• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  January 1, 1970

  switched to Natutec Scout . Koppert's crop scout app even ensures that less chemical pesticides are used at the rose and gerbera grower. Henri Volgering, Scout [...] g, and offers insights into the most recent developments." Less use of chemical pesticides The crop scouting app offers an additional advantage in terms [...] swift integration of biological interventions reduces the necessity for chemical pesticides,'' as aptly summarized by Henri Volgering. Data-driven IPM Natutec

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

  January 1, 1970

  closer due to a reduced chemical toolkit, Koen foresees that organic alternatives will thrive, reducing the need for traditional chemical methods. "In collaboration [...] the rapid increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in use of chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies [...] n with Koppert, I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector

• Crop Protection

  January 1, 1970

  solutions that offer natural alternatives to chemical pesticides or complement them so fewer chemicals are needed. With predatory insects , predatory [...] develop resistance to natural enemies compared to chemical pesticides. Soil health and biodiversity Chemical pesticides often harm soil organisms, pollinators [...] effective alternatives to conventional chemical interventions. Find biocontrol agents Biological crop protection vs. chemical pesticides Choosing biological crop

• Integrated Pest Management

  January 1, 1970

  Least toxic chemicals When the non-chemical tools are not fully capable to keep pest or disease levels below the economic threshold, chemical intervention [...] strategy for pest control. It combines biological, cultural, physical, and chemical tools to manage pests effectively. This approach is not just about eliminating [...] agriculture is crucial for sustainable farming. It reduces the reliance on chemical pesticides, which can have adverse effects on both crops and the environment

• Plant Disease Management

  January 1, 1970

  alternative. Reduced chemical residues Biological control methods reduce the need for chemical pesticides, leading to fewer chemical residues on crops and [...] reduce the damage caused by these pathogens while minimizing the use of chemical pesticides and their associated environmental risks. Plant diseases pose [...] essential nutrients more accessible to plants. These natural alternatives to chemical fungicides enhance soil health, increase crop productivity, and contribute

• Predatory insects

  January 1, 1970

  non-toxic alternative to chemical pesticides. This reduces the environmental impact associated with the use of synthetic chemicals, safeguarding the overall [...] overall ecosystem. Reduced need for chemicals The use of predatory insects often results in a decreased reliance on chemical pesticides. This reduction is [...] it minimizes exposure to potentially harmful chemicals. Minimized resistance development Unlike chemical pesticides, which pests can develop resistance

• In control with Koppert: Biological crop protection since 1967

  January 1, 1970

  compared to chemical pesticides. As a result, biological crop protection provides a lasting solution for managing pests over time. No chemical residues [...] beneficial organisms. It offers many benefits, such as healthier crops, no chemical residues, no pre-harvest intervals, and safe use. With Koppert's advanced [...] residues entering the food chain and alleviates consumer concern about chemical exposure. With minimal residue, you can ensure your produce meets the rapidly

• 6 Reasons to Switch - The Benefits of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  switch from chemicals to IPM: Many chemical products are not good for the environment and are therefore far from sustainable. The effect of chemical plant [...] combines the use of natural enemies with minimal use of chemicals. Biological, if possible, chemical if necessary. It is a flexible system that can always [...] 6 Reasons to Switch - The Benefits of IPM Chemical plant protection was the standard for many years. But these days, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  January 1, 1970

  closer due to a reduced chemical toolkit, Koen foresees that organic alternatives will thrive, reducing the need for traditional chemical methods. "In collaboration [...] reduction of chemical methods paves the way for organic alternatives that can complement traditional farming practices. For him, it is clear that chemical-free [...] to the rapid increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in usage chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies

• Beneficial microorganisms

  January 1, 1970

  are introduced to target pests, providing an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Well-known examples of beneficial microbes are the fungi A [...] Advantages of microorganisms in agriculture No harmful residue Unlike chemical pesticides, beneficial microorganisms pose minimal risk to the environment [...] beneficial microorganisms into pest management strategies reduces the need for chemical pesticides, contributing to more sustainable and eco-friendly agriculture