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

  decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires [...] increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in use of chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic [...] adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such solutions

• Great Results in Combating Grubs in Blueberries

  March 19, 2019

  the Wilczewscy Horticultural Farm in Białousy in the far east of Poland produced various plants and cut flowers. But in de mid-nineties the production changed [...] beetles.’ In the first year of application, efficacy of nematodes grew to a level of 70%, and after the second year of use even up to 95%. Such a large reduction [...] leaves regained a dark green colour and the quality of the fruit improved and evened out. We expect good yields in the years to come.’ A Major Advantage

• A Hybrid Approach to IPM by Jeremy Webber in GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025

  April 22, 2025

  Jeremy Webber makes the case for a hybrid approach to IPM in ornamentals in the GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025 . In A Hybrid Approach to IPM he maintains [...] other is important because the two work well as a team when designed into a coordinated program, especially in ornamentals. Jeremy explores the hybrid approach [...] maintains that it’s not all or nothing, that bios are tools in the toolbox along with a slew of newer pesticides. Discussing them together rather than one

• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  differences in fields regarding frost damage. Besides temperature and wind also fertilization plays a crucial role in how quickly a bud or flower freezes. [...] effect. A protocol full of energy Different flowering stage on one plant (on the left a one year old branch, on the right a multi-year branch). In the blueberry [...] already this year to create a healthy, energy rich plant. Koppert is using a variety a products to support this. Central in the schedule is the product

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis damage on a gerbera flower In the top ten of infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near [...] near the top. Western flower thrips , in particular, occasionally drives growers to despair. Thrips is a minute, slender insect, and there are various species [...] often be seen on flowers. The thrips' strongest strategy is to hibernate in the soil or substrate, meaning they can strike very early in the spring. Quick

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  find the larvae. In some crops, you will find them mainly in the heads of the plants, while in others they tend to be in the flowers or on the leaves. [...] thrips in good time. Sticky traps are a useful tool in monitoring the development of infestations. Regular scouting in the crop is also essential as it [...] s, a week and a half passes between the hatching of an egg and the adult insect flying around. At low temperatures, however, this takes more than a month

• NatuGro in strawberry

  were carried out in the United States from 2015-2018. Trial locations were located in the three major strawberry producing regions in California (Wats [...] strawberry regions in California. Koppert consultants ensure that strawberry growers are supported in handling their challenges on a daily basis. Our c [...] more than 100 countries worldwide for a wide range of crops, including strawberries, and we have R&D centres in every part of the world. Continuous research

• RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

  for plant protection at the company's six locations in Voorne-Putten. In total, this amounts to a 28-hectare area. Jan has used the Natutec Scout app since [...] RedStar, but Jan now has a clear conclusion about the new version: it is a significant improvement. First of all, the scanning function was made much more powerful [...] level of infestation is developing.’ A lot of time saved This trend in level of infestation pressure is now visible in easy-to-understand graphs. ‘It's about

• Time For A Tune Up

  March 2, 2026

  pesticides as well—and how those parts fit together to make a program work. They’re like a pit crew for a Formula One race car. Koppert’s professionals and regional [...] you’re unhappy with your IPM program and looking for solutions, it’s a good time to call in the experts. Koppert’s Technical Consultant team knows the entire [...] IPM programs for a wide range of growers. Among their most useful tools for production efficiency are regular client site visits and in-depth visitor reports

• Show Whitefly a Yellow Card

  August 10, 2021

  s up in the high 70s and high 90s in some places, pests like whitefly are thriving. That's why it's particularly important to show these pests a yellow [...] growers an early indication of the pests in their greenhouses and the opportunity to find the right biological solution in good time. Timely intervention can [...] your consultant about the best approach if you detect whitefly or other pests in your crop. Outstanding quality Independent research has established that Horiver