• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection [...] (Delia Antiqua). The partnership with Koppert also has strengthened his view on organic farming. It also gives him the opportunity to grow alongside Koppert [...] chemical-free farming is an inevitable trend, and he is determined to prepare for this new phase of sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example,

• Bumblebee pollination

  pollinators, bumblebees have unique characteristics that make them exceptional at this task. Their large size allows them to carry larger pollen loads, ensuring [...] bumblebees are: Bumblebees switch between trees and rows while pollinating. This benefits cross pollination which is often required in various fruit or seed [...] developed over the years helps bumblebees to save 20% of the energy usually spent on cooling and heating the hive. High quality bumblebees Vital colonies with

• Effective control with Chrysopa-E!

  more beneficials and thus gain better control of pests, with a better return on investment. Chrysopa-E is also suitable for long-term preventive use due to [...] while Chrysopa-E eats all types of aphids, mealybugs and Echinothrips, so this is a natural enemy with a big menu in that respect. Chrysopa-E is suitable

• Vidi Fol (Fortafol)

  Test the sensitivity of the plants on a small scale, prior to full treatment Dosage The dosage of Vidi Fol depends on crop, growth substrate and climate [...] permeability the of cell membranes, leading to better transport of nutrients. This results in higher photosynthesis and better growth. Pack size 1 and 5 litre [...] pH 5-7. Young plants can be sensitive. Test the sensitivity of the plants on a small scale, prior to full treatment. Do not mix Fortafol with products

• Plant Health

  they transfer sugars to the root system, stimulating the soil food web. This interaction releases essential minerals, enabling the formation of complete [...] biomass development of roots and shoots. They also exhibit suppressive effects on certain pathogens. Amino acids: building blocks for plant performance Amino [...] contribute to plant growth and health. Their optimal functioning depends on factors such as humidity, available food sources, pH, and the absence of toxic

• Crop Protection

  solutions. No chemical residues Biologicals leave little to no residues on crops. This enhances food safety and reduces the risk of pesticide residues in the [...] resilience while minimizing adverse effects on ecosystems and human well-being. Biological crop protection relies on nature's own mechanisms to control pests [...] protection provides effective pest and insect management without relying solely on chemicals. Predatory insects , predatory mites , parasitic wasps, beneficial

• Collaboration With Valto Against Pepino Mosaic Virus

  August 9, 2024

  variant are widespread. V10 covers this broad range of Pepino mosaic virus variants due to its double protection This twofold protection is what distinguishes [...] distinguishes us from our competitors’. Since its introduction this natural crop protection agent has been successfully used by growers all over the world and [...] France. Our collaboration has led to an impressive growth of over 80% per year on average since the start. We expect V10 to continue its strong growth in the

• Phytophthora: symptoms starting to show

  April 7, 2021

  occurrence of disorders. Leaf sap analysis at this time will identify potential disorders The die-back on the roots provides an open door for future infections [...] collapse once the crop comes under pressure. When plants are going through this generative transition or have a high fruit load in relation to the root capacity [...] in the roots, they retract and the diversity of the rhizosphere decreases. This leads to three things happening: The uptake of nutrients and water is affected

• Larvanem Has Been The Number One Product Against Vine Weevil For Over 25 years

  August 22, 2024

  used when growers have problems with vine weevils. For more than 25 years, this parasitic nematode has been the top product used to combat vine weevil. The [...] getting rid of the larvae, growers will continue to experience problems. This is why there is a need for a biological approach. Larvanem was developed [...] nutrition during the production process, so they are larger than other nematodes. This means that they have more energy, can target larvae more accurately, and

• Cucumber

  web-spinning behaviour and can inflict considerable damage on cucumber plants. These mites feed on cucumber leaves by puncturing plant cells and extracting [...] as the two-spotted ladybird, feeds on aphids and their eggs, while Aphidoletes aphidymyza , a gall midge, preys on aphids in their larval stage. Parasitic [...] cucumber Aphids Aphids , a diverse group of small insects, have a notable impact on cucumber crops, with various species like Cotton aphid ( Aphis gossypii )