• Turf and grass

  the perfect base for a wide variety of sporting grounds around the world. It is also prized as a ground cover for recreational purposes such as green urban

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  November 8, 2024

  Swirski-Mite actually is. ‘The predatory mite is extremely effective and resistant to high temperatures. It makes short work of thrips and whitefly and [...] kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirski-Mite is viewed by the market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations [...] ‘ Swirski-Mite is versatile and reliable, which often makes it an extremely robust basis within integrated plant protection. This is certainly true for

• Stable fly

  lesser extent). Although they are extremely common and exist worldwide, it is believed they first originated somewhere in Eurasia. Stable flies superficially [...] legs. The flies become an economic concern when the average number per leg is as low as two. When populations are very large (> 25 flies/leg), the insects [...] before their third-ever feeding (on average, a fly must feed four times before it can oviposit for the first time). After mating the females lay their small

• Anthurium

  anthurium is a flowering, perennial plant and has beautiful, long lasting flowers that come in a variety of colors. However, the ‘flower’ is actually an [...] spadix is going through a female phase first. A male phase follows after about a month. Standard varieties of anthuriums are recognized by its uniform [...] uniform colors and heart-shaped spathes. In many markets, red is the most popular color. Other types include the obake anthuriums which are larger than the standard

• Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

  management became necessary. ‘We think it is important to maintain the biodiversity in the centre, and public opinion is quite sensitive to spraying here. We [...] nematode product Entonem . A major advantage is that the bycatch of other caterpillars is much lower, which is a great benefit to biodiversity. In mid-April [...] the built-up area. For the optimal effect, we did it twice.’ Entonem an important link Van Rijswijk is confident that the use of nematodes helps to reduce

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  Mexico, this family business started using biological control in its raspberry production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been [...] increasingly strict. Oscar Alvarez, orchard manager of Don Sanchez Fresh, it is important to be patient and develop knowledge about the behavior of beneficial [...] says: "One of the reasons why we are getting into biological control is because a law is coming that will limit the use of many molecules and insecticides

• Everything Still Begins with Swirski

  May 14, 2020

  what the power of Swirskii actually is. "The predatory mite is extremely effective and resistant to high temperatures. It makes short work of thrips and whitefly [...] kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirskii is viewed by the market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations [...] Africa. "Swirskii is versatile and reliable, which often makes it an extremely robust basis within integrated plant protection. This is certainly true for

• Greenhouse crop pollination

  Greenhouse pollination is vital because it ensures the efficient fertilization of plants within a controlled environment, leading to increased crop yields [...] optimize crop production. Our flagship product, Natupol , is a game-changer in horticultural pollination. It harnesses the power of bumblebees, nature's most efficient [...] in-depth knowledge of pollinators and their behavior. Our team of experts is dedicated to creating sustainable pollination systems that mimic and enhance

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  examining effectiveness when it comes to applying crop protection . He emphasizes that the correct application of methods is essential for achieving optimal [...] farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually quite pleasant," he explains. He emphasizes that his approach stemmed [...] business. While the trend towards organic farming was growing, Koen felt that it would be too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to

• 100% Sustainable Agriculture

  Partners with nature, that is the guiding principle in everything we do! Pioneering is not new to Koppert. In fact, it’s in our DNA. Fifty years ago our [...] product portfolio and holistic approach to crop health and resilience is unique; it offers an integrated approach to today’s progressive farmers. With the [...] Growing in a sustainable manner with respect for our future generations makes it even more challenging. You are not alone: Koppert wants to help you find the