• Natutec Background Pattern CMYK inverted white

  settings, the Natutec Airobreez is designed for ease of use across various growing environments. The seven components of the Airobreez are designed to be easily [...] optimal condition. The mortality rate of the natural enemies is kept to a minimum, less than 2%. Uniform & precise distribution The Airobreez features [...] adjustable options Battery life: 2 hours (at its maximum setting) Natutec The Airobreez is a member of the Natutec product line, which specializes in application

• Red Headed Flea Beetle Eradication Described in April 2025 GrowerTalks Issue

  April 1, 2025

  application methods of the biosolution. It’s an interesting behind the scenes look into the journey from discovery to practical, efficient use of a biocontrol [...] . Jeremy goes into detail regarding the subsequent trials, and paints a picture of the work that still needs to be done with respect to rate, location [...] consultant team manager, Jeremy Webber, appears in the April 2025 issue of GrowerTalks. He discusses the progress that has been made in managing this notorious

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  Facing the bean seed fly challenge This year, Frank encountered a significant challenge due to the cold and wet conditions at the beginning of the crop cycle [...] 1986, many years of experience have gone into the selection, production and quality control of our beneficial nematodes. Each of the nematodes produced [...] nematodes feed on the digested tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect stops feeding soon after being infested, and dies within

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in Top Fruits

  11-2022 Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have become a powerful part of IPM solution, to either partly substitute, and sometimes replace the use of conventional [...] build resistance Can be applied with regular spray equipment Compatible with most pesticides Leaves no residue This is an overview of the nematode-pest co [...] solutions. More than 35 years of experience Koppert started producing nematodes in 1986. Many years of experience have gone into the selection, breeding and

• WARNING: Bumblebees – Keep them Cool this Summer!

  July 2, 2019

  structure. These structures can be purchased from Koppert. This can be seen in the picture to the right. Following the same principle of a shade structure a grower [...] bumblebees are out for the maximum number of pollination hours, and it positively influences the lifespan of a colony. It can make the difference between just [...] bumblebee hives are kept at the proper internal temperature of 39.2-59°F they have no issues focusing their energy on pollination . Once the temperature increases

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  enemies had to be produced on a large scale and released ahead of every crop cycle. This was the start of the Koppert Biological Systems. The first natural [...] systems. Biostimulants The use of biostimulants to enhance plant growth and resilience against abiotic stress started at the beginning of the 21 st century. Modern [...] Biological control or biocontrol is defined as "the use of a population of one organism to reduce the population of another organisms" (van Lenteren et al. 2017)

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  February 8, 2024

  out with the company Sociedade Agrícola Militão, in the town of Ribatejo, in a pepper crop for the processing industry. Pedro Militão is one of the two owners [...] reach the end of their cycle with a high level of plant health and vigor so that the harvesting machine can work well. 'With the introduction of mechanical [...] Aubergine (90 ha). The great challenge facing the production of crops for the processing industry is to work at a low price in which the fruit and vegetable

• Trade Show Dates for Koppert's Cannabis and Ornamental Crop Team

  December 15, 2024

  As you fill in the squares on a fresh calendar this New Year, remember to pencil in a visit to the Cannabis and Ornamental Crop Team at the Koppert booth [...] booth for the industry trade shows listed below. We’ve assembled a list of dates for the major shows they are attending in 2025. Each one is a special opportunity [...] opportunity to meet a group of Koppert technical experts and ask them about the latest innovations in IPM and Koppert products, and discuss other concerns

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in Stone Fruits & Nuts

  12-2022 Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have become a powerful part of IPM solution, to either partly substitute, and sometimes replace the use of conventional [...] build resistance Can be applied with regular spray equipment Compatible with most pesticides Leaves no residue This is an overview of the nematode-pest co [...] solutions. More than 35 years of experience Koppert started producing nematodes in 1986. Many years of experience have gone into the selection, breeding and

• Protected vegetables

  Bumblebee pollination of vegetable crops Bumblebees play a crucial role in the pollination of vegetable crops, ensuring the production of high-quality yields [...] Emphasizing Sustainability One of the fundamental principles of IPM is its commitment to sustainability. By reducing the reliance on chemical pesticides [...] Products Benefits of IPM in vegetable cultivation Reduced chemical dependency: IPM reduces the need for chemical pesticides, minimizing the risk of harmful residues