• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  affecting the nutrition plants extract from the soil. Adding organic matter to the soil instead of artificial fertilizers helps plants to become stronger and [...] individuals around the world to commit to proactively improving soil health. Soil life is very complex. “Our soils consist of a myriad of organisms not visible [...] mites or earthworms, to name but a few. A teaspoon of topsoil typically contains a vast range of different species and billions of microorganisms,” Age

• Rhyzobug

  Aulacaspis spp ., and other species of armoured scale insects. Mode of action Adults and larvae feed on all stages of armoured scale insects. Visual effect [...] beetles directly on the plants. Be aware that adults may not fly away immediately after release. Dosage The dosage of Rhyzobug depends on climate, crop and [...] achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  only feed on smaller prey stages. The larvae do not eat. They develop quickly to protonymph and then start to feed on spider mites. The quantity of prey consumed [...] predatory mite cannot feed on other prey. Feeding behaviour of Phytoseiulus persimilis Phytoseiulus persimilis feeds on all stages of spider mites , but has [...] organs to register volatiles emitted by damaged plants. Phytoseiid mites have no eyes and therefore rely on volatiles released by damaged plants and their

• Koppert is Investing in Smarter Scouting

  May 29, 2019

  more accurate as time progresses. Act Quickly Thanks to this, growers only need to use a smartphone to scan the Horiver sticky traps in their greenhouses [...] This dashboard is based on a map that growers can customize to suit their needs, giving them immediate insight into the level of infestation in their g [...] dashboard lists how pests and their natural enemies develop in relation to one another. The dashboard also integrates the application and effects of chemical

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  reaches the market without any type of contamination.’ José Maria confesses he had been on the point of stopping cultivation on his farm altogether, because he [...] Koppert is a pioneer when it comes to the selection and breeding of beneficial nematodes for the biological control of many pests. Having introduced them [...] steps have recently been taken to apply them successfully in a broad spectrum of agricultural crops. A growing number of farmers are now using this natural

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

  December 18, 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 [...] We’ve assembled a list of dates for the major shows they are attending in 2025. Each one is a special opportunity to meet a group of Koppert technical experts [...] and BioSolutions. The booth is also a great place to schedule a client visit or make an appointment to have a more in-depth discussion. Here’s where we’ll

• Koppert Launches NatuGro System for California Strawberry Growers

  November 13, 2018

  were able to increase their yields by up to 10 percent, bringing their return on investment to four to five dollars for every dollar spent on NatuGro.” [...] large quantities of organic elements such as amino acids, enzymes, plant hormones and a broad spectrum of sugars VIDI TERRUM : a plant extract with high [...] combination of micro-organisms, bio-stimulants and professional, customized advice to help strawberry growers boost crop yields by up to 10 percent. The

• Natupol Excel

  s. Mode of action After introduction of the hive, worker bumblebees start pollinating the flowers while at the same time collecting pollen to feed the [...] Colony development depends on environmental conditions and the amount and quality of pollen. Presentation One large colony of bumblebees including a queen [...] (<10 hours light) position the hive near the top of plants, in such a way that the hive is exposed to the first daylight Wait for at least 15 minutes after

• Koppert Attends NECANN Boston 2025

  February 28, 2025

  and Isarid to keep cannabis pests under control. In addition to providing trusted tech support to growers, Koppert’s experts are pioneers of innovation [...] and solutions to help guide success for growers. Stop by and chat with your knowledgable Koppert technical advisors—they’ll be on hand to answer questions [...] Street, Boston on Friday and Saturday, March 21st and 22nd. NECANN Boston is a prolific gathering place for cannabis growers around New England to establish

• Miglyphus

  Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps of Diglyphus isaea kill second and third instar leaf miner larvae in the mine and lay their eggs next to them [...] parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening Dosage The dosage of Miglyphus depends on climate, crop and leaf miner density [...] as a food source. This is known as host feeding. Visual effect The presence of Diglyphus isaea in the crop is signalled by short mines that contain dead