• Crop scouting

  Benefits of crop scouting One of the key benefits of crop scouting is its ability to enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems [...] the risk of yield losses and reducing the need for excessive pesticide or fertilizer use. This not only saves resources but also contributes to environmental [...] crop scouting empowers growers to make informed decisions based on real-time field data. By understanding the specific needs of their crops, growers can tailor

• Beneficial nematodes for bean seed fly control

  biological control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic arable farm and is growing a wide variety of crops, including onions [...] discovering the first larvae of the bean seed fly, Frank decided to use Capirel . Integrated pest management, including the use of beneficial nematodes like [...] population of bean seed fly larvae in the soil, preventing further damage to crops and promoting sustainable pest management practices. Benefits of Capirel

• Perfect Potted Hydrangeas for Super-Strict Customers

  December 6, 2019

  excellent and uniform quality. It works out very well, but we have to do a lot of work to get there." A strong army in the crop With their key customers placing [...] ability to produce some 2.5 million units every year, which means that we can send out large numbers of plants every week if necessary, all of excellent [...] stringent requirements on crop protection , the company needs to resort to biological control methods to fight pests wherever possible. The most troublesome pests

• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  iron and cobalt contribute to this mechanism. Also seaweeds applications are also known to have this effect. A protocol full of energy Different flowering [...] want to prevent frost damage next spring, start already this year to create a healthy, energy rich plant. Koppert is using a variety a products to support [...] resilient enough to withstand the low and freezing temperatures that occur occasionally? Some growers have a sprinkling installation to protect their plants

• Crucial Information on Pollination at High Temperatures

  August 11, 2020

  Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages We all know that proper pollination of a flower is the most critical process related to fruit set [...] field of pollination - now clearly points out the effects of high temperatures on pollination. ‘In the past, we have always observed the impact of temperatures [...] s on the pollination activity of our bumblebees. It was now time to complete the equation by looking into the effect of hot climate conditions on plant

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  an increasing number of growers to professionalize the biological control of their crops, Natutec Drive will improve the dispersal of our predatory mites [...] possible to apply all beneficials in various carrier materials from a moving vehicle via ventilated air tubes to the crop. The essential part of Natutec [...] system. The main function of the device is to achieve the most effective pest control by technically optimizing the success of our biocontrol products.

• Phil Gerry at CAES Symposium at UCONN

  September 4, 2025

  Koppert in 2021, and brings a wealth of practical knowledge and creative strategies to the topic of managing some of the most troubling pests in garden mum [...] and passing new findings on to people trying to solve agricultural, public health, and environmental problems. Click here to learn more about CAES and its [...] delivers an even layer of predators right where it counts and handles like a video game. Koppert’s Phil Gerry will be demonstrating how the Natutec Airobreez

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 8, 2024

  cards make it possible to detect pests at an early stage, to then tackle them biologically. This avoids the unnecessary use of chemical agents. Moreover [...] pressure, efficiently trap a broad spectrum of pest insects. Tailored to different pests, our extended range of sticky traps features pest-specific colours [...] After the successful rebranding of our natural enemies, microorganisms, and pollination products during the first half of 2023, it is now our sticky trap

• Rhyzobug FAQ

  the compatibility of the product. Will ants influence the effect of Rhyzobug? Ants will remove larvae of Rhyzobug and carry them to their nest. This will [...] time related to the pest level? As soon as the pest is detected. How do I apply the Rhyzobius lophanthae into the field? Open the cap of the tube and tap [...] is it safe to use? Everyone is able to apply Rhyzobug. It is safe for the user and no permits are required. Introduction rates: • The dosage of Rhyzobug

• Municipality Doetinchem: Entonem nematodes managing oak processionary caterpillar

  important link Van Rijswijk is confident that the use of nematodes helps to reduce the level of infestation. ‘By using Entonem and extracting the nests [...] biodiversity will have an important role to play – breaching the monocultures of the oak and stimulating the natural enemies of the oak processionary caterpillar [...] already stated, the use of nematodes is an important part of this. Entonem is without doubt an important link in ensuring manageability of the oak processionary