• Rhyzobug – Your answer to most armoured scale species

  March 29, 2022

  only celebrating a decade of investing in the health, safety, and productivity of South African soil, but we are also moving forward with a value-driven new [...] pursuit of helping our clients partner with nature, we are excited to introduce the newest member of our team. Rhyzobug ( Rhyzobius lophanthae ) is a classic [...] Rhyzobug – Your answer to most armoured scale species Partnering with nature has unending innovation as a result – we must just discover it! Entering 2022

• A decade of investing in South African soil

  August 24, 2022

  celebrate the 10th anniversary of Koppert South Africa – a decade of helping farmers on the sunny tip of Africa become Partners with Nature. After visiting [...] determined Dutchman with a vision to make the world a better place to now employing 20 staff and growing strong, Koppert South Africa is on a mission to help South [...] agriculture and horticulture – they are the salt of the earth. Also, it is great to deliver a product that has a positive impact on people and the planet. That

• Attracker

  efficacy of pesticides, especial when the pest hides in a sheltered place on the crop. Crops All crops. How does Attracker work? Attracker is a solution [...] concentrate (SL). Content Mixture of equal concentrations of sucrose, dextrose and fructose. Preparation Prepare the spray solution of the insecticide according [...] to phytotoxicity, test in a small area before proceding with application. Application Attracker Prepare the spray solution of the crop protection product

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires [...] path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop protection products [...] acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods

• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  into a job with an open mind.” A valuable starting block, or needed reminder, for a career in agriculture. When exploring the possibilities for a career [...] are from the perspective of recruitment and training. Elaine van Niekerk is the Managing Director of Mayfly Agri and has been a specialist in recruitment [...] Continuing in our celebration of Women’s Month we chatted to a few women that are passionate about agriculture and helping other women to find their feet

• The How and Why of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  are of crucial importance. There's a kind of triangular relationship, and each of the three sides of the triangle must receive the same amount of attention: [...] to have sufficient knowledge of diseases and pests on the one hand and the natural enemies on the other. A big part of a holistic approach is also to co [...] between varieties also plays a role in the way pests or diseases develop. As a grower, you can also improve the resilience of crops below and above the soil

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] operates "Explotación de los pardos," where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's [...] while minimizing environmental impact. The future of sustainable agriculture Balbino's journey reflects a broader shift toward sustainable and environmentally

• The five main benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  January 7, 2024

  making it a key player in meeting the demands of the evolving value chain. Choosing IPM is more than a smart move; it's a commitment to a balanced and [...] making it a key player in meeting the demands of the evolving value chain. Choosing IPM is more than a smart move; it's a commitment to a balanced and [...] where the costs of employing biocontrol are justified by the economic damage caused by a pest or disease. This approach ensures a smart use of resources,

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  insect netting at a good rate over a longer period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is [...] the top end of the market. Biological plant protection is an additional pillar that supports this position. ‘This type of plant protection is a godsend for [...] The two partners made a remarkable move – they rented additional greenhouses. These were used to temporarily store a proportion of the growing plants. In

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial building block for the future of organic agriculture, providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly [...] recognizes the need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving [...] role of beneficial insects in their organic farming approach. By introducing predatory mites and other beneficial insects, Lukas has witnessed a boost