• Koppert Actively Participates in the Legal Cannabis Market

  December 20, 2019

  Hundred percent biological cultivation There are a number of pests that target cannabis plants. Aphids are the main pest, but thrips , spider mites , whitefly [...] whitefly , fungus gnats , broad mites , and leaf miners are also pests that must be controlled. Erik van Santen explains: "Many large production companies [...] If they cultivate cannabis for medicinal use to produce CBD oil (which is what almost all companies do), then the product must be cultivated using biological

• Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages

  April 16, 2019

  mentioned in this article are available in the United States. Call your local consultant to find out which ones are and what are best substitutes to reach [...] only pollinators that are important, or are there other factors to take into consideration? First stage: bud initiation There are a few critical periods [...] Systems Blueberries and bio-stimulants are a strong combination, especially during the spring, when plants are flowering, and pollination is taking place:

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 5, 2024

  to research stations in the UK and eventually Switzerland where he found what he was looking for - the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis .’ Back home [...] cucumber crop and soon neighbour growers and others became curious about what he was doing in his greenhouse. At first they were sceptical, but after repeated [...] the first to offer a biological solution in the market, and years later, we are still rearing this incredibly useful mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis , and many

• High-tech Insect Production

  January 12, 2021

  the layout and logistics routing be designed? What is needed to rear insects and what central facilities are required for this purpose?" Jansen names some [...] the departments are physically separated from one other. "This is very far-reaching: almost all technical aspects of the greenhouse are placed outside the [...] of regular contractors and system fitters on-site. They are always fully briefed and know what’s expected of them." One of Koppert’s partners is KUBO Greenhouse

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  April 16, 2019

  cucumeris Thripex-Plus Neoseiulus cucumeris Thripex-V Neoseiulus cucumeris What is Thripex Plus? Entonem Steinernema feltiae Horiver Wetstick Horiver Rollertrap [...] occidentalis damage on phalaenopsis A quick response is required if thrips are to be brought under control. A small spot with thrips can become a real i [...] problem spreads: the higher the temperature it is, the more active the thrips are and the faster they multiply. This is why the insects feel so at home in a

• Our new branding: inspired by nature

  September 10, 2021

  ies, connecting customers and partners who are willing to contribute to a better world,’ adds Maes. ‘We are convinced that we can be part of the solution [...] We are proud to present our new logo and branding! Koppert has grown and evolved tremendously since we were founded. Therefore, after 30 years it was time [...] of people and the planet by partnering with nature has led us to where we are today: a solid purpose-driven organization with strong core values. Our new

• Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

  pursuit to help growers biologically control pests in their outdoor crops, we are excited to introduce the newest member to our family: Rhyzobug ( Rhyzobius [...] is able to predate on several armoured scales species. It is easy to see what they have eaten by checking the scales on iirregular holes. Easy application [...] It’s recommended to start introduction as soon as the first armoured scales are detected. You apply it in the evening and tap the beetles directly onto the

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  April 9, 2019

  of what is happening. You should establish whether the infestation is getting worse or diminishing, or whether the beneficials feel at home and are reproducing [...] other pests, however, sticky traps are an essential monitoring tool. Flying insects such as thrips and whitefly are often first seen on the sticky trap [...] or deteriorating. Pheromone traps ( Deltatrap Product Page ) are another tool. These are traps that contain attractants, which adult insects (usually males)

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  Whitefly Swirskii Predatory Mite Not All That Demanding Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To? Swirski-Mite can be seen as a kind of insurance. You can [...] can never be sure whether you will need to deal with thrips , but you are always ready - just in case. Biological control also offers major advantages: [...] the fact is that some active ingredients - and certainly the excipients - are toxic to plants. They inhibit enzyme processes, damage the waxy layer, and

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