• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  resilient enough to withstand the low and freezing temperatures that occur occasionally? Some growers have a sprinkling installation to protect their plants [...] also zinc, copper, iron and cobalt contribute to this mechanism. Also seaweeds applications are also known to have this effect. A protocol full of energy [...] wood flower on average 7 to 14 days later. And the later the flowers emerge, the less change for frost damage. Do you want to prevent frost damage next

• Big impact starts small

  May 1, 2023

  benefits to growers. They are safe and easy to use, as they can be applied with existing spray equipment. They leave no residue, which helps growers to meet [...] although they are not visible to the naked eye, they have a big impact. The living organisms in our micro products are a great way to biologically control various [...] don't have to worry about the harvest interval. These are all important reasons why our micro products are a valuable and effective addition to the IPM strategy

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  September 30, 2024

  in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new. And there is still no reason for that to change. The predatory mite Amblyseius [...] has taken his time to point out what the power of Swirski-Mite actually is. ‘The predatory mite is extremely effective and resistant to high temperatures [...] effective to a larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirski-Mite

• Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

  August 31, 2022

  app is very helpful when considering what to spray that won't be harmful to beneficial insects when we need to supplement a synthetic chemical application [...] app is very helpful when considering what to spray that won't be harmful to beneficial insects when we need to supplement a synthetic chemical application [...] Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance! IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach The How and Why of IPM Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye

• Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

  together to either partly substitute, and sometimes replace the use of conventional pesticides, to manage pests that are extremely difficult to control [...] Each of the entomopathogenic nematodes bred by Koppert has been selected to target specific pest insects and Koppert produces specific strains of Steinernema [...] other species/strains are being researched). They are selectively applied to combat a significant variety of pests in a wide range of temperatures, such

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 24, 2024

  species to emerge and spread rapidly,” says Peter. “We see it as our responsibility to find solutions to those challenges as quickly as possible to help prevent [...] are now closer than ever to customers in the Niagara region, enabling us to respond more swiftly to local needs. This local-to-local approach is not only [...] forced a shift from conventional to biological crop protection methods. “Growers urgently needed a solution to a difficult-to-control thrips species,” explains

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  species to emerge and spread rapidly,” says Peter. “We see it as our responsibility to find solutions to those challenges as quickly as possible to help prevent [...] are now closer than ever to customers in the Niagara region, enabling us to respond more swiftly to local needs. This local-to-local approach is not only [...] forced a shift from conventional to biological crop protection methods. “Growers urgently needed a solution to a difficult-to-control thrips species,” explains

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  fungicides are normally needed to control root disease. Long lasting protection Trianum works preventatively and needs to be applied to the crop as early as possible [...] of pathogens developing resistance to Trianum . It has been used in many countries for many years, and continues to give excellent results. Growers have [...] have reported consistent performance to the same high standard. How Trianum works Trianum contains the hybrid T-22 strain of the beneficial fungus Trichoderma

• Protect Poinsettias From Whiteflies

  April 15, 2025

  use the link below to view it on Koppert’s website. Each product page includes the beneficial organism, its scientific name and uses, how it works, directions [...] recommends running a poinsettia IPM program from the time you land your inputs to shipping in November. Poinsettia crops start when whiteflies develop the fastest [...] brietkerk@koppert.com Mary de Soto IPM consultant for Northern CA (Salinas to the North) mdesoto@koppert.com Management Team Heidi Doering National Ornamental

• In Partnership with Nature

  January 2, 2019

  years Koppert’s mission has been to contribute to better health of people and the planet. Therefore, there is no better way to accomplish this but by cutting [...] Styrofoam to a fully recyclable package for shipping. Over the next several months, you will start to see this new packaging. At first the switch to the new [...] methods. Our goal is to completely switch to the new recyclable packaging within the first quarter of 2019. This method will enable us to transport our most