• Western flower thrips

  excreta indicate their presence in the crop. The vigour of the plant is reduced by loss of chlorophyll. When infestations become serious the leaves themselves [...] very low numbers of thrips can cause damage by transmitting viruses, or by reducing aesthetic value by damaging flowers, e.g. in roses The western flower thrips

• Cannabis

  cannabinoids, to treat disease or improve symptoms. Cannabis is used to reduce nausea and vomiting during chemotherapy, to improve appetite in people with

• Caterpillars

  fruits, causing serious damage to greenhouse and field crops. Their feeding reduces photosynthesis, weakens plants and directly affects yield and quality. Effective [...] nematodes target caterpillar larvae. Sticky traps help monitor pest activity and reduce flying populations. With Koppert’s biological solutions for caterpillars

• Aphidius matricariae

  is most effective between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). The effectivity is reduced at temperatures above 28°C/82°F. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Aphidius [...] matricariae plays a crucial role in controlling aphid infestations and reducing the need for chemical interventions in agriculture. Adult wasps do not

• Natutec Scout

  all anomalies in your greenhouse. Data-driven IPM Reduced pesticide use A crop scouting tool can reduce the need for broad-spectrum pesticide use by providing

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

  than two years ago. Chula Brand and Koppert: a successful collaboration To reduce the burden of acaricides and other chemical pesticides, and consequently [...] and field trials conducted in cooperation with Koppert, Chula Brand has reduced its chemical load to historic lows and implemented biological control programs

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  implementation of sustainable agricultural practices, reduced agrochemical applications and, consequently, reduced environmental risks and ensured the production

• Integrated Pest Management

  Pest Management in agriculture is crucial for sustainable farming. It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which can have adverse effects on both [...] health In agriculture, crop rotation disrupts the life cycle of pests and can reduce the need for chemical pesticides. Additionally, maintaining healthy soil

• Tobacco whitefly

  serious cases the fruit will rot. Sooty moulds also develop on the leaves, reducing photosynthesis and transpiration. Bemisia tabaci is known for the transmission [...] tomato. The consumption of plant sap and secreting of honeydew by whiteflies reduce the aesthetic value of crops. This is particularly important in ornamentals

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  These biocontrol solutions have not only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly