• Two-spotted spider mite control in hardy nursery stock grown in polytunnels

  July 20, 2021

  explained Steve. For plants with a well-established canopy, predator application is achieved using the Spidex Vital ® shaker system, but for greater accuracy [...] spotted spider mite (TSSM) control strategies in hardy nursery stock (HNS) for many years. Over the last decade or so, some growers have significantly increased [...] damage occurs. Steve Usher, Koppert’s highly experienced Technical Consultant for the North West, provides advice and on-site support in many HNS crops. “This

• Bean seed fly

  compared to healthy young seedlings. Secondly, inspect the seeds for damage. Look for darkened or damaged seeds, as bean seed fly larvae feed on seeds [...] the ground, causing them to appear shriveled or discolored. Thirdly, search for the presence of larvae. Small, white maggots near the base of affected bean [...] management practices in bean cultivation. Download Trial results Recommended for you Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

• Cerall.. a powerful weapon against Fusarium, Tilletia caries and Septoria nodorum

  July 13, 2021

  great beginning for a healthy, flourishing and resilient crop, and is the perfect starting point for better production results. Biofungicide for seed treatment [...] thereby avoiding underdosing, for example. Koppert B.V. is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or [...] Cerall , available from Koppert Biological Systems. Cerall protects seed used for sowing. It is based on the strain MA 342 of the beneficial bacterium, Pseudomonas

• Control spidermite with Phytoseiulus in soft fruit

  May 8, 2019

  The table below is a guideline for application rates in different crops, and different pest pressures. Application rates for Spidex: Preventative Low pest [...] variety of growing systems in UK soft fruit crops, the introduction rates for Phytoseiulus differ according to the particular crop, e.g. being expressed

• Following Swirski, Spical undergoes revolutionary upgrade

  December 14, 2018

  are likely to make this mistake.’ For current users and outdoor crops ‘ Spical Ulti-Mite is a reliable alternative for users of the standard sachets,’ says [...] mite Amblyseius swirskii on the market. The company is now doing the same for Neoseiulus californicus . Growers of various crops warmly welcomed Spical [...] outdoor crops. This patented biocontrol system is the perfect environment for Neoseiulus californicus to establish its population. Spical Ulti-Mite performs

• Trichoderma harzianum

  Competition for nutrients: Trichoderma harzianum competes for resources, such as space and nutrients, thereby reducing the availability of resources for pathogen [...] Biofungicide for crop protection Trichoderma harzianum T-22 is a species of beneficial fungus commonly used in agriculture and horticulture for its various [...] various beneficial properties. This fungus is known for its ability to promote plant growth, enhance plant health , and suppress plant diseases. Trichoderma

• Boisduval scale

  development from egg to the adult stage takes on average 33 days for males, and 50 days for females. [...] seven days under the scale and become crawlers. The crawlers move out to look for a suitable place to feed and become sessile usually after a few hours The

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  vegetable crops for the processing industry, which are very important in Portugal. Around 80% of the total production of vegetables for the processing industry [...] of Trichoderma harzianum , has achieved excellent results in pepper crops for processing in Portugal, a country where this biological fungicide has been [...] company Sociedade Agrícola Militão, in the town of Ribatejo, in a pepper crop for the processing industry. Pedro Militão is one of the two owners of the company

• Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

  Rancho Los Pinos sets the standard for vegetable production, packing, and marketing in northwestern Mexico. Renowned for quality and committed to sustainability [...] programs and evolving to include biological control for thrips and other pests. "I recommended Koppert for their efficient logistics in delivering essential [...] pest pressures challenge the Los Pinos team to seek innovative solutions for sustainability. Over the past 20 years, they have reduced water consumption

• Flies

  The lesions caused by feeding larvae provide invasion routes for various pathogenic fungi, for instance Fusarium sp. And Botrytis sp. Adults can also spread [...] adult populations and support monitoring. With Koppert’s biological solutions for flies, professional growers can achieve reliable pest management, protect [...] protect crop hygiene and maintain sustainable growing conditions. Solutions for fly control Learn more about What are flies? There are several flies that are