• Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under control?

  March 3, 2023

  humidity is also important, as the spider mite like dry conditions. The spider mite lays more eggs when air humidity is low, so development is faster. [...] enemies on standby. In some cases, climate control can also help. Temperature is the most crucial factor for population growth – the spider mite can develop [...] enough nutrients. The mite then rids itself off the moisture by sweating, which is easier in a dry and warm climate. In other words, a combination of cold and

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 24, 2022

  When tackling a pest such as thrips , it is vital to work systematically. While a whole range of products is available to control thrips , not all products [...] introduction of the predatory bug Orius is an important basis in the fight against thrips. But beware: this predatory bug is very sensitive to chemicals. Pupae [...] Thrips can cause severe problems for growers in many crops. Combating this pest is, therefore, an important focal point in the field of biological control. Koppert

• Celebrating real food heroes

  October 19, 2022

  importance of maize, as it is one of the most versatile crops which can adapt to almost any climate in the world offering high yields. ‘It is important to focus [...] Celebrating real food heroes ‘Leave NO ONE behind’ is the theme for World Food Day 2022 – a year that still finds us with an ongoing pandemic, conflict [...] world, accelerated climate change, and a rising cost of living. World Food Day is a day on which to think about ways to achieve food security for everyone.

• Enjoy multiple benefits against spider mite with Spical

  December 12, 2021

  their ever stricter requirements are another factor that is growing in importance. Spider mite is fast becoming resistant to pesticides. If you don’t have [...] Spical is almost like an insurance policy against spider mites . If you use the product before finding traces of spider mite, you can be sure that Spical [...] causing the infestation to spread through the crop like an oil slick. The result is yellow leaves that fall off after a while, reduced photosynthesis, and unsightly

• In Search of the Relationship Between NatuGro and Nitrogen Release

  February 18, 2020

  pathogens. Together with NovaCropControl, Koppert is trying to find an optimum balance in strawberry crops: is it possible to achieve the same levels of production [...] stimulating effect of NatuGro is therefore automatically greater. As a result, the successful approach used in California is not easy to copy to other countries [...] explains: ‘NatuGro is used to stimulate the absorption of nutrients, including nitrogen. We were already aware of this and there is nothing wrong with

• How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’?

  September 19, 2021

  thrips varieties behave very differently: setosus is very active, while americanus is very lazy. The latter is often found in groups low in the crop, and you [...] thrips . More difficult, however, is determining the exact identity of the intruder. Because specific knowledge and expertise is a must, only an expert can provide [...] short, a busy, striped insect is probably setosus. If you find a slow, striped insect at the bottom of the crop, there is a good chance you have the dubious

• Premium quality around the world

  March 17, 2023

  Koppert's live products and the growers is as short as possible. With more than 100 distribution countries, Koppert is equipped to receive, store, and dispatch [...] Koppert's daily mission is to provide its customers with the best possible solutions. It's a commitment that goes beyond product quality. After all, no [...] microbials – all natural products – delivered to customers alive and kicking is not exactly the easiest task in the world. That task becomes even more complex

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  August 18, 2021

  Biological control is much more effective if you have a clear picture of what is happening. You should establish whether the infestation is getting worse or [...] systematically keeping track of how the situation is developing – is therefore crucial. In fact, this is the cornerstone of effective biological control [...] particular insect is present, and some types of pheromone traps can play a role in pest control. The use of attractants in this application is aimed at catching

• Bumblebee stings

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• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  discolor and shrink, which is a good indicator that the treatment has been effective! The level of damage to your crop is also a good indicator of whether [...] host is eaten from the inside out. The bacteria start by liquefying the innards, and then the nematodes slurp up the contents. At the end all that is left [...] left is the shell, which is why you will see the caterpillar or larva turn yellowish brown to brown over time, and shrink. Caterpillars are usually juicy