• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  come in a long-storage, biodegradable carrier in a formulation that is easy to dilute and safe to handle. 'Using nematodes against wireworms is a pretty [...] A combination of a biological fungicide and beneficial nematodes is proving to be the answer for many potato growers in Europe. Recent trials using Trianum [...] controls the diseases. Together they have a winning act!' Cyrille points out that these are beneficial nematodes, a subgroup of the nematode group that only

• Bumblebee stings

  for diagnosing or treating a health problem as it is not a substitute for medical care. If you have or suspect you may have a health problem, please consult [...] Piqûres de bourdons et allergies Picaduras y alergias a los abejorros Użądleń trzmieli i alergii Hummelstiche und Allergien Hommelsteken en allergieën [...] consult medical care. Ces informations sont uniquement fournies à titre informatif et ne doivent en aucun cas être utilisées pour diagnostiquer ou traiter

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  hand. A humidity of 85% is fine for pollination in a semi-closed greenhouse, while a humidity of more than 80% starts to impede pollination in a conventional [...] maximum temperatures of more than 30° C for a couple of hours has a negligible effect on pollination. However, a full day above 30° C has an immediate effect [...] flower temperature might also play a role; the influence of radiation also needs to be considered. A flower can turn into a marketable fruit when it is pollinated

• Trial_and_Field_results_nematodes_in_fruit_orchards_EN_-_Koppert.pdf

  agriculture and Capirel nematodes helped a lot to control and reduce the pest pressure,’ Michel states. ‘It had a positive effect in the spring and there [...] for users and the formulation is 100% biodegradable. It’s a natural, living solution with a long shelf life in the fridge,’ Michel concludes. ‘Yes, I would [...] to sustainable nematode solutions to protect their orchards against pests – a living, natural solution for their fruit. Koppert has been producing nematodes

• IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future

  August 18, 2021

  possible, chemical if necessary. It is a flexible system that can always be adapted to new circumstances. We provide a summary of the major reasons for the [...] recent years and the development of new chemicals is slowing to a crawl. The result? A shrinking range of chemical control options! The effect of chemical [...] subject to ever tougher demands. You will remain a valued supplier to customers if you are able to grow a healthy crop without being heavily dependent on

• FAQ Nematodes

  need to be packed in a carrier material. This biodegradable carrier material allows a good solubility and a long shelf life for a living product. Is the [...] their host. Once in contact with a host, they try to penetrate it through a body opening. In the host, the nematodes release a bacterium that can kill the host [...] optimum conditions, a nematode can kill an insect in 24-48 hours. Under field conditions, a nematode will first have to look for a host. The effect of

• Beneficial nematodes; the natural move towards biological crop protection

  April 5, 2023

  combat the pests they target. Ambushing nematodes lie in a soil layer or a leaf and wait for a pest insect to pass by. When the prey passes by, the nematodes [...] outdoor vegetables such as cabbage, baby leaves, and lettuce. Click here for a full overview of the targeted pests. For growers, one of the main incentives [...] regarding temperature windows, tolerating both cold and hot temperatures, with a special adaptation for heat and drought resistance since they can be applied

• Reducing plastic pollution: We celebrate World Environment Day

  June 5, 2023

  by 2030. This way we reduce waste for our customers. It is a huge challenge, and we are on a journey championing eco-friendly solutions where we can in [...] World Environment Day is an annual event celebrated on June 5th, serving as a global platform to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues and [...] fostering sustainable practices in our operations. Plastic pollution poses a severe threat to the environment and ecosystems worldwide. Every year, app

• Spot the caterpillar!

  June 28, 2023

  appearance and behavior, but they vary in size. The smallest moth has a wingspan of only one and a half to two millimeters, while the largest butterfly can be as [...] They’re also masters of hide-and-seek. To help you tackle them, we’ve made a helpful list for you. Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths [...] they’ll start to squirm and quickly lower themselves down to the ground on a thread of their own silk. The caterpillars of Tuta absoluta ( tomato leaf miner

• Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars

  June 28, 2023

  to use the pheromones to lure the butterflies and moths to a trap with a sticky surface or a pool of water. In addition to pheromone decoys, there are more [...] inside than outside. The caterpillars of the butterflies and moths can do a lot of damage to these crops, so effective control depends on early identification [...] absolute must-knows. Most butterfly species that are active during the day have a striking color. The nocturnal moths are often an inconspicuous brown and greyish