• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  sinister interaction. Essentially, a crop is an ecosystem in which all living organisms interact. We capitalize on this system when using natural enemies [...] grows on a wound, the plant defends itself by creating antibodies. Although plants can fight off the fungus, that point of initial infection is left weakened [...] weakened. This is an ideal spot for other fungi, such as Fusarium , or bacteria to strike. Hard to identify Botrytis is a necrotrophic fungus: it lives

• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 14, 2024

  program off on the right foot: 1) Evaluate your ant pressure Ants farm mealybugs for honeydew, and will protect them from natural enemies, so it is crucial [...] apply bait where ant pressure is high. Start by determining which ant species you have to help you decide which bait is appropriate. Apply bait in early [...] effects on natural enemies. Our side effects app tells you how harmful different pesticides are. Find out which pesticides have side effects on our products

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  pigments are absorbed and Spidex mites change color. This is the confirmation that Spidex mites are on the job! To think that it all started 53 years ago when [...] For more info on Spidex Vital Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control A true pioneer in the biocontrol of spider mite, Koppert Biological [...] different stages of development prolong and dramatically increase their effect on spider mite infestations. For growers in the USA, the Netherlands, Mexico

• High-tech Insect Production

  January 12, 2021

  (sometimes several groups). The water that is used to clean the cages is collected separately and recycled. Koppert is also a member of the Rainlevelr programme [...] greenhouse Another important element in the new building is quality, which is something Koppert is keen to offer its customers, according to Bram Klein, Project [...] The design of the production site, which is eligible for a Green Label Greenhouse Certification, focused on three major elements: sustainability, quality

• Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  But there is hope: the mite's natural enemy, the predatory mite in Spical , is also at home in just about every crop. Neoseiulus californicus is only ineffective [...] common spider mite is Tetranychus urticae , the two-spotted spider mite – and the predatory mite in Spical goes mad for it! You can call on the help of these [...] that glitters is not gold. Predatory mites are ineffective in a limited number of crops, mainly the ones with sticky glandular hairs. Tomato is the best known

• Protect Poinsettias From Whiteflies

  April 15, 2025

  before they get rolling. For complete information on any of these products, use the link below to view it on Koppert’s website. Each product page includes [...] beneficial fungi. Why Isarid™ Is A Grower-Approved Ally Against Pests In Ornamentals Green Valley Greenhouse of Ramsey, Minnesota is an ornamental grower with [...] figure out the best timing and application strategy for a particular crop based on its individual requirements: Koppert's Poinsettia Team Lane Holland IPM consultant

• Koppert Registers New Biofungicide

  November 26, 2019

  countries and the USA are expected to follow. Noli is a water dispersible granule preparation based on the naturally occurring Metschnikowia fructicola yeast [...] protection when most synthetic fungicides are not available. Noli is a spray suspension that is applied directly to leaves, blossom and fruits of the plant. [...] chemical program. It is therefore both suitable for IPM as organic farming. One of the advantages it has over chemical products, is that it can be applied

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 8, 2021

  Farming is the biggest private landowner in the United Kingdom and grows a variety of crops. The family-owned agricultural company prides itself on its innovative [...] dispersed. Natutec Drive is easy to use and takes care of all these problems. We now spend less than a quarter of the time we used to spend on dispersal and the [...] started soft fruit cultivation and now have 15 acres under strawberries. This is where we have installed Natutec Drive. We have fitted the unit onto our heating

• Pollination Under Artificial Lights

  October 4, 2018

  shares with growers is based on more than 30 years’ experience in the field and valuable growers’ feedback. The eight-page manual on 'Pollination and Growing [...] special attention to their growing lights. High time to focus on the effects this can have on the pollinators doing their job in your greenhouse! Koppert [...] junior product manager. ‘We have looked at all the features on the hive and give advice on how to enhance the work of our bumblebees in poor (day)light

• Bayer's New 7.5 Acre Corn Breeding Greenhouse

  March 9, 2020

  control strategies for hydroponic corn, Bayer’s new 7.5 acre Marana greenhouse is ready for operations. On March 4 th , 2020, Bayer hosted their official r [...] brought with them, live predatory insects under microscopes to offer a “hands-on” demonstration for the employees of Bayer and the local public. Furthermore [...] greenhouse in North America, if not the world. Koppert Biological Systems is proud to partner with the best in the business. We are also confident that