• Biological seed treatment

  exposure of growers to chemicals and lessens their impact on the environment. The potential exposure of the soil to agrochemicals is also limited in this [...] stress, and improve the uptake of plant nutrients. What is biological seed treatment? Biological seed treatment consists of active ingredients that can include [...] stress, the development of the root system, and the productivity of the crop. Positive attributes of microbials depending on the organism. An overview:

• Crop Protection

  protection is the practice of protecting plants against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth and reliable harvests. It is essential [...] biodiversity contribute to a more resilient plant, maximizing your yield. Prepared for the future By adopting biocontrol in advance of chemical bans, growers [...] healthier food products. What is biological crop protection? Biological crop protection, often referred to as biocontrol, is a natural and sustainable approach

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  Thrips Thrips have long been a major threat to crops, but worryingly, the number of species of thrips around the globe is on the increase, and they are [...] More worryingly though is the fact that there isn’t yet a biological solution to control every species in every crop. Koppert is, therefore, investing in [...] species of thrips to spread, and that demands a strong chain approach, the most important aspects of which are good scouting and prevention." "Control of thrips

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  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 [...] The unique mode of action means there is no chance of pathogens developing resistance to Trianum . It has been used in many countries for many years, and [...] Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis A healthy plant starts with a healthy root system Trianum is a biological fungicide product that protects crops

• Finish Clean with an IPM Based Program

  August 1, 2018

  the Perfect Poinsettia is Approaching At Koppert we believe that a perfect Poinsettia starts when the plant is barely sticking out of the soil. The soil blankets [...] the roots which are used as a highway for nutrients to the plant to help promote strength and growth of the plant. To make a prize winning Poinsettia, Koppert [...] monitor for invasive pests throughout the growing cycle. There are many definitions that explain what Integrated Pest Management is. Most important is its

• Streptorid FP

  Streptorid FP is registered for sale in the following U.S. states and territories: KY, IL, IN, MI, OH Mode of action Srepptorid™ FP contains a naturally ocurring [...] ocurring strain of Streptomyces sp. that inhibits the reprodutive life cycle of plant parasitic nematodes by producing geosmin, a natural nematode repellent [...] size 5 x 0.9 lbs Formulation FP Concentration 1.0 x 10 6 colony forming units per gram Downloads Streptorid FP SDS Streptorid FP label Application On-farm

• Bacterial wilt, brown rot

  solanacearum is a plant pathogenic bacterium. It is a soil-borne disease and colonises the xylem, causing bacterial wilt and brown rot in a very wide range [...] appearance of Bacterial wilt, brown rot Ralstonia solanacearum is a quarantine organism in Europe and considered a bioterrorist organism in the United States [...] States. It is a commonly found soil-inhabitant in tropical and subtropical regions and is transferred by the introduction of propagation materials (seed potatoes

• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  damage. This is caused by the mechanism described above. So we see a direct effect of frost on the damage of buds and flowers. Besides that we see a second, [...] this year to create a healthy, energy rich plant. Koppert is using a variety a products to support this. Central in the schedule is the product Trianum [...] n plays a crucial role in how quickly a bud or flower freezes. There are multiple possible mechanisms that reduce the freezing temperature of the fluid

• Blueberry

  sustainability of blueberry cultivation. By incorporating bumblebees into an IPM strategy, growers reduce the use of chemical pesticides and promote a more sustainable [...] (IPM) plays a vital role in blueberry crop protection , addressing the numerous pests and diseases that can impact the health and productivity of these plants [...] plants. IPM focuses on using a combination of methods to manage pest populations, which includes pest monitoring, cultural practices, biological control

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  in a timely manner... we have seen the impact reflected in a safe environment for the worker and a better quality of fruit for export, since it is produced [...] the number of productive weeks and, therefore, in the profitability of the business. The implementation of a biological control program is one of the key [...] conditions." Importance of bell pepper cultivation in Mexico The profitability of a crop is based on the quantity and quality of its fruits and the time