• Long Lasting Protection From Thrips and Whitefly

  July 11, 2018

  of the predatory mites, Amblyseius swirskii in your crop with the same number of sachets! More natural enemies give rise to better distribution throughout [...] crop, resulting in optimum protection. Play your multiplier card too! Smart Growers Use Swirski-Mite LD Thanks to the combination of the doubled number [...] difference. While the number of sachets remains the same, you are investing in a constantly larger population of predatory mites in your crop. This makes

• Rhyzobug FAQ

  Apply in the evening. What is the best application time related to the pest level? As soon as the pest is detected. How do I apply the Rhyzobius lophanthae [...] into the field? Open the cap of the tube and tap the ladybird adults on the plants. On which crops can Rhyzobug be used? Rhyzobug can be used in both [...] Experiences in citrus, grapes, mango, kiwi and blueberries are positive. Who can apply the product into the crop and is it safe to use? Everyone is able to apply

• Podcast with Tech OnDemand: Bill Calkins interviews Jeremy Webber, National Ornamental Team Manager

  December 18, 2024

  experienced teams in the field and in the lab and has a tremendous amount of knowledge regarding modern integrated pest management (IPM) strategies to share. On [...] sustainable agriculture. Be sure to listen to Part II to hear about a few more tactical topics, like gateway pests to start approaching with biocontrol [...] from Jeremy’s article in the 2024 GrowerTalks BioSolutions Guide . Bill Calkins is widely known as the editor of Tech On Demand, the email newsletter discussing

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  and kills caterpillars . Due to the recent increase in caterpillar problems, this hero from history is once again in the spotlight today. Bacillus subtillis [...] essential role in our defence against diseases. Plants are also partly dependent on fungi and bacteria if they are to continue to function well. The roots live [...] related to these ‘passengers.’ Positive Image In fact, it's strange that fungi and bacteria have such a negative image. The reality is that the useful ones

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  September 30, 2024

  category above the rest in the mite production field as it guarantees the optimal establishment of the predatory mites in crops, especially in dry conditions [...] and we have managed to prolong the duration of their efficacy. It’s all about maintaining the moisture in the sachets; keeping the moisture inside without [...] happening now and in the future. At Koppert we are on a mission to change the face of agriculture; to offer our biological solutions to growers as a sustainable

• International Day of Plant Health: Protecting plant health with sustainable solutions

  May 12, 2023

  recognizes the vital role that plants play in our lives. Plants are the foundation of life on Earth. They provide us with the oxygen we breathe, the food we [...] solutions On the 12th of May, the world celebrates International Day of Plant Health , an initiative that aims to raise awareness about the importance of [...] reducing our impact on the environment. On this International Day of Plant Health, we call on everyone to join us in our mission to promote plant health

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] connecting the transmitter to the climate computer. Heat Do not turn the lights on before midnight Screens and filters Place the Natupol hive with the WBH [...] pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00

• What is Thripex Plus?

  May 30, 2018

  Answer to the Challenges of the Future The How and Why of IPM Thripex Plus is nothing to be afraid of, unless you're a pest. Have you recently been to your [...] plants when present in large numbers. They come in many various species depending on the environment and location the plant was grown in. The cucumeris is part [...] arrival to your garden are dead but so are the pests. There is nothing you need to do with the sachet. Now, as for the plant you do need to plant it or

• Why We Do, What We Do

  May 4, 2018

  and diminishes the biodiversity. In our view, the present production systems are coming to an end. This is why we have to go back to the basic principles [...] and horticulture. It's the only responsible way in which to pass on the earth to future generations. Driven by Health To be able to realize sustainable health [...] Future Generations The world population will continue to grow rapidly in the coming years and will exceed the 9 billion mark by the year 2050. It is a

• New Sachet Improves Spider Mite Control

  November 1, 2018

  performance in variable climatic conditions. Compared to other regular paper sachets in the market, the Spical Ulti-Mite foil sachets perform up to three times [...] resulted in a sachet that creates a better environment for the predatory mite to build up its population. The superior quality of the foil ensures the breeding [...] that may affect the mites emerging from it. The sachet is narrower and slightly longer and gives the mites the very best conditions to develop even more