• Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages

  May 30, 2022

  blueberry bush will pollinate and set fruit in a 2-3-week window, during which the plant experiences a tremendous hormonal shift to support this reproductive [...] of trace elements and calcium, with concentrations in a flower bud at 60-80 times higher than in a leaf. Although calcium and trace elements can be supplied [...] extracts, in a plant-based form for rapid assimilation, and Veni Calcium is easily absorbed by the plant due to its unique composition - using a foliar application

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  showed the searching capacity of the predatory mites covered a greater distance over a longer period as adults were followed up by growing nymphs in an [...] A true pioneer in the biocontrol of spider mite, Koppert Biological Systems has improved its top selling Spidex biological solution making it even more [...] and adults, for prolonged and continuous activity in the crop. Trials showed a greater cumulative presence of predatory mites on infested leaves and proof

• Environmental sustainability

  Climate change mitigation At the core of our sustainability initiative lies a commitment to environmental stewardship. Recognizing the interconnectedness

• Written in GrowerTalks: "Cold Chain Management" by Heidi Doering

  January 1, 2025

  well as preparing for application and troubleshooting. It’s a highly informative treatment of a topic of great importance to growers who want to get the best

• Beneficial microorganisms

  including various biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling

• FAQ Beneficial Nematodes

  and regulatory issues. The questions and answers can also be downloaded as a pdf. Download PDF

• New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits

  March 21, 2019

  raspberries in a greenhouse under artificial lighting. More than two years later, he is at the forefront once again but now with the development of a method to [...] Aphids, however, are a different story. In the cultivation of raspberries in greenhouses, the large raspberry aphid (Amphorophota idaei) is a constant cause [...] It was a leap in the dark as there was hardly any knowledge available on growing small fruit crops under artificial lighting. It proved to be a good decision

• Webinar Fit Roots for Plant Health

  March 2, 2020

  Koppert Biological Systems and Hoogendoorn Growth Management jointly give a webinar about how to facilitate root health and condition to get the best possible [...] webinar until March 12. Click here to register for the webinar. We published a whitepaper about this topic on our Information Centre. Read the whitepaper

• Spidex Vital Go: the ultimate multi-hotspot performer

  March 31, 2025

  offers growers a new, accessible, and highly effective way to combat spider mites hotspots at the earliest stage. The solution offers a new level of control [...] creating a shield that suppresses spider mite infestations. How it works Spidex Vital Go utilizes sachets containing Phytoseiulus persimilis , a predatory [...] of mind by maintaining a consistent population of predatory mites in the crop. The sachets ensure predators are present over a 2-week period, making it

• Ten Facts About Thrips

  August 18, 2021

  Thrips is a big enemy for many crops and is a problem that can quickly take on big proportions. As a grower, your approach to handling this insect is something [...] lead to considerable damage. 5. A very unusual aspect is that the thrips females can lay eggs without being fertilized by a male. Usually only males emerge [...] something you can't take lightly – a well-considered strategy is an absolute must. Knowledge about this pest, together with the guidance of Koppert consultants