• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  collaboration with Koppert, I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural [...] environmental friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will be no difference at all, especially due to the rapid increase [...] from governmental bodies, in organic farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge

• Mycotal your natural partner for whitefly and thrips control

  Download trial results Everything you need to know about Mycotal Discover everything you need to know about Mycotal . You can also download the FAQ document [...] Pest Management (IPM) strategy Safe for users Leaves no residue, which helps you to meet increasingly demanding supply chain requirements Short pre-harvest [...] life. With the introduction of this new generation Mycotal, we ensure that you continue to benefit from the highest quality and best performing biological

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  perfect. 6 Pollination scorecard I = 1-3 biting marks II = 3-6 biting marks III = more than 7 marks 1x / 48 hours Score I good pollination but increase [...] la anther sepal/calyx microsporangium perianth floral axis nectary What is the best climate for a Tomato? Without proper pollination, the investment [...] 16° C, below which the pollen is not viable. pedicel filament stamen What is considered hot? At temperatures of more than 30° C, the pollination degrades

• Beneficial microorganisms

  What are beneficial microorganisms? Beneficial microorganisms, also known as beneficial microbes, are microorganisms that provide positive effects to their [...] These microorganisms are harnessed for pest control through applications like biopesticides, where they are introduced to target pests, providing an e [...] pest control Beneficial microorganisms are specific to their target pests, like aphids , whitefly and thrips , minimizing harm to beneficial insects, and

• Fly pollination

  What is fly pollination? Fly pollination , also known as myophily, is a method of plant reproduction facilitated by various species of flies . Unlike bees [...] bumblebees and honeybees. Fly pollination products Koppert Natupol flies show a stable emergence rate in combination with a high rate of activity in the

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  supplementary feeding products. If you are not allergic, but come into close and prolonged contact with certain substances, you could still develop an allergy [...] allergy. On this page, we advise you on the precautionary measures you can take to prevent or reduce any allergic reactions caused by the type of products mentioned [...] supplementary feeding products sold by Koppert. Icons on the product packaging show you the precautionary measures that can be taken to prevent possible allergic

• Manual Growing lights

  are open). If the screens close when the bumblebees are flying around, you are likely lose a lot of bumblebees because they get locked up above the screen [...] hive to help the bumblebees find their way back to their own hive. Tests showed that the blue door led to 12% more direct entries of bumblebees into the [...] on the amount of daylight that is available). In the weeks 10 until 39, you can place the hives lower in the greenhouse, along the walkway under the gutter

• Thrips

  crop quality and productivity. Solutions for thrips control Learn more about What are thrips? Several species of thrips are a major problem in greenhouse [...] , a name that literally means ‘fringed wings’, and refers to the eyelash-like fringe of hairs along both edges of the thin wings. There are more than 6 [...] a type of waste material that they produce as they feed. The frass looks like small black or white specks on the surface of leaves or flowers and can sometimes

• Bacterial canker of tomato

  leaves and fruits. Leaves and shoots wilt. On the lower leaves, blister-like white lesions occur, which later turn brown and may merge. The leaves wilt [...] and subsequent expansion of the wilt upwards. Cutting the stem at the foot shows whitish ooze with bacteria in the case of C lavibacter infection, but other [...] vessels become blocked. The bacterium can survive some time in crop residues like volunteer tubers and potato crop residues. Infected tubers can infect healthy

• Spider mites and other mites

  ensure sustainable production. Solutions for mite control Learn more about What are mites? Plant mites are a diverse group of small arthropods that feed [...] Recognize mites Plant mites can be recognized by their small size and spider-like appearance. Spider mites and false spider mites are typically less than 1 [...] leaves. Some species induce the formation of leaf gall. Infested fruits can show yellow or brown spots or can be distorted. Heavy infestation can affect the