• Bacterial wilt, brown rot

  s roots on the stem. The vascular stem tissue is coloured brown and when the stem is cut, bacterial slime oozes from the wound. This is the way to distinguish [...] signs of wilting during the day which may disappear in the early stages of infection. Under conditions favourable for the bacteria, the whole plant will wilt [...] cutting knives and tools Control root rot nematodes as the wounds they make on roots help the bacteria to infect the crop Do not use cut potatoes for propagation

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  function of the device is to achieve the most effective pest control by technically optimizing the success of our biocontrol products. It also results in significant [...] tubes to the crop. The essential part of Natutec Drive is a ‘box’ with tubes that effectively distributes our predatory mites and other insects in the correct [...] Drone , are steadily helping an increasing number of growers to professionalize the biological control of their crops, Natutec Drive will improve the dispersal

• Big impact starts small

  May 1, 2023

  to worry about the harvest interval. These are all important reasons why our micro products are a valuable and effective addition to the IPM strategy of [...] quality Our micro products are small, really small. And although they are not visible to the naked eye, they have a big impact. The living organisms in our [...] Beneficial nematodes; the natural move towards biological crop protection Premium quality around the world Designed with growers in mind Inspired by Nature:

• Trianum-G

  of pathogens Trianum-G grows around the mycelia of the pathogens. The cell walls of the pathogens break down and the pathogens die. Pack size 20 kg bag [...] chance to establish on the roots. Competition for nutrients Trianum-G takes away the source of nutrients that the pathogens need. The pathogens therefore [...] Trianum-G granules to the planting hole and incorporate into the planting soil or soil mix. Dosage The dosage of Trianum-G depends on the crop and should always

• Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops

  February 3, 2023

  Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite Spider mite is a global problem, but there is a solution – its natural enemy, the predatory [...] over the leaves of crops that grow hairs or glandular hairs – the tomato plant for example. In this crop, predatory bugs and gall midges are the natural [...] It has since been proven that Spidex is an effective solution in various crops, both in the greenhouse and the field. Ph ytoseiulus persimilis is a strong

• Plant Health

  Embracing biological pest control Over the years, biological pest control has proven effective in managing pests without the drawbacks of chemical pesticides [...] resilience against environmental stresses. Fostering plant resilience: the role of plant compounds Defense mechanisms through complete compounds The degree [...] they transfer sugars to the root system, stimulating the soil food web. This interaction releases essential minerals, enabling the formation of complete

• Predatory Mites Whitepaper

  healthy, good growing plant canopy the humidity close to the leaf surface, where the mites live, is higher than in the surrounding air. High humidity, e [...] limonicus has the highest numerical response to whiteflies and is the best option when the pest pressure is high. • In laboratory trials the oviposition [...] predation/development, insufficient effect; ++ some development/effect but limited; +++ sufficient control effect/development; ++++ very good control/

• Finish Clean with an IPM Based Program

  August 1, 2018

  out of the soil. The soil blankets the roots which are used as a highway for nutrients to the plant to help promote strength and growth of the plant. To [...] its way to the foliage, and helps to monitor for invasive pests throughout the growing cycle. There are many definitions that explain what Integrated Pest [...] Horiver Rollertrap The Season to Pick Out the Perfect Poinsettia is Approaching At Koppert we believe that a perfect Poinsettia starts when the plant is barely

• Podcast with Tech On Demand: A Biological Approach to Spring IPM, featuring Koppert’s Heidi Doering

  March 7, 2025

  listen. Be sure to stay tuned until the very end! Heidi has worked with Koppert for the past decade and is one of the most well-informed plant experts regarding [...] Bill Calkins is widely known as the editor of Tech On Demand, the email newsletter discussing technical topics in the horticultural industry. In his companion [...] Ornamental Crop Lead and Technical IPM Consultant for the Midwest Region. She fills Bill in on what she’s seeing and hearing as spring production ramps up

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