• Steinernema feltiae

  then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and [...] applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local Koppert representative for specific advice Spray the [...] content of the soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application For foliar

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  development of the hives. 10:00 1! Bumblebees need max. 2 hours to return to their hive 15:00 Do not keep a hive closed for longer than one day unless [...] Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00 06:00 Flowers stay open for +/- 10 hours 05:00 04:00 [...] Daylight From week 47 until week 52 introduce one colony per hectare per week above the crop near the end of the plant rows. Artificial light Flight activity

• Natutec biocontrol application devices

  right system for you Choosing the right system depends on the specific needs of your operations, particularly the surface area and layout of your growing [...] that best suits your operations and maximize efficiency and effectiveness of your biological crop protection applications. Consult your local Koppert r [...] ! The Natutec product portfolio offers a broad range of application devices for the dispersal of beneficial organisms over crops. Each Natutec solution

• Protected vegetables

  use the scanner for Horiver sticky cards for automatic detection of pests. The dashboard provides you with a complete overview of your scouting data which [...] pesticides when necessary. Emphasizing Sustainability One of the fundamental principles of IPM is its commitment to sustainability. By reducing the reliance on [...] dependency: IPM reduces the need for chemical pesticides, minimizing the risk of harmful residues on vegetables. This is crucial for meeting stringent food safety

• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  actively search for food on the underside of leaves. Due to their size and colour they are difficult to spot in the crop. Best conditions for use of Neoseiulus [...] a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Neoseiulus cucumeris in sachets The [...] a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about Thripex-Plus

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  have to be patient and lose your fear. You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the performance of beneficial insects. It also [...] production. All farmers must take a step forward to stay in the market. Fabián Alejandre, avocado orchard coordinator at Don Sánchez Fresh, says: "One of the reasons [...] Sánchez Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops

• Frequently Asked Questions about Bumblebees

  November 15, 2018

  conditions with poor light (for example, high tunnels/hoop houses, shade cloth and hail netting) and they fly around your crop in a more criss cross fashion [...] the new queen bumblebee awakens. She will start forging for pollen and nectar, as well as search for a suitable nest site. Once a nest is chosen, she will [...] first worker bumblebees (all females) start emerging and carry out work both inside and outside the nest. Worker bees forage for both pollen and nectar to

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  then feed and reproduce within the cadaver of the dead host, resulting in the emergence of a new generation of nematodes that can continue to seek out and [...] applications are recommended. For injection through Dosatron/Venturi systems, please contact your local representative for specific advice Spray the solution [...] content of the soil must be kept high for several days after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application For foliar

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  against the attackers. All this costs a lot of energy, which comes at the expense of the yield. Compare it to a developing flu virus in your own body: it takes [...] Puzzle Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly! How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’? Keep a Close Eye on Thrips All species of thrips employ the same strategy: [...] by crop. And that's not all: thrips can also cause a loss of vigor and production. So put, the consequences can quickly get out of hand. Thrips are not picky

• Why We Do, What We Do

  May 4, 2018

  this worldwide health issue. It is certainly our goal, but most importantly, it is our source of motivation. Our mission statement holds true to what we firmly [...] challenge to be able to provide all these people with healthy and safe food in the future. Natural resources are limited. The use of chemical crop protection [...] In our view, the present production systems are coming to an end. This is why we have to go back to the basic principles and exercise respect for the