• Spical Ulti-Mite

  in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively or as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Use at least 4,000 [...] Neoseiulus californicus is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use

• Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

  Pinos, they have set out to continue implementing policies and technology to minimise environmental impact. This has allowed them to grow and strengthen their [...] learned to produce better, healthier food and nearly eliminate pesticides in tomato and cucumber production. We are very proud of this achievement." At Rancho [...] enabled them to increase the productivity and profitability of their crops. The ongoing collaboration between farmers and Koppert lives up to one of its

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

  abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop [...] the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic farming was growing, Koen felt that it would be too quick to completely abandon [...] protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain

• Macro-Mite

  The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level occurs at a slow but steady rate. Pack size 50 [...] climate, crop, planting medium and pest density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively or as soon as the [...] your situation. Environmental conditions For optimal results the medium has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a loose structure. The minimum

• On the farm with our fly control enthusiasts

  May 19, 2022

  team emphasises correct product use: “The key to success is to put out Biopar every 14 days and Macro-Mite at least 4 times per summer.” They have also found [...] finding the best solutions. It is also important to us to help clients in putting out biological products to ensure the correct application and optimum control [...] comes to biological control, the proof of the pudding is often in the passion of our agents and testimonies of satisfied clients. We popped-in at Gerrie

• Koppert is investing in smarter scouting

  June 17, 2019

  more accurate as time progresses. Act quickly Thanks to this, growers only need to use a smartphone to scan the Horiver sticky traps in their greenhouses [...] and costs while also ensuring more accurate work, this is one way in which digitalization is helping to make horticulture more sustainable and future-proof [...] Koppert Biological Systems is working on a groundbreaking innovation that will change the world of scouting. The scout-app will automatically analyse Horiver

• Obscure mealybug

  seeking females to fertilize. The female second instar nymphs, on the other hand, settle on the leaf and begin to secrete wax, moulting to a third instar [...] parts of the world with a temperate climate. It has a very similar appearance to the citrus mealybug (Planococcus citri) , but its body is covered with a thicker [...] bug ( Pseudococcus viburni ) is sometimes encountered on tomato, primarily at the foot of the stalk. In an overhead wire system of cultivation, the mealybugs

• Larvanem

  few hours to days after infection. Visual effect Infected pest insects in the root zone turn red to brown but may be difficult to find, due to rapid degradation [...] suspensions Dosage Larvanem is typically applied at a rate of 250,000 to 500,000 nematodes per m² (2.5 to 5 billion/ha). See the website for more information [...] from the box and keep them at room temperature for 30 minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing at least 2 litres of water per

• General Conditions Koppert

  prejudice to Koppert’s right to demand compliance with the obligations to which the penalty clause pertains and without prejudice to Koppert’s right to claim [...] the work carried out or to be carried out by Koppert (insofar as at the Buyer’s expense); and has met any obligations resulting from the failure to meet [...] Buyer refuses to meet Koppert’s request to that effect, Koppert shall furthermore have the right to immediately demand the purchase sum, or to dissolve by

• Breaking ground in SA for the macrobial control of stinkbug done by parasitic wasps

  August 1, 2022

  n. Make sure to leave the container in the field to ensure all the wasps emerge. We recommend 4 - 8 releases (every 4weeks) per season to ensure population [...] Female Trissolcus wasps can parasitize up to 300 eggs and they are a hardy species that can survive up to 2 weeks without food. Trissolcus feeds on pollen [...] eggs changes from a cream colour to black. The newly hatched Trissolcus wasp emerges from the stinkbug egg and proceeds to parasitize more stinkbug eggs.