• Fit Roots for Plant Health

  March 30, 2021

  white paper is one of a series about optimizing plant growth in greenhouses, which Hoogendoorn Growth Management publishes in cooperation with its partners [...] the root zone which is often underestimated in the current practice but plays a key role in plant health and resilience. Plant health is crucial to achieving [...] the best possible yield and quality with the lowest possible dependence of pesticides. Although the plant root system is poorly visible, roots play an essential

• New Leaf Plants back Koppert biocontrol

  June 9, 2021

  Nicole Higginson New Leaf Plants back Koppert biocontrol New Leaf Plants Ltd is an ambitious, progressive and successful plant producer, based near Evesham [...] owners David and Nicole Higginson relocated to their new 30 acre site in 2013, with a vision of becoming one of the most esteemed nursery stock suppliers in [...] polythene structures and developing new propagation facilities. The primary aim is clear: to become one of the leading producers of climbing plants in the home

• Licence permits release of Koppert Swirski Mite® in polytunnels in England

  January 6, 2021

  tunnels, with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.” The Natutec Drive® is a patented system, attached to a custom-made vehicle, which is driven between [...] there is a strong justification for positioning Andersoni® at the beginning and at the end of the season when cooler conditions prevail, with Swirski [...] Andersoni® is particularly effective against thrips and whiteflies, but will also feed on the two-spotted spider mite , Tetranychus urticae . Koppert is also

• Earth Day 2023

  April 21, 2023

  One of the key ways that we promote sustainability is through our biological solutions. We work with nature to develop solutions that support natural pest [...] our workforce. We replaced over 110.000 ISO boxes with these eco-friendly cooler boxes. Earth Day is an important reminder that we all have a role to play [...] it for future generations. At Koppert, we believe that caring for the earth is not just a responsibility, but a way of life. We are committed to promoting

• Spidex Vital® sets new standards in spider control

  May 12, 2021

  growers for more than 50 years. The new product is also based on P. persimilis, but this comes with several new and interesting differences, which offer [...] been on the market for a short period, but already its performance is striking a chord with growers, and there are strong indications of widespread market [...] method is centred on the use of an undisclosed artificial diet, which significantly increases the rearing capacity of P. persimilis . “This is a modern

• Airobug – “the aerial application system”

  January 6, 2021

  Airobug and Koppert’s know-how. This is not just a product, it’s a complete system. It is built around the Airobug which is the principle delivery system that [...] timely way. It is a great labour-saving device, giving about a 75% reduction in time spent applying the biocontrol, when compared with manual application [...] computerised touch-screen control pad, which is attached to a control unit on the device.” Bridge Farm Group is a high quality herb, ornamental plant and

• Comprehensive Control Combination for Carrot Fly

  May 13, 2022

  cone-shaped dispenser with a lid. Each dispenser is positioned in the field on a supporting pole. The standard dispenser introduction rate is 4/ha, but this can [...] majority of mining activity inside taproots is attributed to the creamy white third instar larvae. The adult fly is 6-8 mm long, has two pairs of wings, a [...] surface. Carrot Fly Traps are supplied complete with supporting clips and poles. A minimum of 4/ha is suggested, but up to 10/ha may be more appropriate

• SWD

  May 8, 2019

  (starting in March) is now thought to be crucial to minimizing the impact of SWD on vulnerable crops. Continuous monitoring until November is recommended. Traps [...] at a minimum density of 10/ha (1/1000 m²) Fill each trap with 200 ml of attractant (there is a helpful marker line inside the trap) Check the traps each [...] Fly Attractant Spotted wing drosophila (SWD), a native of south-east Asia, is now a widespread and serious threat to soft and stone fruit crops across the

• General Terms and Conditions of Sale - Koppert UK Ltd.

  time to enable the Company to perform the Contract in accordance with its terms. 3.3 The quantity and description of and any specification for the Goods [...] by the Company]. 3.4 If the Goods are to be manufactured or any process is to be applied to the Goods by the Company in accordance with a specification [...] instalment of the goods or any parts for them) which the Company is to supply in accordance with these Conditions/specified on the Order Form to which these

• Enhance Your Aphid Control With Hoverfly Allies Rophoria & Syrphidend

  March 13, 2024

  Hoverflies can be combined with other natural enemies for robust and effective control of aphid pests. Packaging Rophoria is supplied in a cardboard box [...] flying capabilities, prove to be efficient dispersers, covering large areas with ease from relatively few release points. Their unique ability to locate aphid [...] before pupation. Rophoria Rophoria , the hoverfly Sphaerophoria rueppellii , is able to thrive in a wider range of temperatures compared to its counterpart