• Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  July 20, 2020

  mites in these places. This is also where you’ll be able to see whether your strategy is effective or not. If it is, the affected areas won’t grow in size [...] advice is to check the status twice a week. But of course, in acute situations, it can’t hurt to do more checks until you’re sure the matter is under control [...] your IPM strategy is having an effect. Simply take a magnifying glass to quickly see how Spical is doing. Spider mites often develop in hot spots, so you

• Beneficial nematodes; the natural move towards biological crop protection

  April 5, 2023

  full overview of the targeted pests. For growers, one of the main incentives to use nematode products is the diminishing role and performance of chemical crop [...] become resistant to them. In addition, the list of prohibited pesticides is growing. Special characteristics The beneficial nematodes in our product Casea have [...] Capirel and Casea in AGRI-ready large formats. These new products provide two fast-acting biological solutions for the control of a broad range of pests.

• Bayer's New 7.5 Acre Corn Breeding Greenhouse

  March 9, 2020

  corn breeding greenhouse in North America, if not the world. Koppert Biological Systems is proud to partner with the best in the business. We are also [...] employees of Bayer and the local public. Furthermore, the event was live streamed across the global Bayer network. This event marked the opening of the most [...] After almost three years of working with Koppert Biological Systems to develop biological control strategies for hydroponic corn, Bayer’s new 7.5 acre

• Time For A Tune Up

  March 2, 2026

  getting out of control, and any blind spots in the existing IPM program can be promptly found and remediated. Starting with an overview of the crop and [...] BioSolution in place, Koppert Technical Consultants create a detailed VR based on their in-person observations and conversations. Their report notes what is working [...] viability numerous times in transit to confirm that the product delivered matches the promises made. Koppert is a global supplier of sustainable growing solutions

• Very few greenhouse crops are safe from whitefly

  July 18, 2022

  lowering the risk of infestation. Preferences Although whiteflies are comfortable in various locations, development is faster in some crops than in others. Whiteflies [...] whitefly can survive in various locations and have a wide range of host plants: the insect targets vegetable and ornamental crops under glass in particular. The [...] the greenhouse is more acute than outside, as temperatures inside tend to be higher. This stimulates the development of the infestation. In addition, rain

• Fall Potting Recommendations

  August 13, 2025

  aiding in nutrient accessibility. It is a unique combination of two different Bacillus spp bacteria that can be applied as a spray or drench and is a powerful [...] MICROFLORA SA is applied weekly for enhanced nutrient availability and fast moving results. It is formulated to enhance the natural microbial community in the [...] Koppert brings a weath of plant health research to the industry of the past six years through their world-leading R&D labs and a network of 35+ field consultants

• Pests and Pals Webinar: Watch the Recording Now!

  March 19, 2025

  like aphids and thrips The role of beneficial microbes in protecting crops against pathogens like Fusarium The benefits of proactive biocontrol strategies [...] Biological pest control is revolutionizing the way growers manage pests and pathogens—naturally and sustainably. In collaboration with Farmer Bailey , [...] high-quality solutions for effective pest control. Need guidance? Our team is ready to assist— reach out today !

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  checklist Placement High & horizonal Growing lights in tomato crops Light timetable Points of attention 19:00 Snow 18:00 Place hives above the crop [...] s you can place them lower in the greenhouse. 13:00 Vertical placement will have a negative effect on the development of the hives. 10:00 1! Bumblebees [...] closed for longer than one day unless additional pollen is fed to the bees. Bumblebee pollination of preferably at least 4 hours per day 12:00 11:00 Monitor

• Phil Gerry at CAES Symposium at UCONN

  September 3, 2025

  the topic of managing some of the most troubling pests in garden mum and poinsettia production. The Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station is the first [...] experiment station in the United States. Founded in 1875, it’s an independent state agency whose main mission is research. Acquired knowledge is shared through [...] New Haven, CT. Advance registration is required. More information is available on the event web page . Phil Gerry is a Technical Sales Consultant for Koppert’s

• Event to Raise Global Plant Health Awareness

  December 16, 2019

  s, and the future of food production. Speakers and panel discussions on these themes are expected to attract experts in the field of science, agriculture [...] Year of Plant Health , Koppert Biological Systems, CABI* and Wageningen University will be organizing an international event under the banner of ‘Plant [...] & Bioscience’ at the World Forum in The Hague, from 9-11 September 2020. The three-day event will address a number of horticultural and agricultural themes