• Root and crown rot of strawberry

  New diseases in strawberry have been ascribed to Pestalotiopsis clavispora in the case of root and crown rot (of strawberry), first found in The Netherlands [...] necrotic areas in crown and root of strawberry. Plant development is slow, growth is retarded and rooting is poor. Transplants look weak and may die. It is [...] Netherlands, and Pestalotiopsis longisetula in the case of leaf spots, such as leaf spot of strawberry and fruit rot reported mainly from Brazil. The genus is

• The Trianum and Vidi Parva Foundation

  February 27, 2019

  stress, improvements in yield and quality, and a reduced dependency on inorganic inputs in the management of pests, diseases and nutrients. The Triangle [...] generate and maintain a healthy and active root zone, in which the crop is stimulated to produce new roots, which in turn release exudates and sugars to [...] importance of promoting and maintaining a healthy and resilient relationship between the plant, soil and microbes. The loss and reduced efficiency of many

• Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

  blight) and lesions of stems, leaves, and pods (pea leaf spot and pea pod spot). Damage symptoms Ascochyta pisi causes spots on leaves, stems and pods of [...] the primary leaves. The fungus is seed borne and thus also causes post- and pre-emergence damping off and dwarfing. Other Ascochyta species may also infect [...] seeds may have brown areas. Life cycle and appearance of Pea blight, leaf and pod spot Ascochyta pisi hardly survives in the soil or on crop residues because

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  are found in the natural environment in many countries. In addition, bumblebees and honeybees are used as pollinators in agricultural and horticultural [...] Level 3 - level 1 and/or 2 symptoms plus difficulties in breathing and/or a feeling of suffocating Level 4 - level 1 and/or 2 and/or 3 symptoms plus heart [...] different colours and patterns. In general, bumblebees are larger than honeybees, and hairier than wasps. Only bumblebee workers and queens have a stinger

• In Memoriam Peter Koppert

  June 21, 2023

  father, father-in-law, grandfather, and brother. His death leaves a deep void in our hearts. Peter fulfilled an unforgettable role in the history of Koppert [...] pest control in their cucumber crop and in greenhouses of growers nearby. Soon after his father became ill, Peter took over the business and focused entirely [...] family and his loved ones. May they find strength and support in the beautiful memories they have of him. If you would like to express your support and condolences

• Mycotal in Salad Crops

  July 5, 2019

  most crops should occur in the late afternoon and evening, as the ambient temperature falls. Do not spray in direct sunlight, and always add the adjuvant [...] most of Mycotal in your salad crop IPM strategy Mycotal is a spore formulation of the insect pathogenic fungus Lecanicillium muscarium and is used for the [...] individual dose of 2 kg/ha in 2000 l water After dose of 2kg/ha Spray equipment: full coverage of all plant surfaces is essential in order to achieve good contact

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

  company in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective [...] more than 20 years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits such as pineapple and lime. An important part of their [...] aphids and leafhoppers through the release and establishment of their main natural enemies in the crop. "The future of biological control in tropical

• Licence permits release of Koppert Swirski Mite® in polytunnels in England

  January 6, 2021

  Mite® in polythene tunnels in England Koppert can announce the launch of a suite of products aimed at improving the robustness of IPM programmes in strawberry [...] Swirski Mite®, issued by DEFRA in November 2020. Until now, Swirski Mite® has been licensed in England for use only in glasshouses, not polythene tunnels [...] licence will now permit the release of Koppert Swirski Mite® in England, in both edible and ornamental crops grown under polythene structures. The licence

• Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

  automatic blower used for large surfaces and full field distribution in high-tech cultivations. The Airobug special fan, in combination with the revolving dosage [...] Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials Blowing systems Koppert's blowing systems are especially developed for effective and efficient distribution [...] n Introduce several predatory mite species in one way Uniform distribution of natural enemies resulting in the continuous efficiency of an integrated system

• Fortafol ‘in-favour’ for growing strawberries in re-used coir bags

  January 6, 2021

  Fortafol ‘in-favour’ for growing strawberries in re-used coir bags There is a much wider and growing appreciation for the role that biostimulants play in integrated [...] strawberry crops growing in first, second or third year coir bags. Growers are continually under pressure with increasing production costs and have to make difficult [...] is applied within 4-7 days of planting in a re-used coir bag, it helps to re-instate some of the conditions and advantages associated with a first year