• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  have acquired knowledge and skills to be able to identify pests such as whitefly , red spider mite and thrips in time and release in a timely manner the [...] thanks to biological control," said Salazar. In addition to the benefits of access to export markets, HyFood improves its hydroponic production processes [...] possibilities they had to establish in our crop. After doing the relevant studies and tests, they recommended us to use the products that have worked very

• Spider mites and other mites

  forests and grasslands to horticultural and agricultural crops. Plant mites can be a significant pest in horticulture and agriculture, causing damage to crops [...] characteristics and feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which is why they are often problematic in greenhouses and during hot [...] their small size and spider-like appearance. Spider mites and false spider mites are typically less than 1 millimeter in size, and range in color from pale

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  based on the quantity and quality of its fruits and the time in which they can be produced and harvested, the price of the fruit in the market and the [...] it a benchmark in know-how in the production of peppers. The harvest cycle for peppers varies according to region and production conditions. At La Hacienda [...] long as we go hand in hand with the consultant to be able to release in a timely manner... we have seen the impact reflected in a safe environment for the

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  each time and have to build up the necessary populations three times. This is always a critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider [...] Ron Delissen and with what Koppert promised in the leaflet, he tells us. ‘Spidex Vital immediately gets to work on tackling spider mites and hot-spots, the [...] climate, predatory mites are somewhat less keen on it. Spidex Vital still has to prove itself in such dry conditions. I want to see what happens. However

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

  company in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective [...] programs in more than four papaya production orchards in Mexico. This has contributed to achieving its mission as a producer company, to improve and care for [...] more than 20 years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits such as pineapple and lime. An important part of their

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  need to shift strategy in any way. We have greater insight into what is happening in the crop and how natural enemies are developing, allowing us to implement [...] whitefly per square metre or a few thrips in your plant, there is little to be concerned about – and little sense in the software reporting these kinds of [...] faster thanks to the scanner’s digital image recognition and the link to the Koppert dashboard. You can very quickly generate analyses in the form of clear

• Koppert is investing in smarter scouting

  June 17, 2019

  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 [...] growers are testing the innovation in practice. The app is currently in the pre-introduction phase: we are shifting the focus towards other crops and further [...] time progresses. Act quickly Thanks to this, growers only need to use a smartphone to scan the Horiver sticky traps in their greenhouses. The scout-app can

• How Integrated Pest Management adds value to your crops

  January 7, 2024

  practices: Which products are they using and how often? Using what type of equipment?’ explains Guido. 'And we zoom in on the need: Is it a must to prevent any [...] There are many reasons to implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM), from a desire to grow more sustainably to an urgent need to find alternatives to co [...] determine what products can be replaced with biologicals, and if they are compatible with the soil conditions, climate conditions and with other products used in

• Leading farmers in climate-smart horticulture

  October 18, 2022

  Contribute to food security by increasing the local production and availability of quality food products that are nutritious and safe and allow access to premium [...] including local and Dutch companies, in partnership with Stellenbosch University, we feel privileged to be working together to lead farmers in climate-smart [...] only focus on the improvement of farming methods, but by focusing on the entire value chain, markets for the products will be improved and ultimately jobs

• The How and Why of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  just head over and use our Koppert Side-Effects Database and App ! To ultimately have a holistic approach to IPM and continue to strengthen and protect the [...] pests and diseases. And that goes beyond the resistances they have in their genetics. The difference in leaf tissue and plant sap composition between varieties [...] systemic resistance and helps the plants to grow better. Tackle diseases and pests You should try to prevent infection with diseases and attack by pests as