• Navigating Energy Efficiency, Greenhouse Lighting & Pollination Success

  December 1, 2023

  day, it is best to keep hives closed and run hand pollination for one day, or when less that an average 1,5 biting mark is found. Humidity Is Also A Critical [...] have led to a number of issues for pollinating bees and bumblebees: ‘Of course, growers want to limit their rising energy bills, but they need to be cautious [...] levels can be the result of energy screens being closed or hives being placed too low in the greenhouse where less daylight is available. As a result, bumblebees

• Tutasan

  trap with water to the level indicated If possible connect the trap to a dripper and make sure the water drips properly into the trap Add a small quantity [...] needed to ensure that the trap works correctly. If the trap is not connected to a dripper refill by hand Replace the pheromone capsule every 4-6 weeks Clean [...] needs to be used in combination with Pherodis pheromone dispensers. The dispensers release a species-specific pheromone which lures the male moths to the

• Earth Day 2023

  April 21, 2023

  planet and to take action to protect it for future generations. At Koppert, we believe that caring for the earth is not just a responsibility, but a way of [...] together to celebrate Earth Day – a day dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting sustainability. It's a time to reflect on [...] from air shipping to road/boat transportation of 102 shipping containers. The post-pandemic era has highlighted how crucial it is to protect working e

• Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

  can be applied using a watering can, an airblast sprayer, through a sprinkler system, with a backpack sprayer, or a vehicle-mounted spray unit To avoid [...] should be removed, especially if finer than 0.3 mm (50 mesh) Use a maximum pressure of 20 bar/290 psi (on nozzle) The spray nozzle opening should be at least [...] nematodes are usually applied to the soil. This biological control method, offers a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture

• Gilfresh Pumpkin Pollination Providing Excellent Yields

  May 5, 2023

  Inspired Increased Commitment To Pollination Richard believes the local demographic had a big impact in inspiring Gilfesh to increase pollination efforts [...] With pollination proving vital to increased yields in an expanding company such as Gilfresh, Koppert is showing to be at the heart of success stories [...] wholehead vegetables as well as a range of prepared vegetables. Gilresh are continuing to expand their portfolio as they continue to provide quality vegetables

• Koppert Foundation

  Foundation on their 50 th anniversary in 2017. This Foundation aims to contribute to sustainable solutions for horticulture and agriculture and improvement [...] responsibility projects Application You can find more information in English and Dutch on www.koppertfoundation.org . Do you need help with explanation and/or [...] t of the health and availability of food and nutrition for those who need it most. Scope Koppert Foundation focuses on three domains: supporting projects

• Cryptobug-L

  Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at intervals of 1-2 weeks, or until the pest is controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor [...] Application Deploy material on rock wool slabs, or in Diboxes close to or at a hotspot Can also be applied with Natutec Airobreez , Natutec Mini-Airbug , Natutec [...] Cryptobug-L depends on climate, crop and mealybug density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively or as soon

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  position the hive on a crate or on a stack of stones. Flowering weeds may be visited by bumblebees in addition to the target crop. You should therefore mow [...] honeybees. This is necessary because the honeybees may be attracted by the sugar water in the bumblebee hive, particularly if the main crop is not yet flowering [...] hive in the crop immediately after delivery, or a maximum of one day later, to allow the bumblebees to gather food. Position the hives evenly throughout

• Spidend

  /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at weekly intervals, or until the pest is controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor [...] receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 12-14°C/54-57°F. Storage conditions In the dark. Recommended for you Feltiella [...] not dispersed. Leave the cap next to the bottle so that the wasps can feed on the sugar water in the felt inside it. The wasps will emerge and scout for

• Protected vegetables

  attract pollen, allowing them to transport it from flower to flower. Unlike honeybees, bumblebees possess the ability to perform "buzz pollination." By [...] vegetable cultivation Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a comprehensive and sustainable approach to pest and disease management that has revolutionized [...] cultivation, IPM plays a pivotal role in ensuring both crop health and environmental sustainability. Understanding IPM IPM is a holistic and proactive