• Integrated Pest Management

  decisions about control strategies. Control When necessary, control measures are employed, using the least harmful methods first. Evaluation Post-implementation [...] pest populations. Predatory mites , parasitic wasps and beneficial nematodes are examples of beneficial organisms used for biological pest control . The beneficial [...] zone and the air above. Least toxic chemicals When the non-chemical tools are not fully capable to keep pest or disease levels below the economic threshold

• Pollination

  bumblebees or flies to transfer the pollen. Bumblebee pollination Bumblebees are an indispensable ally for growers worldwide, offering reliable and efficient [...] unfavorable weather conditions and protected environments. The Koppert hives are user-friendly, safe and necessitating minimal maintenance. By implementing [...] pollinators, finding their role in a diverse array of seed crops. Lucilia flies are highly versatile, ideal for applications within enclosed tents or isolated

• Quad

  Quad pollination hives (containing four large bumblebee colonies) are developed for open-field crops, blossoming in spring. Crops Stone fruits, pome fruits [...] remaining live bumblebees, which takes approximately 2 weeks. When all bumblebees are dead dispose the hives according to local legislation.

• Combating food loss and waste: Taking action to transform food systems

  September 28, 2023

  insects incurring losses exceeding $70 billion. At Koppert, we are aware of these losses and are increasingly playing a pivotal role in promoting sustainable [...] quality of harvested produce. Enhancing pollination : Pollinators like bees are indispensable for producing numerous crops. Our natural pollination solutions

• Capsanem

  systems: Pressure-compensated irrigation systems are recommended. If not available, spray or drench applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatr [...] within a few hours to days after infection. Visual effect Infected pests are generally difficult to find. Infected foliar pests simply fall to the ground [...] air temperature below 5°C/41°F and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): do not use them in direct sunlight

• Horiver Disc

  fungus gnats. Pests Root aphids , fungus gnats . Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Pr

• Ten facts about Spical

  August 1, 2022

  when the spider mites turn up, they’re ready for action. The mites in Spical are more resistant to chemical pesticides than the mites in Spidex . Using Spical

• Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

  solution moving to ensure that the composition is homogeneous and the nematodes are distributed adequately and evenly over the crop.’ Important to avoid slower [...] that Floricultura wants to avoid at all costs, he says. ‘If fungus gnats are given the chance to develop, they start eating the young roots. This can [...] mist. This is followed by a second fine mist to rinse off nematodes that are on the leaves. A while later, I collect a few drops of drainage water from

• Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

  pursuit to help growers biologically control pests in their outdoor crops, we are excited to introduce the newest member to our family: Rhyzobug ( Rhyzobius [...] It’s recommended to start introduction as soon as the first armoured scales are detected. You apply it in the evening and tap the beetles directly onto the

• Natutec Drone

  transports vulnerable beneficial organisms to disperse them accurately where they are needed. The complete system (drone and dispersal system) weighs 15 kg/33 lbs [...] ecosystem and do its work in the crop Trained pilots - Koppert’s drone pilots are specifically trained to work with the vulnerable beneficials and the unique [...] Account Manager, in the US, Chrissie Davis. “Plus, growers using Natutec Drone are able to cut labor costs and time associated with manual biocontrol dispersal