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How to protect bumblebees in cold

development. When your crop is healthy and the average 24-hour temperature is at least 15 ºC, you can ensure that there won't be any issues with the foraging

Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

harvest cycle for peppers varies according to region and production conditions. At La Hacienda Fresh, reaching up to 42 weeks has been possible thanks to the

Sustainable Development Goals

blueprint towards achieving a better and more sustainable future for all. At Koppert, we believe that sustainable development is essential for the future

Trade Show Dates for Koppert's Cannabis and Ornamental Crop Team

Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

spider mite control! It all started with Spidex ( Phytoseiulus persimilis ) at Koppert more than 50 years ago. From day one this predatory mite formed the

Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

cooling at night. Hot is more than just the environmental temperature: Impact of radiant heat and humidity A glasshouse air temperature of 30° C at a humidity [...] into a marketable fruit when it is pollinated at 30° C and 80% humidity, but only if the radiation is at an intensity of no more than 400 watts. The table [...] humidity are eliminated. At the same time, the grower must make sure the plants have enough strength but are not too Even at 28° C, pollination can be

Atheta

necessary can be held at 50°C for up to 7 days. Typically, one application at the beginning of the growing cycle, and a small re-application at each transplant [...] establish effectively. To increase likelihood of reproduction, release at least 50-100 beetles at each application site. Biological beneficials have a very short [...] needed. Life cycle The complete life cycle of Atheta takes about 21 days (at about 70°C). The sex ratio will typically be equal, 1:1 females to males.