• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  impact on the beneficials than on the thrips, which means I need to be alert. The same goes for caterpillars , since there’s essentially only one corrective [...] ‘almost’ biological, using fewer and fewer chemicals. He has been using Trianum for the past two years in order to protect his plants’ roots. ‘I started using [...] explained Kees Hendriks. Together with Stefan Wubben, Kees Hendriks runs a farm covering over six hectares along Hoefslag road in the Dutch village of Pijnacker

• Pherodis

  trap in the right position as indicated for the particular trap Wash your hands between assembling pheromone traps for different pest species During the first [...] beetles , flies and mealybugs . Check with your Koppert consultant or advisor for species Pherodis that are available. Crops Protected and outdoor crops. Mode [...] Pherodis dispensers release a species-specific sex pheromone or lure, and need to be used in combination with an insect trap, the type of trap depends on

• Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

  solution for urban areas.’ Wolterinck BV sprays the nematodes when the caterpillar egg casings begin to emerge. A second spraying may be needed, either [...] Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar . ‘We’ve been using nematodes for years. The product is our preferred method over products based on Bacillus [...] effective around ten days in and if the trees have at least 30% of their leaf cover, Bacillus thuringiensis can also have a good combatting effect.’ Staunch

• Natutec biocontrol application devices

  streamlined application methods. The right system for you Choosing the right system depends on the specific needs of your operations, particularly the surface [...] application devices for the dispersal of beneficial organisms over crops. Each Natutec solution is specifically tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers [...] crop protection applications. Consult your local Koppert representative for personalized advice and information about Koppert biocontrol products that

• Beneficial microorganisms

  beneficial microorganisms into pest management strategies reduces the need for chemical pesticides, contributing to more sustainable and eco-friendly [...] effectively infecting and controlling harmful pests. Beneficial microorganisms for pest control include fungi, bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in [...] environments such as soil, water and air. These microorganisms are harnessed for pest control through applications like biopesticides, where they are introduced

• Experience Centre

  fungi for international agriculture and horticulture. Take a look inside a bumblebee hive and see these tireless workers do what they do best. Did you know [...] our Experience Centre and discover the world of sustainable cultivation If you are interested in sustainable cultivation, biological crop protection , and [...] natural pollination , come and visit the Koppert Experience Centre where you can take an interactive journey through the fascinating world of sustainable

• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  November 28, 2018

  regulation for the biocontrol industry in a White Paper that it has presented to the European Union. It proposes a new EU regulatory framework for bioprotection [...] precise timelines, evidence-based procedures, and tailored data requirements.’ Do you anticipate any resistance? ‘So far all attempts by IBMA and others have [...] bioprotection technologies that provide effective and innovative plant protection for modern agriculture are a vital tool in the EU’s work to support farmers and

• At Koppert, every day is Earth Day

  April 26, 2021

  to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Koppert’s own contribution to sustainability is clear: In everything we do, we make sure both nature [...] contribute and benefit equally. We have a deep respect for nature. Nature is smart and many of the solutions for our worldly challenges lie in nature itself. That [...] solve the world’s biggest challenges, we need to take the interests of people as well as nature to heart. We need to stay connected and understand how nature

• Powdery mildew

  contact with water for no more than a few hours. Powdery mildew spores, either ascospores or conidia, don’t need nutrients or water for germination. In general [...] is not relevant for other diseases that are inhibited by reducing the RH In fruit trees, pruning should be done early in the season Do not provide excess [...] Therefore, this is where the colonies mostly occur in these crops. In covered roses, the colonies appear first and foremost on the upper side of the leaves

• Trianum-G

  dosage for each crop and situation Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] establish on the roots. Competition for nutrients Trianum-G takes away the source of nutrients that the pathogens need. The pathogens therefore have less [...] mixed with the substrate. Application on soil: Do not apply this product as a broadcast application. Cover applied product with soil or otherwise incorporate