• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  nematodes produced by Koppert has been selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their [...] Casea 3 Billion/ha Capirel 3 Billion/ha Effective control of bean seed fly in beans (Delia platura) Capirel efficacy (% damage reduction compared to untreated [...] The nematodes feed on the digested tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect stops feeding soon after being infested, and

• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  Tanja, Agronomic Developer at Koppert, states. These diverse organisms interact with one another, with plants and animals in the ecosystem, forming a complex [...] cultivated in ways that often harm the soil. “Our cities are also growing rapidly. More and more land is constantly being transformed into urban areas. In these [...] healthy ecosystems and human well-being by addressing the growing challenges in soil management, fighting soil biodiversity loss, increasing soil awareness

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  on a gerbera flower In the top ten of infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near the top. Western flower thrips , in particular, occasionally [...] thrips' strongest strategy is to hibernate in the soil or substrate, meaning they can strike very early in the spring. Quick response to early outbreaks

• Tomato Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis

  May 30, 2019

  prevention is better than cure. In addition to the measures mentioned above, applying sulfur is also a good idea. Keep in mind, however, that some natural [...] depends heavily on the circumstances. But every grower must have something in their bag of tricks to defend against the fungal diseases mildew and Botrytis [...] strategy provides the greatest chance of success. Botrytis Botrytis , known in horticulture as "gray mold", is a challenge for almost every grower. This

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

  March 3, 2023

  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 moisture inhibits both [...] digestion. The crop also has an impact – in tomatoes, for example, the infestation develops more slowly than in a crop like cucumber. The presence of natural [...] mites untouched. This impacts the biological balance in the crop. Finally, there is a difference in the development speed between different species of spider

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  is not yet known in many cases. What's certain is that plant resistance is strongly related to these ‘passengers.’ Positive Image In fact, it's strange [...] kills caterpillars . Due to the recent increase in caterpillar problems, this hero from history is once again in the spotlight today. Bacillus subtillis and [...] root diseases such as Pythium and Fusarium . In short, there's every reason to see fungi and bacteria in a much more positive light. They're extremely

• Show Whitefly a Yellow Card

  August 10, 2021

  With summer temperatures up in the high 70s and high 90s in some places, pests like whitefly are thriving. That's why it's particularly important to show [...] growers an early indication of the pests in their greenhouses and the opportunity to find the right biological solution in good time. Timely intervention can [...] your consultant about the best approach if you detect whitefly or other pests in your crop. Outstanding quality Independent research has established that Horiver

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  August 18, 2021

  what works best in their crop and under their conditions. Experience shows that perseverance leads to results, even in difficult cases. In other words: slow [...] system for sustainable cultivation, in which you minimize use of chemicals; that is integrated pest management (IPM) in a nutshell. You can fully adapt this [...] meet the requirements of your customers? Call in help: a consultant you trust and who is well versed in the field of IPM. Work with the consultant to draw

• Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

  July 6, 2020

  mite population. The predatory mites’ strength lies in how these two beneficials work together. In outdoor crops only the curative treatment with Spidex [...] Spider mite and thrips are pests that are bound to turn up in strawberry cultivation. So how can you keep them at bay? Don’t panic: there are various natural [...] predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus . The younger stages of the spider mite are in particular danger if this predatory mite is on the prowl. The predatory mite

• Predatory Mites Whitepaper

  and A. andersoni. In a healthy, good growing plant canopy the humidity close to the leaf surface, where the mites live, is higher than in the surrounding [...] shown in this Information sheet are made based on the current knowledge and our experience. Successful biological control depends on many factors in addition [...] mite for which pest under which conditions? Whitepaper Introduction Koppert sells a range of phytoseiid mites that can be used to control several pests