• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  see 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

• 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

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  pollination activity. A single visit by a bumblebee is typically sufficient for successful pollination. Fruit setting occurs once a flower has been adequately [...] hives together. It is important to position the hives in such a way that the hive exits point in different directions, away from the crop. This arrangement [...] Bumblebees play a vital role in achieving optimal pollination results for tomato crops. If you are seeking to optimize your crop's pollination process

• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  come in a long-storage, biodegradable carrier in a formulation that is easy to dilute and safe to handle. 'Using nematodes against wireworms is a pretty [...] the plant's root systems. Trials in the biocontrol of pests and diseases in potatoes got underway a few years ago in both Italy and Spain. 'We focused [...] look and ready for the future Trianum is a true all-rounder Premium quality around the world A combination of a biological fungicide and beneficial nematodes

• In Partnership with Nature

  January 2, 2019

  sensitive organisms in a box made of cardboard with a synthetic fiber lined with plastic inside. This new packaging has been created in partnership with Tryco [...] Styrofoam particles in the environment. Did you know that benzene, an ingredient in Styrofoam, is established as a human carcinogen? On a more positive note [...] diminishing at a rapid rate. It is a notoriously difficult material to recycle. In addition to these unfortunate facts, Styrofoam is being banned in many cities

• A viable alternative to chemical pesticides: Koppert’s natural enemies effectively control pests in outdoor crops

  August 4, 2023

  developed a new and more cost-effective way to produce and package a type of beetle, a natural enemy of armoured scales in citrus. The result is a product [...] are also highly effective in combatting pests in outdoor crops, offering a viable and safe alternative to chemical solutions. In recent years, more and more [...] protect their crops against pests. First in greenhouses and now also in outdoor crops. The use of natural enemies in agriculture is gaining traction. Improved

• Show Whitefly a Yellow Card

  July 16, 2018

  Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything Horiver Rollertrap With summer temperatures up in the high 70s and high 90s in some places, pests like [...] 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 [...] whitefly are thriving. That's why it's particularly important to show these pests a yellow card! Whitefly and many other insects stand no chance against Horiver

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  May 2, 2018

  integral part of IPM programs in strawberries and raspberries. In addition to Spidex, Amblyseius californicus ( Spical ) can provide a useful back-up as it is [...] tolerates a lower humidity and has the ability to feed on multiple pests such as thrips and cyclamen mite . If hotspots of spider mites occur there is a third [...] cost-effective methods to care for their crops. Koppert Biological Systems offers a wide range of beneficial organisms allowing growers to capitalize on nature's

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  where to 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 [...] is on a leaf Thrips can cause major damage - that's nothing new. This does mean that you need to detect thrips in good time. Sticky traps are a useful [...] 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

• Designed with growers in mind

  February 22, 2023

  the specific batch of a product. A QR code helps you navigate the product webpage directly for full product information. Icons In addition to the existing [...] The Path to a Successful Approach The How and Why of IPM Introducing our new product branding After introducing our new corporate branding in January 2022 [...] product ranges each month. The new product branding is more than a refresh. We've developed a recognizable look and feel across the entire product portfolio