• Horiver Rollertrap

  staples or clips. It may be necessary to secure the Rollertrap mid run to provide additional support. It is recommended to replace the Rollertrap after 10 months [...] cm above the crop, except for the 30 cm width which needs to be placed 40 cm above the crop To assist with placement, insert a rod or other expedient through [...] , leaf miner and fungus gnats in hot spots or places where high pressure can be expected, such as along gables, ventilation windows and (other) draughty

• Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM!

  November 30, 2023

  excited to grow the family and add on a new size – 125,000! While we could have just made a bigger container and pumped up the numbers, we went back to the [...] linear decrease, we've concentrated our predator to carrier material volume vs. the 50k by 2.5x, and you'll see a decent chunk less in freight charges there [...] "Strats" to thrive in potting media for weeks and even months after a single introduction. They have a wide range of food sources, even mold, and can be set

• Chrysoperla carnea

  is filled with fine, loose webbing. Cocoons can be found attached to the upper or lower surface of leaves, to various other sheltered places, and even on [...] soft-bodied insects that are harmful to plants. In agriculture, Chrysoperla carnea i s employed as a biological control agent to manage pest populations. The larvae [...] depends on prey species and temperature. When prey is scarce, the larvae can resort to cannibalism, with the older larvae eating the younger. Eggs are often

• No Risks for Employees or for the Environment

  October 22, 2019

  Martínez Martínez. ‘This is very important to us, as we don't want to expose our employees to any risks and don't want to pollute the environment. Financial savings [...] environment. We firmly believe that is something that you need to make an effort to achieve. And, to us, that is a matter of prestige.’ Assistance is Essential [...] receive from Koppert is essential to us. Although we are able to combat most pests effectively, it is comforting to know that Koppert’s knowledge and many

• Podcast with Tech OnDemand: Bill Calkins interviews Jeremy Webber, National Ornamental Team Manager

  December 18, 2024

  sustainable agriculture. Be sure to listen to Part II to hear about a few more tactical topics, like gateway pests to start approaching with biocontrol [...] building an effective bioprogram, contact Jeremy at jwebber@koppert.com You can listen to the podcasts from three sources: PODBEAN Part I : https://techondemand [...] If you’re looking for an interesting listen there’s a two-part episode of Tech On Demand from GrowerTalks Magazine featuring a special guest, Jeremy Webber

• Heidi Doering Cited As Integrated Plant Health Expert

  May 18, 2026

  from IPM to Integrated Plant Health . Based in the Netherlands, HortiDaily provides up-to-date information on technology, cultivation, and markets to growers [...] re at Penn State. Heidi is available to discuss pest problems with growers and offer possible solutions. You can contact her at: hdoering@koppert.com [...] chemical crop protection to biological or hybrid systems, and the defining change in mindset from reactive intervention to proactive, or preventive, pest

• Trianum-G

  applicator or equivalent, mounted to deliver granules into the furrow just behind the furrow opener. Apply in furrow at seeding or to established crops as a side [...] Trianum-G depends on the crop and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Check the label to find the recommended dosage for each crop and situation [...] 50°F and is not effective while temperatures remain cold. Trianum-G can be applied to sterilized or fumigated soil but must be applied after sterilization

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  larvae, while older larvae appear to prey on all stages of mealybugs equally. Adult ladybirds are good fliers and can disperse over a large area in search [...] i prefers mealybugs, this species is known to be a polyphagous predator. Sometimes other insects related to mealybugs are eaten, such as soft scales or [...] Sometimes the larvae resort to cannibalism under these conditions. At a temperature of 21°C, during the whole period of its development to adult beetle, a larva

• Bumblebee pollination

  tunnels or netted orchards compared to honeybees. Bumblebees tend to visit all crops close to the hive, which can be a benefit when less attractive crops [...] hives into agricultural practices, growers can significantly increase pollination success rates, leading to better fruit set, increased fruit size, and [...] compared to rival products because Koppert’s bumblebee colonies grow faster and last longer. The hive design developed over the years helps bumblebees to save

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  April 25, 2018

  “buzz-pollination” will allow a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower between 7-10 times, before [...] honeybees, and are less likely to leave your crop for more attractive flowers. Unlike honeybees, bumblebees are attracted to flowers with narrow corolla tubes [...] Bumblebees are safer for you and your employees. Bumblebees are non-swarming and much less aggressive than honeybees. Bumblebees can be used in conjunction