• Sustainable Cultivation Goes Much Further than Pests and Natural Enemies

  April 23, 2018

  Corporate Marketing. The latest techniques and technology are growing in importance in response to Koppert's broaderfield of work. ‘If we can get to know and [...] residues are a threat to food safety, and both chemicals and artificial fertilizers are products of the petrochemical industry which relies on mineral oil [...] continuing to gain ground in major crops such as maize, soya, and sugar cane. Drones with cameras and sensors will soon be used to detect pest hotspots in the

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  need to shift strategy in any way. We have greater insight into what is happening in the crop and how natural enemies are developing, allowing us to implement [...] whitefly per square metre or a few thrips in your plant, there is little to be concerned about – and little sense in the software reporting these kinds of [...] faster thanks to the scanner’s digital image recognition and the link to the Koppert dashboard. You can very quickly generate analyses in the form of clear

• International series ‘Plants for Life, Plants to Survive’

  January 22, 2021

  consumers like, and food they want to eat. This may sound a bit altruistic, futuristic, and too good to be true. But there are plenty of farmers in the world [...] for Life, Plants to Survive’ in December to highlight the importance of plant health and how it is linked to human health. Inspiring In this series, keynote [...] people’ took place on December 22, and the upcoming 2 nd session will focus on soil health. When we walk on the ground, we are really walking on the roof top

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  the soil is wet and the solution penetrates better. ‘This product is very easy to apply. In addition, it was a huge advantage not to have to wait for the [...] the job very well.’ Easy to use and no residue Beneficial nematodes are a broad spectrum biocontrol solution. They are sprayed on crops using commonly used [...] systems in the same way that conventional pesticides are introduced, making them easy to use. In this way, they can replace conventional pesticides in many

• RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

  excellent tool for people with and without experience in biological plant protection. ‘On an entertaining note: I had to learn to trust the improved version [...] company's six locations in Voorne-Putten. In total, this amounts to a 28-hectare area. Jan has used the Natutec Scout app since its market launch. Last year [...] the chance of mistakes in biological plant protection is now much smaller. We have tested the app extensively and plan to use it in all our locations here

• Ten tips to effectively tackle whitefly

  March 6, 2023

  lifespans, and distribution throughout the plant differ. Know which biological control to use and when. In addition to damage by feeding on crops, whitefly [...] contaminate the leaves and fruits and transmit viruses. The tobacco whitefly is infamous for being able to transmit more than 25 viruses to the plants it feeds [...] pest you have to deal with and the control strategy. Here’s what you need to know. Whitefly can spread extremely quickly. It’s important to scout your crop

• Designed with growers in mind

  February 22, 2023

  can be helpful when sorting a delivery consisting of different products. And for customers who use multiple products at once, it will be easier to navigate [...] navigate the products and methods they need to use to achieve the best results in crop protection . Barcodes Barcodes have been added to all packaging, enabling [...] photography and use of green as our main color bring our products to life. Even more importantly, our new product branding is designed with growers in mind.

• Koppert Experts To Appear At Cultivate ’25

  June 26, 2025

  problems on incoming cutting material to IPM strategies in propagation, and pest control into spaced and finishing production for both mums and poinsettias [...] systems, and what it takes to be successful on the ground from year to year. Jeremy rose through several New England production facilities, and was Director [...] experienced researchers and horticulture experts gather to share the knowledge and tools attendees need to become more efficient and productive with their IPM programs

• Guarantee a Flying Start to Great Pollination

  May 1, 2018

  bumblebees are certified by the Michigan Department of Agriculture to be disease- and pest-free. Koppert QUAD pollination units are light weight, easy to handle [...] outer unit. Quad units are designed with the appropriate ventilation and insulation required to allow bumblebees to acclimate to environmental conditions [...] technical staff are readily available to answer any questions on general pollination or use of the QUAD units. In which crops can Quad bumblebees be used? Blueberry

• Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

  July 6, 2020

  Keep a Close Eye on Thrips Ten Facts About Thrips Biocontrol for Spider Mites Spider mite and thrips are pests that are bound to turn up in strawberry cultivation [...] of preventative and curative treatments can keep spider mite fully under control. There are two star products to choose from: Spidex and Spical-Plus . Spidex [...] climate is warm and dry, then Spical-Plus is preferred, as the predatory mites’ greater resistance to heat and drought means they are better able to control the