• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  wireworms have been banned, and it has become a major problem. Moreover, conventional pesticides work poorly on the soil. Our nematodes have the added [...] growers in Europe. Recent trials using Trianum in combination with Casea have shown positive results in controlling two soilborne diseases and persistent [...] the pests and the natural fungicide controls the diseases. Together they have a winning act!' Cyrille points out that these are beneficial nematodes, a

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  active too. Investigations of leaf samples have instantly shown that infestations can be quite extensive. "We have seen species such as the Echinothrips , [...] Thrips have long been a major threat to crops, but worryingly, the number of species of thrips around the globe is on the increase, and they are spreading [...] species was hardly scouted at all as growers had assumed that they didn’t have it in their crops – it turned out to be quite a nasty surprise when they

• Koppert bumblebee hives: fresh look, trusted quality

  June 19, 2023

  preserving the same exceptional quality and effectiveness that Koppert bumblebees have always been known for. For many growers good pollination is essential to [...] of growers. Continuously improving our hives Over the past few years, we have made significant improvements to our hives. These include remote control [...] in different climates presents challenges, so our distribution partners have adapted their storage facilities to accommodate the needs of our bumblebees

• Spot the caterpillar!

  June 28, 2023

  of different butterfly species have three pairs of real legs and up to five pairs of false legs (prolegs). The prolegs have small hooks that the caterpillar [...] camouflage. Caterpillars from the Noctuidae family (moths) don’t usually have many hairs, and they pupate in the ground. Caterpillars from the Tortricidae

• Big impact starts small

  April 30, 2023

  small, really small. And although they are not visible to the naked eye, they have a big impact. The living organisms in our micro products are a great way [...] pests and are an effective alternative to chemicals. Products like Trianum have been indispensable in numerous horticulture crops for many years. Benefits [...] increasingly demanding supply chain requirements. In addition, growers don't have to worry about the harvest interval. These are all important reasons why

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 18, 2024

  harvesting schedules. Or even mean that growers have to start the harvest earlier than planned. By not having to consider a pre-harvest interval, growers can [...] waiting periods ranging from a few days to several weeks or months. By not having this limitation when using biological crop protection , growers can manage

• Control Bean Seed Fly with Beneficial Nematodes

  minimizing crop damage. He is confident that without Capirel, resowing would have been necessary. Beneficial nematodes offer a strategic advantage in the control

• Capirel

  humidity, as described above Side Effects & Compatibility Pesticides can have (in)direct effects on biological solutions As a general rule for tank mixing [...] product The product is safe for most beneficial insects and mites, but can have some effect on a few when in direct contact with foliar applied nematodes

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  but especially in scaling up to commercial volumes during peak periods. "We have been working on this since we started with Limonica in 2012. The breakthrough [...] key requirement for innovation. Without the exclusive right, we would not have been able to follow this intensive development route. It enables us to continue [...] integrated crop protection Marjon is confident about the future of Limonica . “We have cracked the code. The rearing is good, the volumes are adjustable, and we

• Lift Off for Koppert Innovation

  January 14, 2020

  agricultural expanses to control a range of harmful pests. Although drones have been used in various agricultural applications for some time, Koppert’s latest [...] now say that extensive trials of the Natutec multi-carrier release system have been a success.” The drone has a wingspan of 5 feet, can lift 33 pounds, [...] https://www.uaviq.com/en/biocontrol/ . Successful trials in the US Trials have been conducted with the release system using drones for biocontrol in outdoor