• The How and Why of IPM

  August 18, 2021

  same amount of attention: You strengthen and protect the crop. You tackle diseases and pests. You strengthen and protect the population of natural enemies [...] example with plant enhancers and useful soil fungi and bacteria. Afterwards, you should try to prevent infection with diseases and attack by pests as much as [...] exactly? And how do you apply this method successfully? We'll tell you what you need to know! The main idea behind IPM is that the greenhouse or field forms

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  tolerance to stress, and crop and product quality. Biological Control You can also use fungi and bacteria directly against diseases and pests. It may surprise [...] fungi and bacteria are actually useful. Plants, humans, and animals couldn't even exist without these microorganisms. And it's with good reason that the number [...] Trichoderma) and rhizobacteria, which help absorb minerals and defend against soil-borne diseases. The plant is also teeming with organisms, inside and out, the

• Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

  surfaces and full field distribution - high-tech cultivations with mono-rail or pipe-rail Airbug : hand-held blower - full field distribution - low and mid-tech [...] Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials Blowing systems Koppert's blowing systems are especially developed for effective and efficient distribution [...] continuous efficiency of an integrated system Safe for natural enemies; no damage and proven low mortality due to the unique design 3 full-automatic blowers to

• Natupol - Consistent Quality and Continuous Innovation

  June 10, 2020

  nature to make cultivation and the planet healthier, safer and more productive now and in the future." Quality breeding facilities and worldwide availability [...] aspects; the design and effectiveness of the hive itself, the selection, rearing and vitality of the bumblebees, continuous R&D and innovation, live cargo [...] cargo logistics, and worldwide availability," says Remco. "We operate in a dynamic market and need to respond rapidly to new horticultural and agricultural

• Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

  July 6, 2020

  predatory mite loves gorging on hatching eggs and larvae, and is active at temperatures from 59°F. Thripor-I : This product contains the predatory bug Orius [...] of preventative and curative treatments can keep spider mite fully under control. There are two star products to choose from: Spidex and Spical-Plus . Spidex [...] persimilis . This predatory mite takes no prisoners and isn’t a fussy eater. Whether eggs, larvae, nymphs, or adult mites, they’re all fair game for this voracious

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  Koppert employee Floris van der Helm. ‘If I need to, I can give advice remotely straight away,’ explains Floris, ‘or I can start thinking of strategy changes [...] importantly, we have better insight into the level of infestation and can see at a glance whether or not the natural enemies are keeping things under control. [...] with just two whitefly per square metre or a few thrips in your plant, there is little to be concerned about – and little sense in the software reporting

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  ‘Once I started applying the beneficial nematodes, I noticed that the damage from the pests had stopped and that the asparagus crop grew healthy and straight [...] reach a new market. ‘The chemical solutions I used before were no longer available, so I asked my distributor and he recommended one of Koppert’s biological [...] wireworms and caterpillars that ruined his crop. For growers, one of the main incentives to use beneficial nematodes is the diminishing role and performance

• Global awareness of food loss and waste reduction

  September 28, 2021

  beneficial mites and other insects, microbials and natural pollination and their positive impact on resilient growth.’ Improved technologies and innovation ‘Our [...] retail and at the consumption level. In the case of fruits and vegetables, more than 20% is lost. At Koppert, we are well aware of these losses and play [...] growers, and on top of that, promote total plant health and a holistic approach. NatuGro is a perfect example of this. We also improve efficiency and help

• Spidex: dos and don’ts in a nutshell

  November 28, 2021

  crop early on. Regular scouting is the most important aspect, and will help you to keep up and ensure that you use Spidex at just the right time. You should [...] receiving it, and don’t store it in the wrong conditions. Use only corrective products that are integrated – check with your consultant or in the side effects [...] spread both spider mite and predatory mite via your clothing. If spider mite gets on your clothing in an infestation hotspot and you then walk extensively

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 4, 2023

  withdraw 70% of the world's freshwater and cover 20% of croplands (FAO, 2023). The soil's health and water quality and availability are intricately connected [...] year's theme, 'Soil and Water,' echoes the profound interdependence of these two vital elements in sustaining life on Earth. Both soil and water stand as [...] resources for the benefit of future generations. Soil and water constitute the medium in which plants grow and derive essential nutrients. The role of soil extends