• Once Again Koppert and CABI Collaborate

  October 8, 2018

  benefits of Plantwise plant doctors and the use of biological controls as part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Supporting the establishment of local [...] integrated pest management to local farmers. Other key areas of intended collaboration between CABI and Koppert as part of the MoU are: The creation of new biological [...] pest management solutions that ultimately allow farmers to grow more and lose less to agricultural pests and diseases.’ Following the signing of the Memorandum

• Encarsia formosa

  reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides. Life cycle and appearance of Encarsia formosa The development of E. formosa consists of six stages: the egg, [...] role in biological control, particularly in the management of whitefly populations in various agricultural and horticultural settings. This parasitic wasp [...] gardeners aiming to reduce the reliance on chemical pesticides. Encarsia formosa is used for the control of the following pests: Greenhouse whitefly (

• Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

  use of chemical control agents has resulted in the spider mite developing resistance to a wide range of pesticides. Identifying the early signs of spider [...] biological pest control of spider mite infestations, enabling growers to safely control spider mites without the use of chemical pesticides. In 1967, Koppert [...] Introduction to spider mite management Spider mites are a persistent problem in both agricultural and horticultural settings. These tiny arachnids feed

• Beneficial nematodes

  biological control of agricultural pests. Despite their tiny size, these nematodes have had a significant impact on pest management over the past century [...] and are considered beneficial for agriculture, horticulture, and integrated pest management programs. Some of the well-known beneficial nematode species include: [...] plan as needed Video: How to use nematodes Types of nematodes In agriculture the most important types of nematodes are parasitic nematodes. More specifically

• Feltiella acarisuga

  presence of eggs, larvae, pupae, and adults of Feltiella acarisuga , growers can gauge the effectiveness of this biocontrol agent in managing spider mite [...] pest management programs, agricultural and horticultural producers can protect their crops from spider mites while reducing reliance on chemical pesticides [...] adapt the amount of food they consume to the density of the spider mite population. Where there are large, localised concentrations of spider mite, Feltiella

• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  livelihoods of millions of people. It is the decline in soil condition caused by its improper use or poor management, usually for agricultural, industrial [...] raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems and human well-being by addressing the growing challenges in soil management, fighting soil [...] earthworms, to name but a few. A teaspoon of topsoil typically contains a vast range of different species and billions of microorganisms,” Age Tanja, Agronomic

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  Sánchez Fresh is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops [...] Oscar Alvarez, orchard manager of Don Sanchez Fresh, it is important to be patient and develop knowledge about the behavior of beneficial insects and their [...] to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe control of thrips , crystalline spider mites and other

• Crop scouting

  Benefits of crop scouting One of the key benefits of crop scouting is its ability to enable early detection and targeted intervention. By identifying problems [...] real-time field data. By understanding the specific needs of their crops, growers can tailor their management practices, including irrigation schedules, fertilization [...] stages, growers can implement timely and precise solutions, minimizing the risk of yield losses and reducing the need for excessive pesticide or fertilizer use

• Cucumber

  Integrated Pest Management (IPM) in cucumber crops Integrated pest management ( IPM ) is of importance in cucumber cultivation to ensure the health and [...] safeguarding the health and yield of their cucumber crops. Using IPM strategies not only minimizes the use of harmful chemical pesticides but also promotes [...] and productivity of cucumber crops. Cucumbers are exceptionally susceptible to a range of formidable pests, including aphids , leafminers , mealybugs , moths

• Sustainability

  the transition of farmers and growers toward sustainable agricultural practices. We offer sustainable alternatives to harmful chemicals and help reduce [...] sentiment echoes through the words of Peter Maes, Chief Strategy Officer of Koppert, who emphasizes the importance of aligning business practices with [...] essential part of long-term success. To realize this vision, we’re embarking on a journey to enhance the coherence across all aspects of sustainability