• Natupol - Consistent Quality and Continuous Innovation

  June 10, 2020

  instead of expending energy on cooling the hives, to name but a few. Together, this constant innovation has resulted in a new generation of ‘smarter’ [...] n. "The integration of our production units with dedicated local logistics partners allows us to respond to the expectations of a constantly changing market [...] bees and butterflies face extinction according to a recent United Nations report. "There is a world of difference between the hives we produced in 1989

• Great Results in Combating Grubs in Blueberries

  March 19, 2019

  you have to carefully observe the moment of flight of adult beetles.’ In the first year of application, efficacy of nematodes grew to a level of 70%, and [...] irrigation system at a dosage of 2x500 millions per hectare. ‘Most often, the right moment of application occurs from the middle to the end of July, but every [...] and after the second year of use even up to 95%. Such a large reduction of pests has greatly contributed to the condition of the plants. ‘Shrubs which were

• Environmental sustainability

  mitigation At the core of our sustainability initiative lies a commitment to environmental stewardship. Recognizing the interconnectedness of ecosystems, we [...] mitigate the use of harmful chemicals and reduce pollution, thereby preserving the integrity of our ecosystems. Our efforts extend to climate change mitigation [...] emission reduction strategies, we contribute to global efforts to combat climate change and safeguard the health of our planet for future generations. Biodiversity

• Lesser house fly

  g decaying matter. They can tolerate a wide range of moisture levels and are adapted to stay near the surface of near-liquid waste. Depending on temperatures [...] comprises almost 300 different species of fly, including the lesser house fly , the latrine fly and a whole host of other manure-breeding flies . Fannia [...] worldwide, from the arctic to the temperate neotropics, and they typically reproduce in feces, compost and carrion. These flies are often a serious concern

• Integrated Pest Management

  often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and [...] Beneficial insects and biological control One of the key aspects of IPM is harnessing the power of natural enemies to control pest populations. Predatory mites [...] the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of pests and diseases. This practice

• Accelerating Change in Food Production

  June 20, 2018

  conference encouraged the partners of EIT Food, a pan-EU consortium that focuses on the food sector, to work together to introduce and speed up the urgent [...] encouraged the exchange of ideas and collaboration. ‘We can learn from each other and achieve a lot if we work together.’ Speaking on behalf of EIT Health, the [...] and discussions that ranged from space food research funded by NASA, to ultra-nutritious vegetables produced indoors; from biological control agents such

• Sciarid flies

  ground surface close to plant roots. The larvae can grow to 5 to 12 mm in length and 0.5 to 1.5 mm in diameter. They are legless and have a conspicuous black [...] General Sciarid flies constitute the family of Sciaridae. The species that cause most damage to crops belong to the genera Bradysia and Lycoriella . Lycoriella [...] plant material. The adults prefer humid habitats and are attracted to a broad range of pathogenic and non-pathogenic micro-organisms for oviposition. Indirect

• Mealybug control: Which beneficial should I use in my vineyard?

  April 22, 2024

  crafted to your requirements, feel free to contact our team of Koppert experts . We're dedicated to assisting you through every phase of your pursuit of sustainable [...] Avoid applying in the hottest part of the summer Where to apply: Attach bottles directly to vines or wires, out of direct sunlight Preventatively: along [...] When to apply: At the first detection of the pest (bleeding bark) If treating a chronic mealybug hotspot, start applications after the last chance of frost

• Koppert Biological Systems present at GreenTech 2018

  May 15, 2018

  place to be if you are a professional in the horticulture industry. It will provide you with concrete answers to essential questions when it comes to technology [...] GreenTech 2018 As one of the founding fathers and sponsors of GreenTech Amsterdam 2018, Koppert Biological Systems participates the 3rd edition of this international [...] grower. Several presentations on how to optimize sustainable crop production and other items will bring you up to date on the latest developments in the

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  control or biocontrol is defined as "the use of a population of one organism to reduce the population of another organisms" (van Lenteren et al. 2017) [...] helped to increase the understanding of many physiological mechanisms that biostimulants can trigger and how this contributed to various forms of (induced) [...] greenhouse vegetable growers began to realize this was not the way to continue and introduced the use of natural enemies to control pests. Since greenhouse