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

practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually [...] sees opportunities for traditional methods to evolve. Moreover, consumers are becoming increasingly critical. Society expects more and more that agriculture [...] environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are safe. Future of biological crop protection Koen advocates for a cautious approach

Pear

the apple and quince. The genus Pyrus consists of around 22 species, which are grown in Asia, Europe and northern Africa. The European or common pear is [...] produces a pyriform, fleshy fruit. Pear trees can grow as tall as 9 metres and are able to produce fruit for around 20 years.

Maize

ovuliferous inflorescences, also specified as ears, which are fruit, producing kernels. These kernels are often incorrectly referred to as seeds. Maize kernels

Chrysanthemum

propagation and production. The current, commercially cultivated chrysanthemums are more striking than the wild varieties. The flower heads can look like daisies [...] genus consists of many hybrids and an extensive range of cultivars that are produced for commercial, horticultural purposes. Traditionally, yellow is

Rhyzobug

feed on all stages of armoured scale insects. Visual effect Small scales are consumed entirely. In larger scales feeding damage is visible as irregular [...] particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first armoured scales are detected in the crop. Introduction rates in outdoor crops typically range [...] your situation. Environmental conditions Optimal temperatures for Rhyzobug are around 25°C (77°F). Lower temperature slows down the development of Rhyzobius

Cucumber

fruit, therefore in botanical terms they are classified as berries. However, like tomatoes and squash, cucumbers are often regarded, prepared and eaten as

Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

of infestation and can see at a glance whether or not the natural enemies are keeping things under control. There is intensive remote contact with the Koppert [...] We see exactly what the level of infestation is and how natural enemies are working.’ The Scout app also means less time spent organizing biological plant [...] is and how it is evolving. It also allows us to see if the natural enemies are curbing an infestation or if we need to shift strategy in any way. We have

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually [...] sees opportunities for traditional methods to evolve. Moreover, consumers are becoming increasingly critical. Society expects more and more that agriculture [...] environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are safe. Future of biological crop protection Koen advocates for a cautious approach

Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

for quality and committed to sustainability and workforce well-being, they are a benchmark in the industry. Founded in 1950 by Don Luis Rodríguez Aviña, [...] along with 55 hectares of open-field Brussels sprouts annually. These crops are distributed to markets in Asia, Europe, North America, and domestically. The [...] food and nearly eliminate pesticides in tomato and cucumber production. We are very proud of this achievement." At Rancho Los Pinos, they have set out to

Diglyphus isaea

to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first mines are visible in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-3 per m [...] isaea leave their dead host and crawl back into the mine to pupate. There are three larval instars: the first is colourless and transparent, the second [...] stage: The pupa lies between the upper and lower epidermis of the leaf which are held apart by six pillars, made by the larva from its faeces. This is probably