• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  future of organic agriculture For Lukas Locher, the experiences gained from using beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic

• Experience Centre

  that the vision of bumblebees differs vastly to that of humans and that we use that difference to provide our clients with the most effective pollination

• Aphidalia

  Start introduction as soon as the first aphids are detected on the trees. Use at least one cotton bag per tree and up to 3 bags for large trees. Consult

• New Leaf Plants back Koppert biocontrol

  June 9, 2021

  friendly and ethical manner, by reducing the use of peat, diminishing the use of chemical pesticides and using biological methods for the control of pests [...] The programme combines the use of aphid parasitoids, predatory mites and beneficial nematodes . It’s critical that we are using the right products at the [...] responsible manner, and to this aim, we have adopted biological control and the use of biostimulants as the primary defence strategy against pests and diseases

• Mycotal FAQ

  the unique fungus, Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6. Against which pests can I use Mycotal? Mycotal is effective on a range of pests. Depending on the national [...] applied effectively via Low Volume Misting Systems in greenhouses. How to use Mycotal What are the optimal conditions to apply Mycotal? • Mycotal is best [...] humidity • Favourable temperature conditions for Mycotal range from 15°C How to use Mycotal with Low Volume Mist System to 28°C. However, Mycotal already starts

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  September 30, 2024

  effective glutton, it can also be used in many crops and under a great variety of circumstances. In the first instance, it can be used in large fruiting vegetable [...] the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new. And there is still no reason [...] larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirski-Mite is viewed

• Cerall.. a powerful weapon against Fusarium, Tilletia caries and Septoria nodorum

  July 13, 2021

  Dosage Cerall is used at the rate of 10 ml/kg of seed. Directions for use can be found on the packaging. Application Cerall is a ready-to-use formulation and [...] Cerall , available from Koppert Biological Systems. Cerall protects seed used for sowing. It is based on the strain MA 342 of the beneficial bacterium [...] bunt, T. caries , as the Redigo seed treatment. The product is currently used on over 55400,000 ha of arable land in the EU. How it works Pseudomonas

• Rophoria

  Ensure flowering plants are present for optimal establishment. Combined use For effective control of aphids combine with other predators and/or parasitoids

• Beneficial Nematodes For Biological Pest Control

  July 28, 2023

  Traditionally, they were mainly used against soil pests, but research and field experience show that it is possible to use them on leaves as well. This [...] or now unavailable. Sophisticated & Safe As partners with nature, Koppert use the natural behaviour of nematodes to support and protect crops. Nematodes [...] Nematodes are alive; they move and hunt their prey instinctively. They can be used above and below ground to protect crops against pests. And unlike chemical

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  daylight present. Wireless BeeHome system (WBH) can be controlled either by using a timer or by connecting the transmitter to the climate computer. Heat [...] Place the Natupol hive with the WBH on a Natupol Hive Support. Alternatively use pneumatic opening systems. Don’t close the screens when the bumblebees are [...] restricting filters are not blocking (early) sunlight. If side screens are used, take the angle of the sun into account. Natupol Excel Natupol Excel was