• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  just ticking over. Those sorts of conditions have a bigger impact on the beneficials than on the thrips, which means I need to be alert. The same goes for [...] Thripex , in an overkill) keep thrips under control on the farm. Hendriks releases Montdorensis every week on half of his crop – the even rows one week, the [...] hangs a sheet of insect netting with Neoseiulus cucumeris every four weeks on one for every seven plants. The two predatory mites also keep spider mites

• Beneficial nematodes

  be applied by foliar or soil application, depending on the target pest. Here's a general guideline on how to apply nematodes (always check the label for [...] Determine the required nematode quantity based on the infestation severity and treatment area and as indicated on the product labels Store nematodes in a r [...] Nematodes play various roles in ecosystems. Some are free-living, feeding on organic matter in soil or water, and are essential for nutrient recycling

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  February 17, 2025

  has grown tremendously, but it remains a family business at heart—focused on quality, innovation, and close relationships.” Despite Koppert’s expansion [...] balance—innovation is great, but practicality matters too.” A future built on collaboration One of the key reasons Stolk Brothers continues to partner with [...] chemical-free plant is actually the healthier choice. If a predatory mite leaves behind some residue, it’s proof that biological control is working—but consumers

• Caterpillar control in greenhouse crops

  June 20, 2019

  biology is largely comparable. Females lay eggs on leaves either in groups or individually. After leaving the egg, caterpillars then feed and moult. Once [...] that the caterpillars can often live in rolled up leaves, although some species live between leaves, or flowers, that have been spun together, in holes [...] use. Pay attention to the risk indications and follow the safety precautions on the label.

• Pepper

  height can vary depending on species and variety. Tall varieties grown in commercial greenhouses are supported to prevent damage or breakage of their tender

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  the assimilates on building large leaves. 4 It is also likely that flower temperature plays a role in this process (figure 4). Leaves can cool themselves [...] interactions in high temperatures This paper focuses on the impact of climate (temperature, radiation, humidity) on plants, pollination and bumblebees. Proper [...] couple of hours has a negligible effect on pollination. However, a full day above 30° C has an immediate effect on pollination. If the temperature reaches

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  December 10, 2024

  shares. "Working at Koppert allows me to carry on his legacy. I’m passionate about educating growers on how natural methods, like predatory mites , enable [...] cultivate their crops sustainably. It’s a journey I’ve been on since 1998. Transforming perspectives on biocontrol In the early days of her career, Rianne often [...] it remains Rianne’s favourite. ‘It stands talls on its legs, is perfectly round and runs over the leaves like crazy. They’re easy to spot with the naked

• Natutec Drive

  any situation and based on the specifications of the greenhouse. The Natutec Drive module can be used as a customized vehicle or on existing farming equipment [...] onto the crop. Because of its unique design, the natural enemies suffer no damage when the blower is used. Application This product is only available in

• Feltiella acarisuga

  in the lid and place the cup on the rock wool slab or directly on the soil Protect against direct sunlight and water Leave the cup in place for at least [...] each stage: Egg Stage : Feltiella acarisuga females deposit their eggs on leaves and webs in and around spider mite colonies. The eggs are often laid near [...] control of spider mites . This beneficial insect, native to Europe, preys on various spider mite species, in particular the two-spotted spider mite . Feltiella

• Fit roots for plant health Technical bulletin 2020 EN

  be transported to the leaves, flowers and fruits. Roots also excrete carbohydrates (‘sugars’) and other compounds made in the leaves into the root zone to [...] taken this on board and developed the Plant Health Pyramid™: an integration of plant physiological research knowledge and practical experiences on how soils [...] synthesis in the leaves. Application of appropriate biostimulants (such as Vidi Terrum) can mitigate the effects of abiotic stress on protein synthesis