• Tomato Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis

  May 30, 2019

  can have dire consequences for production! It's essential to take action as soon as the first symptoms appear, otherwise it will be difficult to get the situation [...] the greatest chance of success. Botrytis Botrytis , known in horticulture as "gray mold", is a challenge for almost every grower. This fungus kills plant [...] several types of mildew fungi, which flourish on living cells. They all appear as white powder. Severely affected leaves turn yellow and fall off. A serious

• Koppert Involved in New Project Aiming for Sustainable Control of Poultry Red Mite

  June 4, 2019

  in this project. The poultry red mite is a huge problem for the egg sector as an infestation rate of 90% on poultry farms causes approximately 231 million [...] animal health and welfare. The problem of poultry red mite is very complex as early stage infestations are difficult to discover and very few products are [...] available on the market. Therefore, there is a clear need for an IPM approach as found in horticulture. The aim of this project is to work together towards

• CEICKOR Celebrates its 15th Anniversary

  March 5, 2020

  quality. As Koppert grows, these connections we have with our colleagues around the world enable us to build global networks of knowledge, as we work together [...] milestones that have shaped the principles and philosophy of this institution, as well as containing the testimonies of its leaders, companies and personalities [...] agriculture and horticulture. It's these collaborations that bond us together as we work in partnership with nature. CEICKOR Celebrates its 15th Anniversary

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  spread rapidly,” says Peter. “We see it as our responsibility to find solutions to those challenges as quickly as possible to help prevent and limit crop [...] solutions. Peter Couwels is a fixture at Koppert, “part of the company furniture,” as he puts it. Originally from Belgium, Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters [...] an effective and viable solution. Those breakthroughs in turn have served as a launch pad for new solutions, including our predatory mites Neoseiulus

• Just How Compostable are Ulti-Mite Sachets?

  October 23, 2019

  greenhouse company. Industrial compostable Not all materials degrade as quickly as an apple or tomato. To keep degradation of these materials in a specific [...] suitable as a breeding environment for predatory mites , but it may not be able to be processed during the production of the sachets. Also, as with all [...] difficult to duplicate equal composting conditions in a greenhouse or on a field as conditions cannot be regulated. When an Ulti-Mite sachet, for example, is

• Want to Tackle Diseases and Pests in Roses?

  July 14, 2020

  combat this pest. As the population of spider mites increases rapidly under dry, hot conditions, it is advisable to start as soon as possible . Greenhouse [...] conditions and the type of thrips that appears. You can choose from products such as Swirski-Mite , Limonica , Thripex , and Entomite-M . In addition, Horiver [...] from outside, you can use parasitic wasps ( En-Strip , Ercal ), preferably as a preventative measure. Furthermore, NOFLY WP™ is a good option for tackling

• Podcast with Tech OnDemand: Bill Calkins interviews Jeremy Webber, National Ornamental Team Manager

  December 18, 2024

  bios every year. Jeremy has extensive experience in the industry, as a grower and as a trusted biocontrol advisor. He’s worked with greenhouses of all [...] in the 2024 GrowerTalks BioSolutions Guide . Bill Calkins is widely known as the editor of Tech On Demand, the email newsletter discussing technical topics

• Operation Mealybug

  August 10, 2021

  are ideal for combating mealybug hotspots. Cryptobug-L can be deployed as soon as the first hotspots are detected. The larvae remain where they are released [...] plants and other crops have demonstrated that Cryptobug-L is at least as effective as chemical treatments in dealing with mealybugs . The Best Weapon The [...] used at temperatures above 16°C/60.8°F and in both covered and outdoor crops. As for Cryptobug , it thrives from a minimum temperature of 16°C and is at its

• AmericanHort Community Connector Roundtable: Managing Pests, Diseases & Weeds

  February 28, 2025

  production through sales fuels her passion for mentoring growers of all ages as they transition away from conventional to more sustainable methods of managing [...] horticulture and business administration at UW-River Falls with Dr Terry Ferriss as her advisor and her masters in horticulture at Penn State. AmericanHort is

• New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits

  March 21, 2019

  immediately release parasitic wasps as soon as aphids were detected. The wasps used were Aphidius ervi , also known as Ervipar , which were released one [...] weeks later, an increasing number of Aphidius ervi pupae were detected as well as an improvement in aphid control. Little Hindrance from Aphids At the start [...] for growing raspberries under artificial lighting (three crops per year) as well as a small area for outdoor cultivation. In Haaren, he grows raspberries