• Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

  growth During the 25 week propagation period, Floricultura applies an Entonem treatment every ten days for the first five weeks. In the interim, the crop is [...] also uses the predatory soil mite Stratiolaelaps scimitus . Investigating the effect of spraying Every week, Floricultura examines the action of the nematodes [...] come out of the packaging and later after spraying. Dennis van der Wel explains, ‘We dampen the potting soil and then spray the nematodes over the young plants

• Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals

  August 18, 2021

  years. Therefore , Koppert decided to evolve the product to today's growers needs. Hence, the development of the new gel fomulation for its nematode products [...] increase the shelf life of these highly effective biocontrol organisms and ensure that no visible residue is left on the leaves or fruit of the crop. After [...] replacing the clay matrix (in which the nematodes remain in a dormant state until released) with a gel formulation which significantly lengthens the shelf

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  Plug the supplied timer into the power socket on the transmitter casing. Insert the plug of the short cable coming out of the transmitter into the timer [...] connect the climate computer to the transmitter or to change the digital frequency of the transmitter. The menu can only be used once the lid of the transmitter [...] for the first time Transmitter When using the Wireless BeeHome for the first time, you must test whether the receivers pick up the signal from the transmitter

• Event to Raise Global Plant Health Awareness

  December 16, 2019

  nal event under the banner of ‘Plant Health, Agriculture & Bioscience’ at the World Forum in The Hague, from 9-11 September 2020. The three-day event will [...] undertaken to organize the event when Koppert came into the picture. As the biggest NGO on plant health, CABI represents much of the developing world as well [...] variety of motivators from around the world. The event is expected to draw between 800 and 900 international participants to the World Forum. Collaboration with

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes feed on the tissues of [...] consumers alike. Nematodes do not leave any harmful residue on crops, which make them safe for the growers who handle them and the people who consume them [...] application, the nematodes search for their prey. Once they have found a host insect, they penetrate it through its natural body openings or skin. The nematodes

• Very few greenhouse crops are safe from whitefly

  July 18, 2022

  whitefly. The problem inside the greenhouse is more acute than outside, as temperatures inside tend to be higher. This stimulates the development of the infestation [...] The greenhouse whitefly and tobacco whitefly can survive in various locations and have a wide range of host plants: the insect targets vegetable and ornamental [...] vegetable crops. Unfortunately, this does not necessarily mean that the whitefly will not see the tomato as a ‘tasty snack’.

• Ten Facts About Thrips

  August 18, 2021

  weapon in its arsenal: the pupae are often in the soil. This stage can be tackled with parasitic nematodes. 9. The thrips don't like the cold and will rest [...] help you determine the identity of the intruders. 4. Thrips sucks plant juices from the upper leaf and/or flower cells, resulting in the characteristic s [...] When laying eggs, the female damages the plant. Such damage can lead to a deformation. 7. Action is needed: if measures are not taken, the thrips population

• Koppert’s microbial solutions for sustainable food production

  October 15, 2020

  ensure improved food security, biodiversity and protect the environment. At the same time the current global pandemic has accelerated consumer pressure [...] with the attention now firmly focused on their health. People were reminded of the role food plays in their resistance to disease. Within days of the outbreak [...] essential for the overall functioning and wellbeing of the ecosystem as a whole. Much research still needs to be done. We at Koppert are aware of the immense

• Koppert introduces nematode solutions for agricultural pests

  November 20, 2022

  that they do not lose efficacy when used together with chemical solutions. As a biological solution, the nematodes leave no harmful residue on the crop, which [...] soft fruit, potatoes and several outdoor vegetables . The increasing limitation in availability and the growing resistance to pesticides means that growers [...] for controlling pests in their crops. In response to the growing demand, Koppert has researched the application of beneficial nematodes in agriculture with

• Keep Them Cool!

  August 10, 2021

  such a way that the bumblebees are able to influence the microclimate in the hive in the most efficient way. The hive itself protects the colony against [...] temperature in the hive. ‘The Natupol box ensures the best conditions possible to maintain a constant brood temperature so that the bumblebees do not put u [...] temperatures, the best practice is to help the colonies to keep cool during the hottest times of the day and allow them to pollinate in the early morning