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• 6 Reasons to Switch - The Benefits of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  flexible system that can always be adapted to new circumstances. Here is a summary of the major reasons and benefits for the switch from chemicals to IPM: Many [...] to Switch - The Benefits of IPM Chemical plant protection was the standard for many years. But these days, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is gaining ground [...] Many chemical products are not good for the environment and are therefore far from sustainable. The effect of chemical plant protection is decreasing, with

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  vegetable crops for the processing industry, which are very important in Portugal. Around 80% of the total production of vegetables for the processing industry [...] of Trichoderma harzianum , has achieved excellent results in pepper crops for processing in Portugal, a country where this biological fungicide has been [...] company Sociedade Agrícola Militão, in the town of Ribatejo, in a pepper crop for the processing industry. Pedro Militão is one of the two owners of the company

• Green peach aphid

  honeydew, contaminating fruit and ornamental crops and rendering them unsuitable for market. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting [...] parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood [...] that develop into winged adults are often pink or red in colour. Recommended for you Aphidius colemani Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

• How Integrated Pest Management adds value to your crops

  January 7, 2024

  helps growers create an environment that is favourable for plant development and unfavourable for pests and diseases,’ says Felipe de Mendonça, Market [...] at Koppert. 'It is a comprehensive strategy for promoting a healthy crop and healthy soil conditions, and for utilising genetic variety to optimise crop [...] work with and for growers to develop a system that is easily integrated into their current way of working, provides optimal protection for the crop, and

• Integrated Pest Management

  changing conditions and new information. Integrated Pest Management in agriculture Integrated Pest Management in agriculture is crucial for sustainable farming [...] This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of pests and diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification and prompt action [...] pesticides. Integrated Pest Management is a dynamic and multifaceted strategy for pest control. It combines biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools

• The importance of women in Agriculture

  August 15, 2022

  valuable starting block, or needed reminder, for a career in agriculture. When exploring the possibilities for a career in agriculture two valuable viewpoints [...] Southern Africa for the past 12 years. With a background in Chemistry, she quickly saw the need and opportunities available in agriculture for scientists. [...] the agricultural industry through her role as Manager for Marketing, Student Recruitment and New Business Development of Agricolleges International. When

• Rhyzobug – Your answer to most armoured scale species

  March 29, 2022

  mealybug species for crops including citrus, mango, avocado, berries, apples, pears, and stone fruit. This small ladybird offers a solution for California red [...] of South African soil, but we are also moving forward with a value-driven new international visual identity. We believe that every problem in agriculture [...] a cucumber grower himself 50 years ago, our roots are grounded in working for growers and farmers. We understand the challenges and offer an integrated

• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  most important products for our growers. As the result of many years of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is now delivered in a new formulation; with a greater

• Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armoured scale

  October 25, 2023

  Introducing your crops’ new favourite ladybird – Rhyzobius lophanthae – that will help you to control various types of armoured scales in your crops. The [...] at Koppert Spain have been instrumental in making this product effective for outdoor cultivation. We have increased the volume of Rhyzobug from 250 to [...] plastic bottle to a more sustainable cardboard tube which is more suitable for agriculture.’ Why use Rhyzobug? It reduces the number of pesticide applications