• The How and Why of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  efficacy. Some beneficial mites can feed on pollen or food mites; some beneficial bugs on special food based on moth eggs. Augmentative releases of beneficial [...] side-effects and the impact it will have on the ecosystem you have built up so carefully with IPM. We have made this easy for you – you can just head over [...] work 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

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  effectiveness in biological pest control , specifically targeting aphids . This beneficial insect is widely employed in integrated pest management (IPM) [...] ( Aphidend ). Open the bottle in the greenhouse Place the bottle directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the plants Do not scatter [...] gall-midges will leave the bottle and spread The dosage of Aphidend depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular

• Picusan

  the trap, they cannot escape and are easy to detect, count and identify. This effectively reduces the reproductive potential of the population. Presentation [...] Pheromone and kairomone can be used simultaneously Application Place Picusan traps on the ground at least 5 metres away from the palm trees Replace the pheromones

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection [...] (Delia Antiqua). The partnership with Koppert also has strengthened his view on organic farming. It also gives him the opportunity to grow alongside Koppert [...] chemical-free farming is an inevitable trend, and he is determined to prepare for this new phase of sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example,

• Leading farmers in climate-smart horticulture

  October 18, 2022

  data on vegetable varieties on behalf of commercial seed companies through being administered by Stellenbosch University. To keep up to date on future [...] re On 20 th October we celebrated the opening of the brand new HortiDemoCentre at Stellenbosch University. Koppert South Africa has been working on this [...] retailers. The HortiDemoCentre will not only focus on the improvement of farming methods, but by focusing on the entire value chain, markets for the products

• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  passionate about agriculture and helping other women to find their feet within this space. One of the insights we loved was something that can easily be missed [...] scientists. “Agriculture has become a highly specialised industry that rely on technology and innovation to grow and become more sustainable. There is a [...] the person to talk to when it comes to skills and training. Having grown up on a farm herself, she now serves the agricultural industry through her role

• Plant Health

  they transfer sugars to the root system, stimulating the soil food web. This interaction releases essential minerals, enabling the formation of complete [...] biomass development of roots and shoots. They also exhibit suppressive effects on certain pathogens. Amino acids: building blocks for plant performance Amino [...] contribute to plant growth and health. Their optimal functioning depends on factors such as humidity, available food sources, pH, and the absence of toxic

• Crop Protection

  solutions. No chemical residues Biologicals leave little to no residues on crops. This enhances food safety and reduces the risk of pesticide residues in the [...] resilience while minimizing adverse effects on ecosystems and human well-being. Biological crop protection relies on nature's own mechanisms to control pests [...] protection provides effective pest and insect management without relying solely on chemicals. Predatory insects , predatory mites , parasitic wasps , beneficial

• Understanding the importance of scouting for successful IPM in Macadamia Orchards

  September 26, 2024

  strategies based on your findings. 8. Follow-up actions Based on your findings, make any necessary adjustments to pest management strategies. This may involve [...] Funnel trap), and chemical controls when necessary. This multi-faceted approach minimizes reliance on any single method and enhances overall effectiveness [...] yourself with the common pests and their natural enemies in macadamia orchards. This knowledge helps in identifying both pest problems and potential biological

• Koppert One

  Assistant, Koppert One turns complex information into clear, actionable insights. This helps you optimize your Integrated Pest Management strategy, improve crop [...] application support is coming soon. Gain insights into pesticide side effects on beneficial insects and pollinators Pesticides can impact natural enemies and