The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

Faced with different pests, he sought alternative solutions, leading to the adoption of biological control methods. He has been actively controlling mealybugs [...] have not only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable [...] healthier, higher-quality fruits while minimizing environmental impact. The future of sustainable agriculture Balbino's journey reflects a broader shift toward

Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

so much strain on the safety of the employees, on the crops, and on the local environment. It has never been a favourite activity of mine. Biological plant [...] proportion of the growing plants. In the end, everything more or less turned out fine – the plants in 12 cm pots were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer, and [...] makes this type of plant protection complex. The plants in the propagation phase enter the processing hall every nine weeks. During the nine week period

Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

A Year Of Impact For The Koppert Foundation

Category: News Date published: August 19, 2024 A Year Of Impact For The Koppert Foundation

Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

Category: News Date published: May 19, 2025 Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites Recommended for you

Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

Phalaenopsis orchids as its flagship product. As one of the first adopters of the Airobreez, the company has benefited from this advanced application device [...] across the greenhouse is exceptional, ensuring optimal distribution of the biocontrol products." Thanks to its innovative double duct system, the Airobreez [...] “The Airobreez has transformed our approach to biological crop protection ," says Tim from Labeau in the Netherlands. "Our greenhouse layout and equipment

Getting a head start - The importance of scouting in winter

Category: News Date published: January 31, 2025 Getting a head start - The importance of scouting in winter

A good fruit set is the start of a good production!

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

farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop [...] a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic farming was [...] difference at all, especially due to the rapid increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in use of chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially

Foot rot of cereals

humidity, the conidia germinate and penetrate the host's tissues. Inside the plant, the fungus colonizes the root and lower stem, leading to the characteristic [...] above the point of infection around the milky ripe stage (GS 75). Later infections may result in infection of the grain without obvious bleaching of the [...] characteristic symptoms of foot rot. As the disease progresses, the fungus produces more spores, perpetuating the cycle. Microdochium nivale manifests as white