resilient and sustainable a [...] environments and promote biodiversity. Pollution reduction Addressing pollution in all its forms is fundamental to our sustainability agenda. Through our natural [...] ecosystem integrity. We are dedicated to eliminating the presence of microplastics in our products. Additionally, we keep reducing our resource outflows, such as

• Biosolutions for Tropicals: Pest Control for Floral and Foliage Crops

  instars or eggs. Even in cooler temperatures, it continues to feed on many kinds of thrips as well as whiteflies and spider mites . In the presence of prey [...] over time than other generalists. Now available in larger bottle counts. Substitute with Swirski-Mite in high temperatures. Talk to an IPM Expert Hybrid [...] a resilient ecosystem above and below ground, where strong roots, healthy soil, and vibrant leaves form a shield against diseases. This balance is key from

• Leaf miners

  cosmetic damage. In (sub)tropical areas this can lead to burning in fruit such as tomato and melon. Loss of leaves also reduces yield. In full-grown plants [...] miner larvae inside the leaves, while beneficial nematodes target pupae in the soil. Sticky traps help monitor adult activity and support timely intervention [...] species in this family, only eleven are truly polyphagous. The species that cause most damage all belong to the genus Liriomyza and are very common in temperate