Knowing & recognizing

simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects need to be considered. The need for knowledge has been recognized by Koppert for over [...] scientific discoveries concerning beneficial microorganisms have led to new practical solutions for growers. This updated edition of Knowing and recognizing [...] des and biostimulants that increase the plant’s resilience to stress and help the plant to grow better and remain healthier. Koppert believes that sharing

Crop Protection

chemical bans, growers can develop expertise to fine-tune their pest management practices. Growers will be ready to meet future challenges with confidence and [...] benefits. Lower risk to human health Biological crop protection poses minimum to no risks to growers and consumers. It reduces exposure to toxic chemicals, [...] t interval – Safe to apply up to harvest with no waiting period. Low resistance risk – Pests typically do not develop resistance to natural enemies. Supports

Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

consumer zero residue. Trianum has proven to be a good solution that eliminates the need to use pesticides to control diseases at the soil level in industrial [...] introduction of mechanical harvesting, we were forced to change our way of producing and we decided to introduce new means that help protect the roots. It [...] soil fungi that considerably reduce their productivity and profitability. To optimize the use of Trianum-P in industrial crops, Koppert Portugal has carried

Blueberry

protect the plants against these diseases can be applied to the growing medium when the plants are being grown under permanent protection, where they will [...] focuses on using a combination of methods to manage pest populations, which includes pest monitoring, cultural practices, biological control and chemical control [...] limit their exposure to harmful chemicals and minimise the negative impact on the environment. Various beneficial organisms can be used for the control

Tomato

tomato crops but also contributes to integrated pest management (IPM) practices. The use of bumblebees contributes to sustainable pest control and promotes [...] pollinators are often lacking and, therefore, need to be compensated with the release of managed pollinators. Due to their structure, tomato flowers are not easily [...] fertilized with pollen, leading to the formation of healthy fruits. To encourage pollination in tomato crops, growers need to create pollinator-friendly e

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

would be too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain [...] is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods can no longer be applied. "10 [...] stemmed from both practical considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

integrated pest management tools. "You have to be patient and lose your fear. You need the help of Koppert consultants to know which substances affect the performance [...] control of pests and diseases in crops such as raspberries, led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result [...] and entomopathogenic fungi, among others, in order to ensure sustainable production that allows them to continue accessing export markets where entry barriers

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

would be too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain [...] is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods can no longer be applied. "10 [...] stemmed from both practical considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

re, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are crucial practices that can determine the success or failure of [...] growers with insights into the health and growth of their crops, enabling them to take proactive measures and optimize their yield. Crop monitoring and scouting [...] a close inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests, diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification and prompt action. By

Pollination

Lucilia sericata flies , offers a multitude of benefits to growers around the world. These flies prove to be efficient pollinators, finding their role in a diverse [...] of pollen from the anthers of the flower to the stigma of the flower. If the pollen is transferred from anther to stigma on the same flower it is called [...] one flower to the stigma of another flower on the same plant or on another plant. Many flowers require insects such as bumblebees or flies to transfer the