• Control Bean Seed Fly with Beneficial Nematodes

  January 1, 1970

  farm, recognizes the potential and efficacy of these beneficial nematodes in protecting his sweet corn crop. Bean seed fly control and organic farming [...] presents a significant challenge during the vulnerable seed emerging phase. In spring, adult bean seed flies lay eggs near host plants. Larvae hatch and [...] control, Remijn realized the crucial role Capirel ( Steinernema feltiae ) plays in managing bean seed fly infestations and minimizing crop damage. He is confident

• About bumblebees

  January 1, 1970

  a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower between 7-10 times, before it is fully pollinated Bumblebees [...] providing orders for the worker bumblebees. In late summer the queen will start producing new queens and males (drones) in order for the colony to reproduce. These [...] days. Honeybees are less active at low light levels Bumblebees work earlier in the morning and later into the evening hours Bumblebees pollinate flowers

• The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  August 18, 2021

  apply natural enemies in the crop. After application, employees can go back to work in the crop straight away: there is no re-entry time, as with chemicals [...] widespread method that has proved itself time and again. It has proved to be an effective way of tackling pests and diseases in an environmentally friendly way [...] argument. IPM contributes to a better image of foodstuffs and ornamental plants, in turn benefiting the overall image of the retail sector. "The How and Why of

• Aphidius matricariae

  January 1, 1970

  optimizing their predatory impact in areas with high aphid concentrations. In this way, Aphidius matricariae plays a crucial role in controlling aphid infestations [...] is widely recognized for its role in biological pest control of aphids . This small wasp is a valuable natural enemy in both agricultural and horticultural [...] wasp Aphidius matricariae is available in a bottle ( Aphipar-M ). Spread the material on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry

• New edition Insect Pest Management

  November 4, 2020

  New edition Insect Pest Management Originally written in 1991 and updated in 2000, the third edition of this valuable reference book will soon be released [...] moving forward, especially in the last five years, with a host of new biological solutions and other advances, so it was high time to bring this popular reference [...] of Koppert UK fortuitously met at Koppert's 50 th anniversary celebrations in the Netherlands three years ago and have since updated and edited the third

• Aphelinus abdominalis

  January 1, 1970

  parasitization in roughly equal measure. Life cycle and appearance of Aphelinus abdominalis An adult Aphelinus abdominalis is 2.5 to 3 mm in length, with [...] all items How to use Aphelinus abdominalis The parasitic wasp is available in a bottle ( Aphilin ). Release mummies near infested plants, because Aphelinus [...] Aphelinus abdominalis is not very mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes ( Dibox ) Make sure the material remains dry and at its

• Webinar Fit Roots for Plant Health

  March 2, 2020

  Koppert Biological Systems in various positions, amongst others in Marketing & Sales and R&D. Currently he works as part time Executive Manager for the [...] vast experience in automatic control of both climate and irrigation in greenhouses. Over more than thirty years he has been involved in the development [...] Plant Health Time: 9am or 3pm (CET) Cost: Free What will you learn during this webinar: Awareness of the importance of micro-organisms in the root zone

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  January 1, 1970

  shade for the hive by positioning it in the shadow of the crop or providing additional cover. Read more about bumblebees in heat here. Hive maintenance Keep [...] protection Safeguard the hive against strong winds by placing it in a sheltered spot or securing it in place with weights or other stabilizing measures. Chemical [...] Koppert bumblebees ensure natural pollination in both indoor and outdoor crops. We will delve into the key principles of outdoor crop pollination and explore

• Koppert Launches NatuGro System for California Strawberry Growers

  August 5, 2021

  We’ve been able to deliver on this promise time and time again in research trials and large-scale grower trials. In fact, most strawberry growers were able [...] production, recently announced the introduction of its new NatuGro System in the California strawberry market. NatuGro features a proprietary combination [...] pathogens no room to establish Bio-stimulants that activate beneficial organisms in the soil and give strawberry plants the nutrients they need for optimum vigor

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  January 1, 1970

  is available in bottle ( Aphidend ). Open the bottle in the greenhouse Place the bottle directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the [...] for its effectiveness in biological pest control , specifically targeting aphids . This beneficial insect is widely employed in integrated pest management [...] management (IPM) programs to suppress aphid populations in various agricultural and horticultural settings. The predatory gall midge Aphidoletes aphidimyza is