• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  earlier, the population develops more rapidly.’ A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex Vital is a major advantage for Sjaak van Dijk [...] problems in cucumbers. The ability of Spidex Vital to tackle spider mites and hot-spots effectively brings a sense of calm to the farm.’ He states that [...] game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps the benefits.’

• Unprecedented Journey for Future Leaders

  July 24, 2018

  future of horticulture and the role of their own company during this course. Based on the visits, meetings, inspirational sessions and feedback of peers [...] by the end of August, 12-15 managers are selected to be part of this first edition. Participation to the Pro Manager Master Course is free of charge, p [...] around the globe, with a minimum of 5 years working experience in a leading position within a future proof producer of ornamentals . The working language

• Koppert Actively Participates in the Legal Cannabis Market

  December 20, 2019

  well," he explains. A number of markets From planting a cutting of the parent plant to harvesting the product, the cultivation of cannabis is a process that [...] products and knowledge." Large numbers of natural enemies In practice, cannabis cultivators use large numbers of natural enemies as a preventative measure [...] the potential of Trianum and the NatuGro product range for use in the cultivation of cannabis. Furthermore, we have to do an amazing job of organizing our

• Adapting Quickly Guarantees ‘Tomato Success’

  April 30, 2019

  growth of your crop. This also always causes the loss of some biological beneficials, even if you spray with a fully integratable product. The end of the [...] start to the season is half the battle. The end of the crop rotation circle has become increasingly important, as this is the only opportunity for you as a [...] pests, without having to fear collapse of the biological system. This is why the new season actually starts at the end of the current cultivation cycle. During

• Casea

  fly Target pests of beneficial nematodes in potato & outdoor vegetables Target pests of beneficial nematodes in soft fruits Target pests of beneficial nematodes [...] a rate of 1 to 3 million nematodes per liter of spray solution (average 1.5 billion /ha or 0.6 billion/acre) and against soil pests at a rate of 500 million [...] temperature for 30 minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing at least 2 litres of water per sachet (water temperature: 15-20°C/59-68°F)

• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  mites . If you wait too long to release them, the number of predatory mites in the bottles of Spical will decrease sharply while spider mite numbers grow [...] Ten facts about spider mites Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite Natural enemies are extremely useful and effective, but they have [...] have one major drawback: they have a short lifespan. That’s why it’s important to release them into your crop as soon as possible after receipt so they

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  the importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the best performance of bumblebees [...] won't be any issues with the foraging activity of the bumblebees, leading to efficient pollination . Placement of hives in low temperatures During the colder [...] maintain their hive temperature between 28-33 °C. They have their own clever ways of regulating this temperature, either by ventilating during warmer temperatures

• Koppert introduces nematode solutions for agricultural pests

  November 21, 2022

  vegetables. Many years of experience have gone into selecting, producing, formulating and quality control of these nematodes. Each of the entomopathogenic [...] humans and the environment supporting a more sustainable way of growing. A long history of product development Koppert has produced beneficial nematodes [...] information The nematodes are doing their job IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach Beneficial nematodes that

• Fusarium spp.

  sulphureum (Dry rot of potato): Potato ( Solanum tuberosum) Fusarium solani : Members of the Fusarium solani species complex (FSSC) are capable of causing disease [...] infection decreases the baking quality of wheat and brewing qualities of barley. Furthermore, mycotoxins are produced, of which DON (deoxynivalenol) is the [...] appearance of Fusarium spp. Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops

• Cotton aphid

  therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the form of honeydew, making the crop and its fruit [...] production. Life cycle and appearance of Cotton aphid Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour [...] affecting cucumber. Damage symptoms The cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii ) is an important vector for viral diseases. This aphid species can transmit more than 50