• Botrytis: ten must-knows

  November 15, 2021

  To avoid this, it's important to know the following 'Botrytis facts'. Botrytis is also called 'grey mold'. This name indicates exactly what the fungus looks [...] Botrytis is an above-ground fungus, and there are many species. The fungus is found all over the world and can infect a wide variety of plants. If conditions [...] crops, including strawberry and grape. This fungus has also changed its name and is now officially called Botryotinia fuckeliana . Other Botrytis species

• Premium quality around the world

  March 17, 2023

  mission is to provide its customers with the best possible solutions. It's a commitment that goes beyond product quality. After all, no matter where in the [...] and kicking is not exactly the easiest task in the world. That task becomes even more complex if a product in the Netherlands needs to arrive in, say, Mexico [...] requirement – on-time delivery – relies on precise organization: 'An important element here is the fact that Koppert's Dispatch Department has its own customs

• Koppert Collaborates with Valto to Control Harmful Tomato Virus

  October 10, 2018

  Product Manager, Kris De Smet. ‘Registration in several European countries is expected in a few weeks or months’ time. We expect that tomato growers all over [...] covers both so mutation is less likely and plants are protected naturally. This twofold protection is what distinguishes us from our competitors’. ‘I am [...] cycle. The same is true for vaccinations in humans, so growers understand this. The benefits are clear, so we don’t expect major concerns in that field,’

• Spidex Vital Go: the ultimate multi-hotspot performer

  March 31, 2025

  consistent population of predatory mites in the crop. The sachets ensure predators are present over a 2-week period, making it difficult for spider mites to proliferate [...] sachets offer a time-efficient application that reduces labour costs while providing superior mite control. User-friendly application Application is straightforward: [...] crop during early infestations. Spidex Vital Go is also compatible with Spidex Vital bottles, making it a flexible and versatile tool for growers. Born

• Natupol

  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 [...] pollinating the flowers while at the same time collecting pollen to feed the brood. More workers emerge from the brood in the weeks after the introduction, increasing [...] pollination performance. After some weeks the colony will reach its maximum size and starts declining in size and pollination activity. Colony development depends

• Tropicals

  grow naturally in a tropical climate. Tropical plant is a typical north American term, whereas in other countries this group of plants is often referred [...] plants also come in both blooming and foliage plants. Bromeliads, palms, and orchids are considered tropical plants. Contrary to what most people expect [...] expect, many of the tropical plants do not do well in direct sunlight and should be located in shadier environments. Because many tropical plants naturally

• Natutec Drone Leaflet - Koppert

  Drone in less than two years. Nevertheless, the technology will be launched commercially in the United States this year. The right ratio ‘It began in 2017 [...] made it possible to draw for growing strawberries in California. Given the state’s conclusions about effectiveness and efficiency. In the end, it labour [...] expectations of efficient Natutec Drone The technique is efficient and works, but the challenge is in organizing the drones while they disperse beneficials

• Flies

  shore flies are mainly a problem in greenhouses. Their larvae live in the ground and prefer moist substrates that is rich in organic matter. Although they [...] Lyprauta sp.) can cause damage in potted orchids. The Spotted Wing Drosophila has recently invaded Europe and the Americas where it is causing serious damage to [...] conditions. Solutions for fly control Learn more about What are flies? There are several flies that are pests in agriculture, horticulture and mushroom cultivation

• Get the growers’ guide to biological crop protection

  August 18, 2021

  Knowing and recognizing does exactly what it implies. It empowers you with knowledge about the pest’s lifecycle and its many phases, as well as giving you [...] find the best sustainable solutions. First published 25 years ago and revised in 2003, the latest edition comprises 443 pages, 700 photographs, and dozens

• Protected vegetables

  making it easier for growers to comply with legal requirements. Common pests in vegetable crops Vegetable pests can inflict serious damage in terms of [...] precautions. Go to disease overview Disease control in vegetable crops Controlling diseases in vegetable crops is essential for maintaining crop health and ensuring [...] management in vegetable crops Biofungicides are an important tool in the arsenal of sustainable farming practices for controlling diseases in vegetable