• Acadian_Organic_label_set_2_5USG_0524.pdf

  presence of other materials or the manner of use or application, all of which are beyond the control of the manufacturer. In no case shall the manufacturer [...] because of such factors as weather conditions, presence of other materials or the manner of use or application, all of which are beyond the control of the [...] periods of stress. To achieve the desired results, the levels of major and minor nutrients must be adequate to support the increase in production. The following

• Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

  maximize our use of biological plant protection, with a strong emphasis on prevention. The more pests we can keep out of the young plants, the better.’ Perfect [...] also uses the predatory soil mite Stratiolaelaps scimitus . Investigating the effect of spraying Every week, Floricultura examines the action of the nematodes [...] spray the nematodes over the young plants in a fine mist. This is followed by a second fine mist to rinse off nematodes that are on the leaves. A while

• World Soil Day – Soils, where food begins

  December 5, 2022

  Every year, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance [...] In this we are a partner of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Did you know that? 95% of our food comes from soils. 18 naturally occurring chemical [...] Begins’. Throughout the world, soil nutrient loss is a major degradation process threatening nutrition. It is recognized as being among the most critical problems

• Frequently Asked Questions about Bumblebees

  August 5, 2021

  Before hibernation, a new queen will leave the nest and mate, with a drone. As temperatures rise and the spring season emerges, the new queen bumblebee [...] What is the life cycle of the bumblebee and will they return next season? A queen bumblebee hibernates alone and underground throughout the winter season [...] as well as maintaining the nest. As the nest continues to develop the Queen will not leave the nest, she will remain inside the nest, continuing to lay

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  Thrips have long been a major threat to crops, but worryingly, the number of species of thrips around the globe is on the increase, and they are spreading [...] immediately available for all species of thrips in all types of crop." Developments in the Netherlands are replicated elsewhere. The situation varies between [...] in the Netherlands increased considerably. There was heavy infestation in the key crops of onions (the second most important vegetable crop in the world

• Koppert’s microbial solutions for sustainable food production

  October 15, 2020

  130 million people at risk of suffering hunger by the end of 2020.” The report says there are now calls for a “profound change of global food and agricultural [...] Under the cloud of a global pandemic and changing climate, crop resilience has become a vital factor in our struggle to produce food with shrinking resources [...] Within days of the outbreak of COVID-19, buying patterns started changing with more people than ever buying their food and other products online, with many direct

• Plant Disease Management

  cycles and reduces the buildup of pathogens in the soil. Disease-resistant varieties Another vital aspect of prevention is the use of disease-resistant [...] biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing beneficial organisms [...] on the use of living organisms to suppress or control plant pathogens, which are microorganisms that cause diseases in plants. The primary goal of biological

• House fly

  Houseflies are a well-known pest of farm and home. Believed to have originated in central Asia, the insect expanded its range worldwide long ago as a commensal [...] organism to human populations; the housefly is always found in association with human activity. As the most common species of fly found on livestock farms [...] parasites (such as Giardia ), and the eggs of many parasitic worm species. Life cycle and appearance of House fly The adult house fly ( Musca domestica

• Visit Koppert's Tropical Experts at TPIE 2025, Booth #836

  January 6, 2025

  experts can give you all the details. Current and future Koppert customers can arrange an on-site visit at our TPIE booth with any of our friendly technical [...] provided to Koppert customers free of charge. They’re the best way to get to know each client and the staff who implement the tropical bioprogram. Visits are [...] that remain. Located in the heartland of tropical producers for North America, TPIE is the principal trade event showcasing the latest trends in foliage

• Once Again Koppert and CABI Collaborate

  October 8, 2018

  promoting the benefits of Plantwise plant doctors and the use of biological controls as part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Supporting the establishment [...] and Knowledge Sharing is Just One Pillar of Koppert's Mission for a Sustainable Future. Following the success of an earlier collaboration in Kenya in March [...] local farmers. Other key areas of intended collaboration between CABI and Koppert as part of the MoU are: The creation of new biological control products