• Prevent internal spider mite contamination

  December 13, 2022

  crop, and so on. Not to worry – there are several ways to minimize the internal contamination risks. Spider mite occurs in hotspots, and it’s important to [...] its hiding places as promptly as possible. If you take the right measures in these hotspots, you can prevent the infestation from spreading to the rest [...] to another. Arrange special protective clothing for visitors. Spider mites are so small that they can very easily be transferred on tools, machinery, and

• Capirel

  systems: Pressure-compensated irrigation systems are recommended. If not available, spray or drench applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatr [...] and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): do not use them in direct sunlight The moisture content of the soil [...] Koppert representative/distributor for more information Spray in the evening (or morning in some cases) allowing nematodes to work for several hours within

• Diamond back moth

  diamond back moth (Plutella xylostella) are initially yellow or pale green and later darken. They are deposited singly or in small groups of two or ten eggs on [...] upper and lower surface of leaves, preferentially in depressions, and rarely on stems or petioles. There are four larval instars. The body tapers at both ends [...] instar, which mines in the leaf tissue, the larvae are voracious surface feeders. The pupae of the diamond back moth (Plutella xylostella) are covered with a

• The How and Why of IPM

  August 18, 2021

  even before there is any problem at all. Only in emergencies should you resort to chemicals – and then only those means that are relatively friendly to the [...] ps between crops, their attackers, and the natural enemies are of crucial importance. There's actually a kind of triangular relationship, and each of the [...] problems do occur in spite of this, you can solve them using natural enemies. It's often even better to have the natural enemies on stand-by in the crop, even

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  August 18, 2021

  what works best in their crop and under their conditions. Experience shows that perseverance leads to results, even in difficult cases. In other words: slow [...] system for sustainable cultivation, in which you minimize use of chemicals; that is integrated pest management (IPM) in a nutshell. You can fully adapt this [...] chemicals? Are you looking for a solution to a particular problem? Or do you want to better meet the requirements of your customers? Call in help: a consultant

• Crucial Information on Pollination at High Temperatures

  August 11, 2020

  White Paper on Plant-pollinator interactions in high temperatures – written in collaboration with experts in the field of pollination - now clearly points [...] The single biggest problem is that if there is not enough strength in the plant, the setting may be poor. Growing in warm climates opens up a whole set of [...] this subject in collaboration with horticultural consultant Godfrey Dol is now available. Click Here to Download Plant-pollinator interactions In cold climates

• Natutec Airobreez: Next-Gen Blower Gun For BCA Products

  June 1, 2025

  more coverage in the same amount of time. An extra large opening makes product transfer easy. Extended Use All aspects of the Airobreez are designed for [...] detail regarding what he likes about the product, and there is a comprehensive video of the Airobreez in action. Natutec Full Product Line View Natutec’s full [...] of product is dispensed at a constant pace, without any of it being lost. In essence, the Airobreez is a sleek next-generation BCA blower gun. It looks

• Reasons to Scout with Koppert iPM

  August 18, 2021

  Management (iPM) Maps and templates are customizable for any scouting technique and crop. Koppert iPM is an all-in-one tool designed to connect scouting [...] pest and disease registration in user-friendly app. Reduced costs for persticides because of highly accurate insight in pesticide efficacy and greater [...] Koppert iPM contributes to optimized timing of biological applications there by increasing the efficacy of control agents. iPM App

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  plants. In the end, everything more or less turned out fine – the plants in 12 cm pots were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer, and the plants in 14 cm pots [...] spring and in the autumn. Wim van der Meer explains, ‘Koppert is involved in a trial in which we are investigating whether Chrysopa eggs are effective at [...] therefore occur in the greenhouse that only become noticeable once the plants are in the hall. Fantastic results with Swirski-LD The main pests are the Western

• Trianum can hold its ground

  February 2, 2023

  the Trichoderma fungi in Trianum are quite persistent. Especially once the fungal mycelium has 'conquered' the roots of a crop, there is little that moves [...] The Trichoderma harzianum T-22 fungus in Trianum is incredibly hardy. It can be used in combination with many other products, and even the use of most [...] agents, or does it inhibit one or the other? Persistent Trianum can be used in combination with most fungicides, insecticides, acaricides, biostimulants