• Bumblebee pollination

  late at night and also at relatively low temperatures (approx. 10°C) or during more cloudy or windy conditions. Bumblebees are more effective in protected [...] Koppert’s bumblebee colonies grow faster and last longer. The hive design developed over the years helps bumblebees to save 20% of the energy usually spent

• Scia-Rid

  bacteria convert the host tissue into a food source, on which nematodes feed, develop, and reproduce inside the host. This kills the pest within a few hours to [...] typically applied at a rate of 2,000,000 nematodes per m². Timing Apply during the last irrigation after casing. Environmental conditions Steinernema feltiae

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  humid microclimate. Achieve this by lowering crop density, good aeration during propagation and maintaining a warm and dry climate in greenhouses. Use hygiene

• Aphids

  black, brown, pink, or red, depending on the species and their stage of development. Some species may have distinctive markings or stripes on their bodies [...] cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults of the same species developing, depending on the conditions. Wingless adult aphids are known as apterous [...] pesticides, remain unchanged and unsorted. The young aphids are born as developed nymphs and begin to feed instantly on plant sap. They grow rapidly and

• Sustainability

  health. Additionally, we actively contribute to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our sustainability vision also includes operational improvements [...] practices with sustainability goals. Our contribution to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals In our increasingly complex world, millions endure poverty, lacking [...] playing a vital role in this endeavor. Understanding the UN's Sustainable Development Goals In 2015, all 193 United Nations member states united under a tr

• Lift Off for Koppert Innovation

  January 14, 2020

  in the space of an hour. The high-tech release system was designed and developed in-house by Koppert’s Technical Department and the patent is now pending [...] experience in large-scale drone operations and precision agriculture to develop and scale solutions for growers. For more information about UAV-IQ and how [...] announce its first demo flight to the public, on Wednesday, January 22 nd during the Farm Tour at the 2020 North American Strawberry Growers Association

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  hive is kept dry. Keep the hive entrance visible for humans and bumblebees during the flowering period. For instance, position the hive on a crate or on a [...] hive. Use of pesticides Exercise caution when using pesticides before and during flowering. Some pesticides can be harmful for pollinating insects and may

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  August 5, 2025

  in the rearing itself, but especially in scaling up to commercial volumes during peak periods. "We have been working on this since we started with Limonica [...] exclusive right, we would not have been able to follow this intensive development route. It enables us to continue investing in improvement and upscaling

• Bedding plants

  These are planted every year and removed after the plant has died down. During winter they are either stocked away or disposed of: tulip, narcissus, gladiolus

• Unprecedented Journey for Future Leaders

  July 24, 2018

  position within a future proof producer of ornamentals . The working language during the course is English and floricultural managers from around the globe are [...] Talks will host two free webinar sessions on this Pro Manager Mastercourse during which the program, conditions for participation and the selection procedure [...] own vision on the future of horticulture and the role of their own company during this course. Based on the visits, meetings, inspirational sessions and feedback