• Tomato leafminer

  place in the soil or on the surface of a leaf, in a curled leaf or in a mine. If they leave the mines they build silk cocoons on the leaflets or in the soil [...] Damage symptoms The most distinctive symptoms of damage done by the tomato leaf miner ( Tuta absoluta) are the blotch-shaped mines in the leaves. Caterpillars [...] mine inside the leaf, stem or fruit. In the second to fourth instars they become greenish with a black band behind the head. The prepupae of the tomato leaf

• Crucial information on pollination at high temperatures

  August 10, 2020

  experts in the field of pollination - now clearly points out the effects of high temperatures on pollination. ‘In the past, we have always observed the impact [...] interactions In cold climates, it is assumed that proper management of pollinators is sufficient to ensure good pollination . The single biggest problem is that [...] that if there is not enough strength in the plant, the setting may be poor. Growing in warm climates opens up a whole set of problems that can affect yield

• Ervibank

  cereal plants from the box and place it on the rock wool in the basket Place the basket in direct light, preferably in a spot where it can remain for 10-12 weeks [...] Remove the banker plants from the greenhouse for at least 24 hours when fogging/spraying an insecticide. If the insecticide is applied via the drip system [...] parasitise the wheat aphids (Sitobion avenae) on the cereal plants, building a large population. The aphid infestation level remains low due to the continuous

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

  February 17, 2025

  structured, but the essence of the company—the accessibility, the shared commitment to sustainable growing—remains.” Predatory mites: the backbone of a [...] nearly a century ago. The Stolk Brothers’ journey in horticulture began in 1925 when Pieter Stolk’s great-grandfather purchased land in Bergschenhoek and started [...] partner with Koppert is the company’s reliability and dedication to growers. “Koppert is more than just a supplier; they’re a partner in our journey. Their

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  exported is destined. "One of the main challenges we face in exporting to the United States is that there is a legal framework that prohibits the use of [...] One of the key factors for the successful implementation of the biological control program was the training of personnel in pest monitoring and the release [...] product at the next level Mexico is the leading exporter of several varieties of chili, representing 90% of total world consumption. In the last 10 years

• Plant Disease Management

  preventing the disease from spreading further. Crop rotation Crop rotation is a fundamental strategy, which means avoiding planting the same crop in the same [...] disease cycles and reduces the buildup of pathogens in the soil. Disease-resistant varieties Another vital aspect of prevention is the use of disease-resistant [...] diseased plant material is essential to prevent the spread of pathogens. This practice is particularly important in containing the spread of diseases within

• Enermix

  inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in the [...] weekly intervals or until control is achieved. Depending on the specific situation, it may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Ercal . Consult [...] Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions Encarsia formosa is most effective at temperatures between

• Thripor-L

  and/or in application boxes (Dibox) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make sure the material [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first thrips are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action The predatory bugs actively search for prey. With their piercing mouthparts, they extract the contents of their

• Fly pollination

  emergence rate in combination with a high rate of activity in the crop. Natupol Fly is packed in a cardboard tube with a plastic lid. The fly pupae are [...] transporting pollen, flies inadvertently assist plants in the pollination process as they visit flowers in search of food, such as nectar or decaying organic [...] and are used in a wide range of seed crops. These flies are often applied in tents or other small isolation units with a few plants or when the amount of

• Vidi Fortum

  Shake the container well before use Fill the application tank with half the required amount of water Add the required amount of Vidi Fortum to the water [...] around the roots or sprayed on the plant canopy. Application as drench or via the irrigation system: A separate tank/container is recommended for the proper [...] and application of the product Always add Vidi Fortum to the irrigation water after the sand filter, ideally directly injected at the irrigation valve by