• Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM!

  November 30, 2023

  the family and add on a new size – 125,000! While we could have just made a bigger container and pumped up the numbers, we went back to the drawing board [...] Koppert's 10k and 50k bottle sizes of Entomite-M ( Stratiolaelaps scimitus ) have been staple IPM products for years, and now we're extremely excited to grow the [...] board on our production system and managed to drastically increase the concentration. We're keeping our original formulations but now have the 125k in the

• Blueberry

  biological control and chemical control, as needed. By using non-chemical methods and reducing the use of pesticides, growers can limit their exposure to harmful [...] fungi for space and nutrients and even kill them. At the same time, they strengthen the root system making the plant less vulnerable to infection. Bumblebees [...] numerous pests and diseases that can impact the health and productivity of these plants. IPM focuses on using a combination of methods to manage pest p

• Rhizoctonia solani

  the soil and from there can grow upward. Lesions are brown and rot on fruits is brown, water-soaked and sunken. Late infection causes top leaves to curl up [...] rain, water, machinery and tools and in soil particles and via movement of plant parts. The fungus grows from plant to plant and from the soil upward, therefore [...] differ between crops. On the diseased areas, sclerotia can be seen, but they vary in size and colour and are therefore not a good feature to determine the cause

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  dependent on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Bumblebees and honeybees are able to complement each other's pollination work and can therefore [...] before opening the little doors to give the bumblebees to time to become calm again. Transportation and shaking movements can make the bumblebees restless. Protect [...] hive entrance visible for humans and bumblebees during the flowering period. For instance, position the hive on a crate or on a stack of stones. Flowering

• Next generation to lead family business Koppert

  November 18, 2021

  focused on the long term and think in terms of generations. We will continue to create the company’s future together, to safeguard our core values and – above [...] above all – to continue to work towards our vision and make a positive impact on agriculture,’ says the future CEO, René Koppert. Paul Koppert, Henri Oosthoek [...] total number to eight members, in order to transfer responsibilities in a natural way and to safeguard the valuable experience, continuity and customer interests

• Predatory mites

  Video: How to use predatory mites How many predatory mites do I need? The dosage and frequency of predatory mites depends on climate, crop and pest density [...] beneficial arthropods used in pest control to manage and reduce populations of harmful pests in various agricultural and horticultural settings. These tiny [...] do predatory mites control? Predatory mites are known to control a variety of pests including spider mites , thrips , whitefly and fungus gnats. Some predatory

• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  predatory mite controls larvae of sciarid flies (fungus gnats), thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base [...] plant stems and offer a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Stratiolaelaps scimitus for pest control Stratiolaelaps [...] springtails, nematodes and other small soil-dwelling organisms. The larvae do not feed. Nymphs and adults prey mainly in the upper 1-2 cm of the soil. Adult

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  countries for many years, and continues to give excellent results. Growers have reported consistent performance to the same high standard. How Trianum works Trianum [...] fungicides are normally needed to control root disease. Long lasting protection Trianum works preventatively and needs to be applied to the crop as early as possible [...] giving soil pathogens no room to establish. Competition for nutrients Trianum and soil-borne plant pathogens both feed on the nutrients contained within

• Amblyseius swirskii

  according to the prey eaten, and varies from almost lucent whitish to opaque white or yellow. Due to their size and colour they are difficult to spot in [...] species and whitefly eggs and larvae. By consuming multiple life stages of these pests, Amblyseius swirskii effectively controls thrips and whitefly. Feeding [...] Predatory mites pierce their prey and suck out the contents. In addition to thrips and whiteflies, Amblyseius swirskii preys on several other small organisms

• The How and Why of IPM

  April 4, 2019

  Database Page ) To achieve all this, you must have sufficient knowledge of diseases and pests on the one hand and the natural enemies on the other. You [...] triangle must receive the same amount of attention: You strengthen and protect the crop. You tackle diseases and pests. You strengthen and protect the population [...] below and above the soil surface in various ways, for example with plant enhancers and useful soil fungi and bacteria. Afterwards, you should try to prevent