• Tomato Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis

  May 30, 2019

  something in their bag of tricks to defend against the fungal diseases mildew and Botrytis. A multipronged strategy provides the greatest chance of success [...] humidity is very high. Wet wounds are also a favourite. Chemical intervention is unavoidable in the event of a serious attack. But before that happens, there [...] the plant's resistance and provides a certain degree of resistance to the fungus. Powdery Mildew In fact, the method of combating mildew doesn't differ much

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  May 2, 2018

  an integral part of IPM programs in strawberries and raspberries. In addition to Spidex, Amblyseius californicus ( Spical ) can provide a useful back-up [...] tolerates a lower humidity and has the ability to feed on multiple pests such as thrips and cyclamen mite . If hotspots of spider mites occur there is a third [...] crops. Koppert Biological Systems offers a wide range of beneficial organisms allowing growers to capitalize on nature's innate ability to combat aggressive

• The How and Why of IPM

  April 4, 2019

  the natural enemies are of crucial importance. There's actually a kind of triangular relationship, and each of the three sides of the triangle must receive [...] problems do occur in spite of this, you can solve them using natural enemies. It's often even better to have the natural enemies on stand-by in the crop, even [...] knowledge of diseases and pests on the one hand and the natural enemies on the other. You also have to continuously monitor how both aspects develop in your

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  April 23, 2019

  you looking for a solution to a particular problem? Or do you want to better meet the requirements of your customers? Call in help: a consultant you trust [...] trust and who is well versed in the field of IPM. Work with the consultant to draw up a plan. After all, IPM relies heavily on a system approach. The basic [...] the Challenges of the Future Finish Clean with an IPM Based Program The How and Why of IPM The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management A system for sustainable

• Koppert Registers New Biofungicide

  November 26, 2019

  integrated in a chemical program, has a comparable efficacy to a full chemical programme. As a standalone product it can often compete with a chemical program [...] been conducted using Noli against Botrytis spp. in a variety of fruits in several countries in Europe and in the United States. The trials have been carried [...] wine producers millions of euros in production losses worldwide, can now be controlled in an effective and sustainable way with a non-synthetic fungicide

• Koppert Partners with Canadian Ecoation

  June 17, 2019

  Founder and CEO of Ecoation, Dr. Saber Miresmailli who signed the contract on behalf of Ecoation. Koppert is engaged in the business of biological crop [...] pests and diseases in various crops’, said sales director of North West Europa, Arne van Aalst, who signed the contract on behalf of Koppert. ‘Detecting [...] Koppert Biological Systems in the Netherlands and the Canadian based Ecoation have signed a cooperation agreement on June 13 th 2019. The contract was

• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 14, 2024

  bottles, such as Citripar , out of direct sunlight. Release early in the morning or late in the afternoon. Avoid the hottest part of the day. Avoid releasing [...] Koppert’s natural enemies effectively control pests in outdoor crops Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths Spot the caterpillar [...] operations Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals The top ten pests in roses Economical and Better Biocontrol of Aphids, Mealybugs

• Reinforced Hook For All

  July 16, 2018

  for control of various thrips species The use of our sachets offers a lot of advantages. Constantly large population of predatory mites in your crops Little [...] cucumeris As of August 1, the predatory mite paper sachets will be delivered with a hook that has a moisture-resistant coating on both sides. As a result, the [...] so that the sachets remain firmly in place in the crop. Product manager Tim Bossinga explains, 'Following the launch of Swirski Ulti-Mite , Koppert started

• Reducing plastic pollution: We celebrate World Environment Day

  June 5, 2023

  Return Programme in the Netherlands Recycling of Montdo-Mite packaging in the Netherlands Collection of hives from growers to produce energy in France At Koppert [...] celebrated on June 5th, serving as a global platform to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues and promote positive change. In the context of this [...] continuous efforts in reduction of our waste, plastic use and fostering sustainable practices in our operations. Plastic pollution poses a severe threat to

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  range of high-level speakers who have been invited to share their views on ongoing trends and changes in the sector, such as rising protectionism, the potential [...] another important focus of our stand will be on cultivation without residues,' says senior consultant Ellen Klein. 'An increasing number of retailers are demanding [...] comply to a growing number of regulations and the quality demands from retailers are issues we can help clients with.' 'The international nature of this fair