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

  for losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience in the production and distribution [...] consumer, who now can enjoy a product that is completely safe for consumption. The future of biological control in papaya production Koppert has a portfolio [...] can be implemented in open field crops. This is confirmed by Chula Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to

• How Integrated Pest Management adds value to your crops

  January 7, 2024

  so that important products remain effective over time. Adopting IPM is also becoming more urgent, explains Guido Roozemond, Product Manager at Koppert [...] 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 [...] can the plant handle some level of damage and is the goal not to eliminate but reduce pests? Afterall, you don't want to spray more than is necessary.’ The

• Rhyzobug FAQ

  lophanthae) What is Rhyzobug? Ryhzobug is a product with the predatory beetle Rhyzobius lophanthae and can be used against armoured scales. What does Rhyzobius [...] than air temperature. 2 Application What is the best application time during the day? Apply in the evening. What is the best application time related to [...] are positive. Who can apply the product into the crop and is it safe to use? Everyone is able to apply Rhyzobug. It is safe for the user and no permits

• Fly pollination

  What is fly pollination? Fly pollination , also known as myophily, is a method of plant reproduction facilitated by various species of flies . Unlike bees [...] amount of produced pollen is low. Lucilia flies can be easily combined with bumblebees and honeybees. Lucilia sericata also is known for its efficient and [...] ensuring that pollen is distributed evenly, leading to improved fertilization and higher crop yields. Benefits of flies Lucilia sericata is a generalist when

• Crop Protection

  and healthier food products. What is biological crop protection? Biological crop protection, often referred to as biocontrol, is a natural and sustainable [...] protection is the practice of protecting plants against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth and reliable harvests. It is essential [...] biological crop protection is both eco-friendly and sustainable, ensuring the health of crops without compromising the environment. What are biocontrol agents

• Plant Disease Management

  What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] diseases pose a significant threat to global food production. They can result in yield losses, increased production costs, and environmental damage. As we face [...] agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent role in our food production systems. Understanding plant diseases Plant diseases

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product.’ Pest control starts sooner So far, Spidex Vital has done what Sjaak van [...] to prove itself in such dry conditions. I want to see what happens. However, it is a new product and Koppert may provide amended recommendations for use [...] mite control As Koppert is able to control the production conditions even better now, this increases delivery security which is yet another advantage for

• Onion

  common onion, is a vegetable. This particular species is the most extensively produced species of the genus of Allium . The onion plant is usually a biennial [...] When cultivated however, the plant is mostly handled as an annual and harvested at the end of its first production season. Onions are popular and therefore [...] therefore cultivated and used for cooking all around the world. Their flesh is pungent when chopped, because it contains particular chemical elements that

• Happy Women’s Day!

  August 8, 2022

  in a position to understand what is being lost. The future of the planet concerns all of us, and all of us should do what we can to protect it.” These [...] of making agriculture healthier, safer, and more productive. With a long list of MSc degrees, our team is using their skills and education to assist, advise [...] provision of food and the economic growth of our country,” says Karla-Mart. But what is it like for women in South Africa to work within a space that was traditionally

• Spidex Vital FAQ

  January 21 | 2021 www.koppert.com 1. Changes of Spidex What is the difference in the product presentation? Spidex Vital consists of all mobile stages [...] surrounding conditions better under control. Is this product exclusive to Koppert? We have co-developed this product with a partner in our business. They will [...] stages of Phytoseiulus persimilis. The carrier material is the same as the current product. How will this change my existing program that has been working for