• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience in the production and [...] enemies in the crop. "The future of biological control in tropical crops such as papaya will be greatly influenced by science and research. And by what companies [...] al practices that can be implemented in open field crops. This is confirmed by Chula Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas,

• NatuGro in strawberry

  were carried out in the United States from 2015-2018. Trial locations were located in the three major strawberry producing regions in California (Wats [...] covering the 3 strawberry regions in California. Koppert consultants ensure that strawberry growers are supported in handling their challenges on a daily [...] NatuGro system More than 50 years of experience Our solutions are applied successfully in more than 100 countries R&D centres on every continent The NatuGro

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  Bumblebees play a vital role in achieving optimal pollination results for tomato crops. If you are seeking to optimize your crop's pollination process [...] bumblebees can be a game-changer. Bumblebees are efficient and reliable pollinators, and when used strategically in combination with the right practices, they [...] specific temperature and humidity ranges. They are most active between 8 °C and 28 °C, with a gradual decrease in activity beyond 28 °C. It is important to

• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  Every spring blueberry growers are anxious looking at the weather forecast. Are the buds and flowers resilient enough to withstand the low and freezing [...] again we see differences in fields regarding frost damage. Besides temperature and wind also fertilization plays a crucial role in how quickly a bud or flower [...] flower freezes. There are multiple possible mechanisms that reduce the freezing temperature of the fluid in the cell. By taking the right measurements,

• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  biofungicides performed so well in these trials that we are now exploiting Trianum commercially in these two countries. We are now working on expanding the [...] move in the soil profile and are able to actively hunt for pests. Because nematodes are applied through conventional irrigation systems, they are easy [...] answer for many potato growers in Europe. Recent trials using Trianum in combination with Casea have shown positive results in controlling two soilborne diseases

• In Partnership with Nature

  January 2, 2019

  sensitive organisms in a box made of cardboard with a synthetic fiber lined with plastic inside. This new packaging has been created in partnership with Tryco [...] boxes worked just as well as the Styrofoam boxes. In some cases, they outperformed the Styrofoam packaging in maintaining the required temperature for tran [...] the mass accumulation of Styrofoam particles in the environment. Did you know that benzene, an ingredient in Styrofoam, is established as a human carcinogen

• Designed with growers in mind

  February 22, 2023

  more importantly, our new product branding is designed with growers in mind. We are dedicated to helping growers support, protect and strengthen their crops [...] The Koppert' K' is designed to aim forward: we are always looking ahead for new sustainable solutions. In addition, the symmetry symbolizes the equal importance [...] Introducing our new product branding After introducing our new corporate branding in January 2022, it's time for the next phase. Over the coming months, we will

• RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

  is responsible for plant protection at the company's six locations in Voorne-Putten. In total, this amounts to a 28-hectare area. Jan has used the Natutec [...] infestation is developing.’ A lot of time saved This trend in level of infestation pressure is now visible in easy-to-understand graphs. ‘It's about that line. [...] Is it going up? Down? Or is it staying the same? That's what I want to see,’ says Jan. ‘In addition, our scouts and I save an enormous amount of time

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  even more critical. Here are some key tips to ensure bumblebee colonies thrive in low temperatures: Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the [...] bumblebees and their performance. Right climate for bumblebee pollination in greenhouses In tunnels or greenhouses, the morning temperature needs to rise quickly [...] place the hives above the crop. Managing humidity in winter While dehumidifying tunnels/greenhouses in winter, it's essential to keep an eye on the bumblebees

• Koppert is Investing in Smarter Scouting

  May 29, 2019

  number of Dutch tomato growers are testing the innovation in practice. The app is currently in the pre-introduction phase: we are shifting the focus towards [...] possible to manually enter sticky trap and crop data in the app. The generated data will then be displayed in an online dashboard. This dashboard is based on [...] the level of infestation in their greenhouses. Additionally, the dashboard lists how pests and their natural enemies develop in relation to one another