• Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

  production. We are very proud of this achievement." At Rancho Los Pinos, they have set out to continue implementing policies and technology to minimise e [...] centers in San Quintín and Vizcaíno, Baja California, Rancho Los Pinos sets the standard for vegetable production, packing, and marketing in northwestern [...] Renowned for quality and committed to sustainability and workforce well-being, they are a benchmark in the industry. Founded in 1950 by Don Luis Rodríguez

• Written in GrowerTalks: "BioSolutions for Propagators" by Jeremy Webber

  December 3, 2024

  biological programs and integrated pest management (IPM). For more information about building an effective bioprogram, contact Jeremy at jwebber@koppert.com [...] bioprogram can have on all stages of the propagation process, including stock plants, rooting, and bulking up for shipping. It’s an grower-centric read [...] for Koppert US. Prior to his work at Koppert, he rose through several New England production facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial

• From Grower To Biological Pest Control Expert

  June 2, 2026

  Keeping It Green welcomed Jeremy Webber, Ornamental Consultant Team Manager for Koppert US, as the featured industry expert in their Season 4, Episode 4 broadcast [...] strategies. As experienced growers themselves, Koppert’s ornamental consultants know how to put all the pieces together to make a program work. Jeremy Webber [...] broadcast. The episode aired on May 14, 2026 and is available on their website and popular podcast destination. Hosts Sandy Feather and Tim Abbey sit down

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  action. By employing insect traps, such as sticky traps and pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. Benefits [...] monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are crucial [...] practices that can determine the success or failure of a harvest. These essential techniques provide growers with insights into the health and growth of their crops

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  Drone , are steadily helping an increasing number of growers to professionalize the biological control of their crops, Natutec Drive will improve the dispersal [...] insects in the correct dosage and uniformly over multiple crop rows. Koppert has taken great care to ensure that the Natutec Drive module can be used as a customized [...] optimizing the success of our biocontrol products. It also results in significant labour and cost saving benefits for growers and is completely safe. At present

• Koppert One

  performance, and achieve more sustainable and profitable results. Go to web app Apply nematodes at the right moment with Timing Expert Timing can make or break [...] Koppert One - Digital platform for biological crop protection Koppert One is your all-in-one digital platform designed to simplify and strengthen biological [...] biological crop protection . By combining expert knowledge, smart tools, and real-time data, it empowers growers to make faster, more confident decisions.

• Ten facts about Fusarium

  December 9, 2021

  results in wilting and rotting areas that you can see at the base of the plant, the stem, or on the fruit. The most common type, Fusarium oxysporum , comprises [...] . This is especially harmful for food crops, as these may contain only very low concentrations of these substances. Once the plant has been infected with [...] However, Fusarium is quick to develop resistance. The beneficial soil-borne fungus Trichoderma harzianum T-22 , sold as the product Trianum , can help prevent

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  job The nematodes in Entonem ( Steinernema feltiae ) and Capsanem ( Steinernema carpocapsae ) penetrate into insect larvae, such as caterpillars . You [...] out. The bacteria start by liquefying the innards, and then the nematodes slurp up the contents. At the end all that is left is the shell, which is why [...] dry. If looked at through a microscope, you will see the small nematodes wriggling inside the caterpillar. Infected larvae in a humid environment can quickly

• Just How Compostable are Ulti-Mite Sachets?

  October 23, 2019

  e Not all materials degrade as quickly as an apple or tomato. To keep degradation of these materials in a specific time frame, we lend nature a helping [...] difficult to duplicate equal composting conditions in a greenhouse or on a field as conditions cannot be regulated. When an Ulti-Mite sachet, for example, is [...] concept; an optimal breeding system for our predatory mites that´s resistant to low and high humidity conditions. What is the difference between biodegradable

• Spotted Wing Drosophila

  General Since the start of its invasion in 2008/2009, the spotted wing drosophila, which is originally from Asia, has spread extensively in North and South America [...] America and Europe where it has caused severe yield losses in many berry crops, cherries and grapes. Damage symptoms After oviposition, the respiration [...] extend from the fruit but are difficult to see. Larval feeding in the fruit leads to fruit tissue collapse. Even if the fruits have not collapsed, the occurrence