• Steinernema feltiae

  often applied to the soil as a biological control method to target pest larvae, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management [...] Continuous mixing should take place to prevent nematodes sinking to the bottom of the spray tank Avoid sprayers equipped with centrifugal or piston pumps Water [...] nematodes control pests through a process called parasitism. When applied to the soil or sprayed onto plant foliage, these microscopic roundworms actively

• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  December 18, 2018

  urges the EU to establish a bioprotection-specific body to develop and implement a short and precise timeline for the evaluation process, with evidence-based [...] body with the participation of the member EU states, and that this should be operational by 2021. ‘Farmers need more sustainable tools with which to grow [...] recently published its vision on how to improve regulation for the biocontrol industry in a White Paper that it has presented to the European Union. It proposes

• Spical-Plus

  in the crop, not exposed to direct sunlight Sachets already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory [...] 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60%. Combined use Can be combined with Phytoseiulus persimilis and Feltiella acarisuga [...] over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 100; 500 sachets. Each sachet

• Cryptobug

  None. Application Deploy Cryptobug on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes close to or at a hotspot Apply in the evening Dosage The dosage of Cryptobug depends [...] depends on climate, crop and mealybug density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Introduction rates typically range from 2-10 per m [...] Combined use For effective control of citrus mealybug and grape mealybug combine with Citripar . Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt

• Navigating Energy Efficiency, Greenhouse Lighting & Pollination Success

  December 1, 2023

  have led to a number of issues for pollinating bees and bumblebees: ‘Of course, growers want to limit their rising energy bills, but they need to be cautious [...] the four to six weeks before the shortest day of the year (December 21), and the four to six weeks that follow it when the winter weather leads to the least [...] before sunset) to ensure that flowers are open for at least two hour periods during favourable conditions. Attention also needs to be given to the type of

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  species to emerge and spread rapidly,” says Peter. “We see it as our responsibility to find solutions to those challenges as quickly as possible to help prevent [...] are now closer than ever to customers in the Niagara region, enabling us to respond more swiftly to local needs. This local-to-local approach is not only [...] able to successfully navigate a complex network with countless interacting parameters. Moreover, we are able to transfer some of that passion to our supply

• A Year Of Impact For The Koppert Foundation

  August 19, 2024

  or with extra free time to undertake activities. These included a sponsored walk for KWF (Dutch cancer society), different gardening projects with a social [...] farming. An example is our project with Heifer to improve cardamom production by smallholder farmers in Guatemala. Together with our distributor Popoyan we set [...] in 2023 to transfer knowledge on sustainable farming methods, leveraging Koppert products in smallholder settings. Additionally, it continued with established

• Our new branding: inspired by nature

  January 17, 2022

  reflects our connection to nature. ‘Our mission to contribute to the health of people and the planet by partnering with nature has led us to where we are today: [...] company has evolved from a pioneering concern with four employees into a global market leader. According to Martin Koppert, Chief Business Officer (CBO) [...] of biological solutions in a wide range of crops.’ ‘We aim to collaborate and co-create with partners in pursuit of our mission. We believe this branding

• Rophoria

  carboard box. Hang the open box vertically on the plants, preferably close to flowers. Protect from direct sunlight or rain. Dosage The dosage of Rophoria [...] Rophoria depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventatively, or as soon as [...] optimal establishment. Combined use For effective control of aphids combine with other predators and/or parasitoids. Storage time after receipt Apply as soon

• Premium Quality, Around The World

  March 6, 2023

  products are headed, they need to arrive on time and with their quality perfectly preserved. Koppert pulls out all the stops to achieve that for its customers [...] safety standards that apply to international freight,’ Job adds. Supply Security It all comes down to total quality control, with smart forecasting of growers [...] attention to handling, storage and shipping conditions. It takes a great deal of knowledge and technology, and strict adherence to protocols to control the