• Parasitic wasps

  which can be important for their reproduction. It's important to note that not all species of parasitic wasps engage in host feeding, and the primary method [...] them valuable allies in horticulture and agriculture. Unlike chemical pesticides, parasitic wasps are natural and do not harm beneficial insects, animals [...] pests, ensuring a higher yield and product quality. Environmental sustainability : Parasitic wasps provide a natural and environmentally responsible solution

• Koppert Partners with Nitrasoil in Argentina

  July 19, 2019

  Argentina and its portfolio of inoculants and biological protection products, Koppert intends to expand the range of products it offers, and also meet [...] farmers in the Southern Cone: Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia. 'We are taking a very important step into the inoculants market, in which Koppert has [...] merger is not only important for his company, which will be present in the countries serviced by Koppert. 'The local market will benefit from a wider range

• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  little energy, and have a comfortable journey. On arrival at your farm, they will warm up again and become active. Be quick It’s important to release them [...] enemies are extremely useful and effective, but they have one major drawback: they have a short lifespan. That’s why it’s important to release them into your [...] your crop as soon as possible after receipt so they can complete their task and reproduce. During transport, we keep the temperature as low as possible to

• Municipality Enschede: Entonem nematodes against oak processionary caterpillar

  ‘But as I’ve already mentioned, the planning benefits and maintenance of biodiversity are important gains. [...] product Entonem in locations where we find a range of unusual butterflies and moths. As we only do this at an early stage, there is no secondary effect [...] where different management methods have been used. ‘With that information, and based on the nuisance that we experience, we’ll be able to decide whether

• Trianum can hold its ground

  February 2, 2023

  diseases and pests The Trichoderma harzianum T-22 fungus in Trianum is incredibly hardy. It can be used in combination with many other products, and even the [...] germination or mycelium growth. It is, therefore, important to check whether a combination of biological and chemical agents is a wise choice. Does the combination [...] Trianum, it is important not to use products containing chlorine or hydrogen peroxide in the drip irrigation lines before, during, and after treatment

• Bugs

  extensive damage to greenhouse and field crops by feeding on plant tissues and fruits, leading to deformation, discoloration, and yield loss. Effective bug [...] puncturing leaves and growing points with their piercing-sucking mouthparts and extracting nutrients from them, resulting in deformations and puncture holes [...] Biological control of bugs combines targeted monitoring and natural enemies that reduce pest pressure and prevent outbreaks: Beneficial nematodes Parasitic wasps

• About bumblebees

  flower visits and large transfer of pollen. Bumblebee pollination result is increased yield , better formed fruit , quality produce and faster ripening [...] ripening of fruit Bumblebees are reliable workers , they work 7 days a week from dusk till dawn Bumblebees work well under poor weather conditions and protected [...] (all females) start emerging and carry out work both inside and outside the nest. Worker bees forage for both pollen and nectar to provide resources for

• Webinar Fit Roots for Plant Health

  March 2, 2020

  climate, root conditions and soil life Practical tips to improve plant health and resilience Speakers are Ed Moerman from Koppert and Senior Researcher Jan [...] & Sales and R&D. Currently he works as part time Executive Manager for the Koppert Foundation and is engaged in the training of stakeholders and knowledge [...] hardware and software for climate control systems. From 2004 on, his special fields of interest have been the physical backgrounds of plant behavior and interaction

• Greenhouse crop pollination

  to increased crop yields, improved fruit set, enhanced size, better coloration, extended production shelf life and quality. Natural pollination contributes [...] contributes to year-round cultivation of crops and supporting a more stable and sustainable agricultural industry. For the past 40 years we have been at the [...] industry. With decades of experience and extensive research, we have gained in-depth knowledge of pollinators and their behavior. Our team of experts is

• Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

  that the composition is homogeneous and the nematodes are distributed adequately and evenly over the crop.’ Important to avoid slower growth During the 25 [...] weeks and you need to take curative measures. All of this costs a great deal of money and is something we want to avoid.’ To combat fungus gnats and thrips [...] have just come out of the packaging and later after spraying. Dennis van der Wel explains, ‘We dampen the potting soil and then spray the nematodes over the