• Koppert is Investing in Smarter Scouting

  May 29, 2019

  processes of manually scouting crops is very important, it is time-consuming and error-sensitive. That is why Koppert is developing the scout-app, which will [...] Horiver sticky traps in their greenhouses. The scout-app can identify whitefly , thrips , Sciaria, and Nesidiocoris tenuis. It is also possible to manually [...] enter sticky trap and crop data in the app. The generated data will then be displayed in an online dashboard. This dashboard is based on a map that growers

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  some key tips to ensure bumblebee colonies thrive in low temperatures: Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring [...] the hives above the crop. Managing humidity in winter While dehumidifying tunnels/greenhouses in winter, it's essential to keep an eye on the bumblebees [...] incubating the brood when it gets colder. Balancing pollination activity and climate To achieve the best pollination results, it's essential to allow the

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 8, 2021

  Manager Angel Angelov. "When it comes to the even distribution of Koppert’s predatory insects , it’s in a class of its own. It also fits perfectly into our [...] ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. "It was a brilliant move [...] approach to cultivation. At Dyson farming, it’s all about innovation." Dyson Farming is the biggest private landowner in the United Kingdom and grows a variety

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience in the production and [...] al practices that can be implemented in open field crops. This is confirmed by Chula Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas, [...] has reduced its chemical load to historic lows and implemented biological control programs in more than four papaya production orchards in Mexico. This

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  pests and diseases is not only applied in greenhouses, but increasingly in outdoor crops too. Nowadays it is the major control method in Integrated Pest [...] not available, it became a worldwide pest. In 1888, the lady beetle, Rodolia cardinalis , was collected in Australia and introduced in 57 countries, saving [...] when they occur in cultivated crops where natural control is insufficient. Early biocontrol Biological control is a common practice in agriculture and

• Trianum can hold its ground

  February 2, 2023

  The Trichoderma harzianum T-22 fungus in Trianum is incredibly hardy. It can be used in combination with many other products, and even the use of most [...] germination or mycelium growth. It is, therefore, important to check whether a combination of biological and chemical agents is a wise choice. Does the combination [...] fungi in Trianum are quite persistent. Especially once the fungal mycelium has 'conquered' the roots of a crop, there is little that moves it. Please

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  somewhat less keen on it. Spidex Vital still has to prove itself in such dry conditions. I want to see what happens. However, it is a new product and Koppert [...] three-hectare farm in Pijnacker, the Netherlands, the predatory mite has always been a reliable beneficial. ‘I use it to combat spider mite in combination with [...] changer in spider mite control As Koppert is able to control the production conditions even better now, this increases delivery security which is yet another

• CEICKOR Celebrates its 15th Anniversary

  March 5, 2020

  future in agriculture and horticulture. It's these collaborations that bond us together as we work in partnership with nature. CEICKOR Celebrates its 15th [...] students are taught both in classrooms and greenhouses, and they live in campus residences in an educational environment. In this way, they gain and strengthen [...] products, materials and new production techniques. In 2015, the institution took a new step in its history with the creation of the CEICKOR University

• What is Thripex Plus?

  August 18, 2021

  present in large numbers. They come in many various species depending on the environment and location the plant was grown in. The cucumeris is part of [...] enough that a child or pet may encounter it. This encounter does not necessarily mean that there is danger but it is always best to avoid these encounters [...] pests. There is nothing you need to do with the sachet. Now, as for the plant you do need to plant it or find a nice spot for it and water it accordingly

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  bumblebees in regulating their climate in hot weather conditions. Bumblebee hives with a sustainable future Plant pollinator interaction in hot temperatures [...] The challenge of hot temperatures We understand the vital role that bumblebees play in pollination , especially in hot temperature conditions. As temperatures [...] cool in hot summer conditions to be able to function optimally and carry out their valuable pollination work. Best practice for pollination in hot temperatures