• 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 [...] there are various species. These days, the western flower thrips causes the most problems. It pricks cells on the surface of leaves and flowers and sucks [...] on the leaves, which are very characteristic of thrips. Brown dots can often be seen on flowers. The thrips' strongest strategy is to hibernate in the

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  August 18, 2021

  than honeybees. Bumblebees work earlier in the morning and later into the evening hours. Bumblebees work better in tunnels, as they have a better sense of [...] large amounts of pollen onto the bee. In most situations, “buzz-pollination” will allow a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically [...] rainy days, honeybees are less active at low light levels. Bumblebees will fly in winds of up to 40mph (64km/hr). Bumblebees pollinate flowers through a method

• FAQ Beneficial Nematodes

  answers about nematodes in general, their application, formulation and packaging, handling and storage, and regulatory issues. The questions and answers

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 8, 2024

  incorporates a zoom-in effect, emphasizing the capturing and monitoring functionalities of the product. 'The transparent upper part in the packaging now also [...] portfolio, they will also carry the Horiver brand on the packaging.' Horiver sticky traps Among the widely adopted products in the Horiver range are sticky cards [...] enjoy a total makeover. The sticky traps are available on the market under the well-known Horiver brand. Eye-catching pattern The new Horiver design features

• Fall Potting Recommendations

  August 13, 2025

  moving results. It is formulated to enhance the natural microbial community in the rhizosphere, aiding in nutrient accessibility. It is a unique combination [...] that grows with the roots. Apply this amendment at major transitions like new plantings or transplanting. It works best when it’s in the soil early, as [...] research to the industry of the past six years through their world-leading R&D labs and a network of 35+ field consultants throughout the United States

• Quality is Key at Koppert!

  October 14, 2019

  Logistics Next, the mites are packed into different size bottles or sachets; ensuring enough oxygen for the journey to the growers. The packaging machines are [...] Logistic partners across the world are carefully selected and given very specific expedition instructions. Even the way in which the trucks are loaded is specified [...] according to strict procedures. The orders are then stored in climate control rooms or transported to the end-user in climate-controlled conditions. P

• Reducing our CO₂ footprint, one bottle at a time

  August 5, 2025

  sustainable version of our 1L bottle that fits both the environmental goals and the practical needs of growers. The new bottles are made from 50% post-consumer [...] plastic. The material is still ensuring durability and compatibility with our products. The LCA (Life Cycle Analysis) results are clear: the new recycled [...] bottles produce significantly less CO₂. In fact, each new 1L bottle saves up to 39% in CO₂ emissions compared to the earlier virgin plastic version. It’s

• Citripar: user – friendly application and sustainable packaging

  March 31, 2025

  simplifies the application process. The hanging mechanism remains unchanged, enabling easy placement of the product in the crop canopy. The new Citripar [...] Planococcus ficus ) in citrus and grape crops, now features a new packaging designed with the environment and ease of application in mind. The redesigned packaging [...] developing fully sustainable packaging in the future. Citripar is registered for use only in California within the United States. Please verify local regulations

• Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars

  June 28, 2023

  Paysandisia archon. The name of the butterfly or moth doesn’t always tell you everything about the species’ dietary preferences. For example, the cabbage moth [...] plant tissue. The most harmful caterpillars belong to the Noctuidae family (moths), which is also the largest butterfly family. Most moths in this family [...] active at night. The caterpillars don’t usually have a lot of hair, and they pupate in the ground. Another big cause for concern is the Tortricidae family

• World Food Day 2021

  October 15, 2021

  better life’. The United Nations first Food Systems Summit held in Rome last month has called for bold new actions to transform the way the world produces [...] received the World Food Prize in 2019. Land of connections - Resilience Food Stories In this video Sjoerd Wartena tell us how he started a goat farm in France [...] and underwent a metamorphosis in lifestyle by living off the land and sharing knowledge. He started the Terre de Liens in 2003 to buy farms for a growing