• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 11, 2024

  ineffective against the mites in his cucumber crop and set out to find a natural solution. One that would last for a very long time… ‘Back in the 60s, my father [...] work here. We do it together. To innovate, to bring something new to the market, that’s in our genes. The commitment to finding solutions for growers – [...] This forced growers to look for safe solutions, and we were more than ready to help them.’ A perfect location to start Operating from the largest vegetable

• Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

  June 30, 2023

  from pupa to moth or butterfly When the butterfly is fully developed, it emerges from the pupa. The butterfly first looks for a suitable place to attach itself [...] and looks for a suitable place to pupate, the process by which it uses its silk glands to make a cocoon out of threads. The cocoon may be in a corner where [...] shorter and takes on a streamlined appearance. The skin is wrinkled at the beginning but splits over time and reveals the shiny cuticle. A pupa doesn’t eat

• Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell

  February 1, 2023

  predatory mites at the right time when the population size is still low. In principle, predatory mites work preventatively. Monitor the infestation level using [...] preferably on the same day. If you can't, store the product in a cool (10-15 °C), dry place for no more than one to two days. Use the swirskii predatory [...] mites in time to keep the pest under control. If pollen is present, this can be done later than with flowers without pollen. Use your observations as a guide

• Koppert Announces the Promotion of Jeremy Sinift to Hydroponic Crop Team Manager

  September 10, 2020

  ensure that the hydroponic crop team is perfectly positioned to effectively respond to the demands of today and of the future. Koppert’s ability to work closely [...] that truth. The ongoing research and development undertaken by our affiliates across the globe continues to reveal how best to utilize the natural principles [...] Koppert Biological Systems is Excited to Announce the Promotion of Jeremy Sinift to Crop Team Manager, Servicing U.S. Hydroponic Vegetable Clients! Howell

• Infestation Levels in Tomato Crops: A Look at the Top Four

  June 6, 2019

  growers need to be able to tackle the top four pests: spider mite, whitefly , aphids , and caterpillars . Spider Mite Spider mite is an enemy to many crops [...] and movements are hard to detect, making control a complicated matter. Good to know: mealy bugs were among the very first pests to be combated with natural [...] are popular targets for a wide range of insects and mites. The pests that cause the biggest problems vary from one country to another, and even between

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides [...] considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic [...] pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  incubating the brood when it gets colder. Balancing pollination activity and climate To achieve the best pollination results, it's essential to allow the majority [...] they catch the morning sun. Make sure the hive is in a sheltered environment. Sunlight exposure Position the hives on the side that receives the most sun [...] understand the importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive and optimize their pollination activity. To ensure the best performance of

• A Hybrid Approach to IPM by Jeremy Webber in GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025

  April 22, 2025

  Jeremy Webber makes the case for a hybrid approach to IPM in ornamentals in the GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025 . In A Hybrid Approach to IPM he maintains [...] GrowerTalks implemented the Biosolutions Guide to shine a light on what they consider to be one of the most dynamic discussions within the horticultural industry [...] tools in the toolbox along with a slew of newer pesticides. Discussing them together rather than one versus the other is important because the two work

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  Placing the hive near the ground on the shade of the crop can keep the temperatures inside the hive lower. Shading Providing effective shading to the top and [...] it is crucial to ensure effective pollination to support crop production and maintain high yields for growers. To ensure a positive result, it is crucial [...] pollination may stop due to damage to the hive. Bumblebees therefore need to keep cool in hot summer conditions to be able to function optimally and carry

• Prevention: the most powerful weapon in the fight against Fusarium

  December 13, 2022

  depending on the crop. The best tip we can give growers is that prevention is better than cure. Fusarium wilt is an incredibly difficult disease to treat. The [...] Growers worldwide have to deal with the soil-borne fungal disease Fusarium wilt . As the name suggests, wilting is the most common symptom, but this soil-borne [...] identify at the start. Fusarium often strikes when a crop is weak, but there are also varieties of this fungus that can devastate entire crops, as was the case