• Caterpillar control in greenhouse crops

  June 20, 2019

  affect greenhouse crops. The term ‘leafroller’ refers to the fact that the caterpillars can often live in rolled up leaves, although some species live between [...] between leaves, or flowers, that have been spun together, in holes in stems, flowers, or fruit, or in the bark of trees. Important species include light brown [...] eggs on leaves either in groups or individually. After leaving the egg, caterpillars then feed and moult. Once fully-grown, caterpillars cease to feed

• Flowering and Pollination in Blueberry

  April 2, 2019

  bio-stimulant at the right growth stage can have a major impact on blueberry production and quality. Spring has arrived in the northern hemisphere, with bees [...] rely heavily on pollinators to initiate the production of berries. But is it only pollinators that are important, or are there other factors to take into [...] flowers on the blueberry bush will pollinate and set fruit in a 2-3-week window, during which the plant experiences a tremendous hormonal shift to support

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

  January 6, 2021

  Koppert to carry out this work on their farms. We would also like to express our gratitude to DEFRA for granting us the opportunity to offer this important biocontrol [...] 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 [...] from May to August,” explained Jasper. “This will result in a much stronger IPM programme compared to the current approach which relies heavily on the less

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

  December 10, 2024

  severe reduction in the use of chemical agents. In fact, a lot of them are going to disappear over the next three to five years due to more stringent r [...] dedicated to driving innovation in sustainable agriculture. From robotics to drones, we are actively preparing to meet future challenges head-on. "Nothing [...] "How can we possibly explain to our children and grandchildren that we once sprayed poison on the food we eat and the flowers in our homes?" Rianne asks

• Optimising disease biocontrol in propagation

  April 26, 2021

  rates can be improved by applying a rooting hormone dip treatment prior to sticking. Root initiation and development can be encouraged by watering-in the [...] material, can influence rooting efficiencies (often referred to as the ‘cutting strike rate’). Slow-rooting cuttings are especially vulnerable to infection [...] root development, or in severe cases, to a complete loss of rooting potential. Trays of cuttings that fail to produce healthy rooted plugs represent an unwelcome

• Koppert To Showcase Digital Assistant Prototype At Fruit Logistica 2024

  February 2, 2024

  digital assistant that's designed to support both our consultants and our customers. We want to take you with us on this journey of discovery, and therefore [...] therefore this digital tool will be set to make its debut at the Fruit Logistica fair in Berlin this February. To experience this innovation firsthand, visit [...] stand C-30. We invite you to explore the prototype, engage with our team, and provide valuable feedback. Your insights will be crucial in refining our digital

• Koppert collaborates with Valto to control harmful tomato virus

  December 18, 2018

  and tools. ‘You can compare V10 to a flu injection,’ explains Valto’s Thorben Looije. ‘It’s used preventatively and needs to be applied to young plants [...] comes to finding natural solutions to pests and diseases. While Koppert operates globally through a network of 27 subsidiaries and distributors in more [...] provide just the right platform to launch V10 worldwide. I will be closely involved with passing on our know-how and experience to Koppert’s consultants at the

• ‘Knowing & recognising’ now available in 4 languages

  December 18, 2018

  protection . The new edition, now available in English, Dutch, French and Spanish, can be purchased online by going to https://shop.koppert.nl . [...] reference book on pests, disease and their biological solutions – has been translated into Dutch, French and Spanish. The English version was launched in October [...] n concerning the prevalent pests and diseases is accessible to other parts of the world in different languages. ’As both public and governmental pressure

• Vidi Parva

  Venturi system Avoid drainage in substrates when applying by drench/drip to prevent leaching Make sure Vidi Parva does not remain in the irrigation system overnight [...] advice on the best strategy for your situation Compatibility Can be tank mixed with most soluble fertilisers and pesticides. However, test any mix on a small [...] production of auxins. These auxins boost the formation of cytokinins which in turn induce the formation of fine roots and root hairs and promote the uptake

• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  greater impact on spider mite control: Spidex Vital Born to fight Spidex Vital predatory mites are born to fight your spider mites . It gives you the best control [...] already have enough energy to develop their eggs. As a result they immediately can start laying eggs after release and don’t needs to get energy from spider [...] from the field to develop the eggs. This will increase the population in your crop. Proof of predation The Phytoseiulus persimilis turns red after eating