• Optimal placement of bumblebee hives

  day. In case of insufficient shade, additional measures should be taken, especially in autumn when the Wireless Beehome System is closed. In times of high [...] entrances may be in the same direction, but away from the crop, with a maximum of two hives grouped together. Protection of the hive To maintain hive efficiency [...] can be taken to increase the productivity of bumblebees: To ensure successful communication between bumblebees and humans, it is crucial to position the

• Bacterial canker of tomato

  structures Use a crop rotation in field crops of at least two years and alternate with a non-host crop Apply deep-ploughing to stimulate the decay of crop residues [...] usually white with a brown centre. In potato, the disease usually only occurs in the second half of the season. The first symptoms are wilting of the lower leaves [...] material. It spreads to other seedlings by touching the plants in greenhouse crops and by water in field crops, for example through splashes of rain or irrigation

• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  damage. Do you want to prevent frost damage next spring, start already this year to create a healthy, energy rich plant. Koppert is using a variety a products [...] crucial role in how quickly a bud or flower freezes. There are multiple possible mechanisms that reduce the freezing temperature of the fluid in the cell. [...] one plant (on the left a one year old branch, on the right a multi-year branch). In the blueberry protocol of Koppert, energy in the plant is the main target

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  August 18, 2021

  an integral part of IPM programs in strawberries and raspberries. In addition to Spidex, Amblyseius californicus ( Spical ) can provide a useful back-up [...] biological control of harmful pests Natutec Drone Use Natutec Drone for the effective and efficient release of a range of biological organisms in record time [...] the Berry industry to find safer, more cost-effective methods to care for their crops. Koppert Biological Systems offers a wide range of beneficial organisms

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  on the underside of the leaf, this is where most fluffy symptoms are found. How to prevent Downey mildew Choose resistant cultivars Use a wide crop rotation [...] Prevent a humid microclimate. Achieve this by lowering crop density, good aeration during propagation and maintaining a warm and dry climate in greenhouses [...] On the underside of the leave fluffy growth appears which is first white and later turns grey-brown. This is actually the sporulation of the pathogens extruding

• NatuGro in strawberry

  crop yields by up to 10 percent. With a proprietary combination of micro-organisms, bio-stimulants and tailored advice more than 85% of growers who have [...] 50 years experience and a lot of R&D efforts The ongoing attempt to discover and utilize natural principles forms the backbone of Koppert’s activities. Koppert [...] Peter decided to dedicated themselves to finding an alternative method of crop protection . Nowadays we provide our biological solutions to more than 100

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  allergic reaction In the event of a fever occurring or a Level 1 reaction, contact a medical provider. The medical provider may choose to keep an eye on the [...] breathing. In this case as well, the victim should be taken to a hospital for treatment and observation immediately. Hyperventilation In addition to a severe [...] used to inject epinephrine into the thigh in the case of a sting. Tests and treatments are available; contact your medical provider for a list of specific

• Ten tips to effectively tackle whitefly

  March 6, 2023

  seek the second opinion of a consultant. Don’t try to reinvent the wheel; plenty of knowledge and expertise exists already! Get in touch with our experts [...] assess the extent of the spread. Are they present on one plant in a corner, or have they spread throughout the crop? If they’re localized to one plant, you [...] able to transmit more than 25 viruses to the plants it feeds off. With some crops, including pepper and tomato, it’s a safe bet that you’ll receive a visit

• The value of Koppert consultants

  service is built on a strong foundation of innovation and expertise: • A market-leading range and production of BCAs • Unmatched access to the world’s largest [...] way it should be. Free. When you work with Koppert, we don't just sell you bugs . You get a network of IPM experts who work for salary, not commission. Koppert [...] strong foundation of innovation and expertise: • A market-leading range and production of BCAs • Unmatched access to the world’s largest privately funded

• In Partnership with Nature

  January 2, 2019

  diminishing at a rapid rate. It is a notoriously difficult material to recycle. In addition to these unfortunate facts, Styrofoam is being banned in many cities [...] sensitive organisms in a box made of cardboard with a synthetic fiber lined with plastic inside. This new packaging has been created in partnership with Tryco [...] commitment to improve its processes and materials. Koppert will save 2,860 pounds of Styrofoam per year. That is a yearly saving of 1.43 tons of Styrofoam