• Perfect Potted Hydrangeas for Super-Strict Customers

  December 6, 2019

  stringent requirements on crop protection , the company needs to resort to biological control methods to fight pests wherever possible. The most troublesome pests [...] would to me be a better place to start." New issues Consultant Wim van der Meer agrees. "More uniformity would be nice as growers are always having to contend [...] thrips, which began to settle in hydrangeas a few years ago without being noticed. "They were a problem that needed to be solved. It’s easy to see why Koppert

• What is Thripex Plus?

  August 18, 2021

  nothing to be afraid of, unless you're a pest. Have you recently been to your local nursery looking for just the perfect flower or plant to add to your garden [...] (IPM) program that the grower or nursery used to defeat pests. One reason to use an IPM program is to reduce the chemical pesticides sprays that once [...] pests. To conclude, Thripex Plus, that sachet you found in your new plant is not dangerous to you, your loved ones, or your pets. It is there to eat “bad

• Koppert's beneficial nematodes: new look and ready for the future

  April 4, 2023

  alternatives will only continue to grow. Our focus on continuous improvement has already led to today's biodegradable, easy-to-use, and affordable spray solution [...] trials to understand and apply nematode behavior to crop protection . We have done so in collaboration with growers, through whom we contribute to making [...] potential of beneficial nematodes to support the transition to sustainable agriculture is enormous. And because of our dedication to research, the opportunities

• 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

• Ten Facts About Thrips

  August 18, 2021

  They're often difficult for growers to distinguish from each other. 3. In order to be effective against thrips, you need to know which intruder you are dealing [...] important facts about thrips to help you brush up your knowledge. Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis on a leaf 1. How can you recognize thrips [...] control. Biocontrol Solutions for Thrips We’re Here to Help! Beneficial insects are susceptible to chemical treatments and varying environmental and biological

• GreenGuard by Dümmen Orange: For A Sustainable Chain

  November 6, 2018

  years ago. Koppert was contacted to help them achieve this. The two companies first looked at how Koppert could help to make the production of propagation [...] um farm in Uganda, ensuring that the chemicals that do need to be used are not harmful to the beneficials. The most sensitive beneficials can get started [...] Ellen Klein. But a great deal of work was needed to get these authorizations passed. ‘This was due to the unfamiliarity of the Ugandan government with

• Thripex Technical Leaflet

  before use • Bottle: Press in the center of the cap to open the dosage hole. Bucket: Use a spoon to distribute Thripex, 2-3 ml per rockwool block, opposite [...] cause slight damage to some crops, especially with a large number of mites and high humidity. Therefore, consult your supplier prior to using Thripex. It [...] It is recommended to carry out a small field test to monitor the effects.’Thripex in vermiculite’ is the safest product for sensitive crops. Biological

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near the top. Western flower thrips , in particular, occasionally drives growers to despair. Thrips is [...] strongest strategy is to hibernate in the soil or substrate, meaning they can strike very early in the spring. Quick response to early outbreaks and doing [...] doing all you can to prevent thrips from hibernating are the keys to success! Some growers only get thrips under control with the use of a lot of chemicals

• SS_Acadian Almonds_2026_MARCH2026_Digital

  development, enhancing nutrient uptake, and improving tolerance to challenging growing conditions. Problem–Solution Fit Problem Faced Solution / Benefit [...] reproductive processes Leads to better fruit set and higher yield potential Nutrient deficiency Acts as a natural chelator to enhance nutrient availability [...] supports stronger root development—driving healthier growth and contributing to higher yield potential even under challenging conditions. It integrates

• Spidex Vital Trial Results

  were counted every day. This was carried out head to head with “regular” Spidex females and conformed to the standard used in the industry for 5 days in [...] Vital has continuous access to nutrition during mass production, the females of Spidex Vital already have enough energy to develop their eggs. As a result [...] after release; whereas Spidex “regular” first needs to get its energy from spider mites in the field to develop the eggs. Because they start depositing eggs