• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 18, 2024

  residues and no pre-harvest intervals will offer growers flexibility and help them be in control of their moment of harvest, maximizing yield and quality [...] managing pest and disease pressure while maintaining productivity and considering the strict regulations regarding chemical pesticide usage and maximum residue [...] can manage pests and diseases close to harvest, leading to increased yields, improved crop quality, and, ultimately, higher prices and turnover. Efficient

• Frequently Asked Questions about Bumblebees

  August 5, 2021

  fly better in conditions with poor light (for example, high tunnels/hoop houses, shade cloth and hail netting) and they fly around your crop in a more criss [...] continuing to lay eggs and providing orders for “workers”. In late summer the Queen will start producing new queen and males (drones) in order for the colony [...] sugar water and pollen in the hives can attract other insects and animals. Most insects attracted to the hives are generally a nuisance, and do not affect

• Koppert bumblebee hives: fresh look, trusted quality

  June 19, 2023

  design and effectiveness, the selection, rearing, and vitality of the bumblebees, continuous research and development, live cargo logistics, and worldwide [...] with care and stored appropriately in diverse climatic zones, ensuring they arrive in optimal health for effective pollination. Best practices and customer [...] Operating in a dynamic market requires us to swiftly respond to new horticultural and agricultural challenges, changing climatic conditions, and the demands

• Biosulfur-S

  spray programs and contributing to operational efficiency. Mix partner: Hydrophilic, liquid-compatible formulation designed for tank mixing in diverse systems [...] temperature 40°F. Storage conditions Store container upright and keep tightly closed when not in use. [...] Use as part of a program supporting plant performance and yield potential. Learn more about Biosulfur-S Crops Horticultural crops. Pack size 11.759 lbs

• Nature's Perfect Pollinator

  temperatures and cloudy and windy conditions. Bumblebees provide an integrated approach to pollinating almonds, enhancing the work of honeybees in conjunction [...] hives and is designed for outdoor pollination. Our hives are easy to use and require low maintenance. Want to know more about our Quad hives and how to [...] diverse and comprehensive pollinator strategy. Your path to optimal pollination starts here, and we're with you every step of the way. Get in touch with

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 24, 2024

  innovative packaging and application technologies, and invested in facilities for mass production, resulting in an effective and viable solution. Those [...] Originally from Belgium, Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001. “In 1967, our founder Jan Koppert reached a major breakthrough by [...] " says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we launched our Swirski-Mite solution, a game-changer in crop protection

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• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  innovative packaging and application technologies, and invested in facilities for mass production, resulting in an effective and viable solution. Those [...] Originally from Belgium, Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001. “In 1967, our founder Jan Koppert reached a major breakthrough by [...] " says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we launched our Swirski-Mite solution, a game-changer in crop protection

• Pepper

  includes all varieties of peppers, including the mild bell pepper and hot peppers in jalapeno and habanero. The pepper plant is native to tropical America. Pepper [...] transplanting seedlings in a greenhouse environment. Plant height can vary depending on species and variety. Tall varieties grown in commercial greenhouses [...] greenhouse technology has allowed for an increase in per crop harvest from 2-3 months in the field to 8-9 months in a greenhouse environment.

• Biosolutions for Propagation

  Multiple biological and conventional options exist for other common offenders like aphids and whiteflies . Mass-trapping is key in both wet and dry stages, due [...] ship-sensitive stock crops produced in the US. Routine introductions of predators and mycoinsecticides like Isarid™ and Entonem are commonly applied. Entonem [...] dries out and the microenvironment changes. Koppert’s strategy adjusts accordingly, as each grower and facility handles things differently in this stage