• Operation Mealybug

  sale, and the reduced level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit production; In ornamental crops, the mere presence of mealybugs [...] deal with a mealybug infestation. Introducing the new heroes in the battle: the larvae and adults of the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri . With [...] supplies them in the larval stage, under the product name Cryptobug-L. Damage symptoms of mealybugs Although most species of mealybugs feed on the aerial parts

• Grape downy mildew

  and canes. In spring, oospore germination is triggered when temperatures reach 10°C in the presence of soil moisture, leading to the formation of macrosporangia [...] caused by Plasmopara viticola , is one of the most important diseases in wine and table grape production worldwide. The disease spreads rapidly under warm [...] pressure. While all green tissues of the grapevine are susceptible, characteristic ‘oil spots’ on the upper surface of young, actively growing leaves, followed

• How beneficial nematodes control onion fly

  seedlings, resulting in production losses early in the cultivation process. The larval stage is the most dangerous stage for the plants, as the larvae feed e [...] challenge is the Delia antiqua , female onion flies lay their eggs near the base of onion plants. Hatching from the eggs, the larvae crawl behind the leaf sheaths [...] challenged by onion fly ( Delia antiqua ). The larvae of the onion fly can cause significant damage to the roots and bulbs of onions and related plants, sometimes

• Grapevine powdery mildew

  symptoms of Grapevine powdery mildew Symptoms of grapevine powdery mildew vary according to the phenological growth stage and the severity of the infection [...] yellowish spots on the upper leaf surface Development of white to grey, powdery fungal growth Powdery coating may also appear on the underside of leaves Leaf [...] ity Lifecycle of Grapevine powdery mildew The lifecycle of grapevine powdery mildew (Erysiphe necator) is closely synchronized with the vine growth stages

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  s, departments The grower can use the greenhouse editor in the Natutec Scout app to program in the actual layout of his greenhouse. The software then provides [...] major advantage of the Koppert app is the ability of the consultant to check up on things remotely – for Lema Tomaten, that’s the job of Koppert employee [...] few thrips in your plant, there is little to be concerned about – and little sense in the software reporting these kinds of measurement. The threshold value

• Beneficial nematodes for bean seed fly control

  role in the biological control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic arable farm and is growing a wide variety of crops [...] Facing the bean seed fly challenge This year, Frank encountered a significant challenge due to the cold and wet conditions at the beginning of the crop cycle [...] After discovering the first larvae of the bean seed fly, Frank decided to use Capirel . Integrated pest management, including the use of beneficial nematodes

• Pepino mosaic virus

  observed. In Europe, the Chilean strain (CH2) is dominant and present in 90% of the infections. If more strains are found in case of infection, the infection [...] into the host genome. This process involves the synthesis of viral proteins and the assembly of new virus particles. Four different strains of the virus [...] mild isolate of the PepMV. This prevents subsequent infections with aggressive isolates of the same virus and, therefore, the symptoms of the disease do

• Biological seed treatment

  abiotic stress, the development of the root system, and the productivity of the crop. Positive attributes of microbials depending on the organism. An overview: [...] colonize the roots and protect the crop during the entire growing season. Seed treatment increases the availability of plant nutrients in the root system [...] applied to the seed in a powder form or as a liquid. An even layer covers the whole seed. In this way, the beneficial ingredients are available to the seed when

• iPM app

  intuitive user interface. The Dashboard gives the grower insight into pest issues in almost real-time once uploaded from the field. Koppert iPM scouting [...] efficacy and optimized timing of biological applications. These factors increase the efficacy of control agents, thereby reducing the need for pesticides and [...] information Check out the Koppert iPM DEMO Koppert iPM app Install the iPM app from the iTunes store, or Google Play store. Login with the credentials below

• Social responsibility

  promoting sustainable agriculture, we not only safeguard the environment but also enhance the health of the end users, and communities worldwide. We are contributing [...] safety while we play a vital role in safeguarding global food security for communities around the world. Embracing the Future Forward sustainability strategy [...] Global MarCom Manager of Koppert, shares his passion for driving change towards a future defined by sustainability, emphasizing the need for 100% sustainable