• Biological Pest Control

  biocontrol, is a method of managing pests using natural predators, parasitoids, or pathogens. This approach partners with nature to maintain the balance of ecosystems [...] domestic animals, making them a safer option. Types of biological pest control There are three primary types of biological pest control methods: conservation [...] the presence of natural enemies and beneficial organisms in the environment to maintain a balance between pests and their predators. Instead of introducing

• New Packaging

  pounds of Styrofoam per year. That is a yearly saving of 1.43 tons of Styrofoam that will not be produced and stay out of landfills. Styrofoam is harmful [...] estimates that 3 million tons of Styrofoam are produced in the USA annually, 80% of which is destined for the trash. Koppert is consistently striving to not [...] new packaging will be gradual and it is expected that there will be a mixture of the two shipping methods. Our goal is to completely switch to the new recyclable

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  healthily, resulting in increased uniformity and reduced wastage from sub-standard plants. The unique mode of action means there is no chance of pathogens developing [...] Trianum-P is a water dispersible granule (WDG) formulation for spray application and for use in overhead and drip irrigation systems. There is also a granular [...] Trianum-P Trichoderma harzianum T-22 Condition of the Crop the best Indicator of the Effect of Trianum Trianum's Seven Benefits Trianum-G Trichoderma harzianum

• Natupol

  conditions (<10 hours light) position the hive near the top of plants, in such a way that the hive is exposed to the first daylight Wait for at least 15 minutes [...] before placing new hives Disposal After the pollination cycle, once there is no life in the bumblebee colonies, the ‘Beehome’ system should be closed. Remove [...] inside. Seal the entire hive in a plastic bag, remove it from the crop area, and dispose of the sealed bag and sugar water tank in accordance with local waste

• Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under control?

  March 3, 2023

  impacts the biological balance in the crop. Finally, there is a difference in the development speed between different species of spider mite , with one species [...] humidity is also important, as the spider mite like dry conditions. The spider mite lays more eggs when air humidity is low, so development is faster. [...] quantity of plant sap to ensure that it absorbs enough nutrients. The mite then rids itself off the moisture by sweating, which is easier in a dry and

• Cabbage moth

  destroy large numbers of leaves and their frass accumulates in the heart of cabbage, thereby lowering the commercial value of infested crops. Life cycle [...] or brown to black. In younger instars, the relatively large head capsule is conspicuous. In older instars, the lighter colour of the bands between the body [...] hiding in the crop during the day. Several days after emerging from their pupae the female moths lay clusters of 20 to 100 eggs on the underside of leaves

• Trianum can hold its ground

  February 2, 2023

  harzianum T-22 fungus in Trianum is incredibly hardy. It can be used in combination with many other products, and even the use of most chemical products [...] Trichoderma fungi in Trianum are quite persistent. Especially once the fungal mycelium has 'conquered' the roots of a crop, there is little that moves [...] 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

• Crucial Information on Pollination at High Temperatures

  August 11, 2020

  climates, it is assumed that proper management of pollinators is sufficient to ensure good pollination. The single biggest problem is that if there is not enough [...] interactions in high temperatures – written in collaboration with experts in the field of pollination - now clearly points out the effects of high temperatures [...] Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages We all know that proper pollination of a flower is the most critical process related

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  April 9, 2019

  systematically keeping track of how the situation is developing – is therefore crucial. In fact, this is the cornerstone of effective biological control [...] particular insect is present, and some types of pheromone traps can play a role in pest control. The use of attractants in this application is aimed at catching [...] or flowers. In some cases, it is useful to concentrate on the top of the leaves, and in others the bottom. Good monitoring requires a lot of knowledge about

• Asian citrus psyllid

  It is widely distributed in southern Asia and the disease is responsible for the destruction of several citrus industries in Asia and Africa. In North [...] Asian citrus psyllid, ( Diaphorina citri ), is an important pest of citrus in several countries as it is a vector of a serious citrus disease called greening [...] most of the southern states and Mexico however the state of Florida is the most affected area by the vectored disease. Damage symptoms The psyllid is a sucking