Getting a head start - The importance of scouting in winter

. An important principle to scout for diseases is to understand what a healthy plant looks like. This is specifically key to identifying seedling diseases [...] seasons shift from winter to early spring. For growers, this transition is not just about preparing for planting; it is also a critical time for pest and [...] become more active, leading to potential outbreaks if not monitored closely. Scouting during this period allows growers to identify pest populations before

A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

witnessed a boost in confidence in the ecosystem of his hop farm. These natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific [...] change Lukas Locher, a fourth-generation hop grower, started his transformative journey in 2020, making the exciting yet challenging shift to organic farming [...] using beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial building block for the

A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

shift has led to more resilient plants and a more sustainable growing process. The road to chemical-free horticulture Looking ahead, Pieter sees a future where [...] family’s dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through various crops—from lettuce to tomatoes, and eventually to their current specialty: [...] specialty: anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my father and uncle

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience [...] using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the [...] opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest

Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

part of their mission as a producer is to contribute to healthy food in the world and, to achieve this, they must produce food with a lower chemical load. [...] since we went from a conventional management to a more environmentally friendly one. What was the most challenging at the beginning to reach the biological [...] Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe

Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet

specifically developed to build up defense lines to control spider mite infestation in your crop. Hotspots of spider mites are enclosed by a ‘dam’ of predatory [...] are now able to build of defense lines to both control the mites in the hotspots and prevent further infestation of the crop’. Reasons to use Spidex Vital [...] Spidex Vital Plus allows Phytoseiulus persimilis to multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks, extending the efficacy

The Spidex®-Spical® dual solution to spider mite control in glasshouse strawberry production

predator, with the ability to reinstate its dominance over very high spider mite populations. For more information on how to implement a successful biological [...] pest-predator ratio, leading to a population surge in the pest, and crop loss,” explained Stella. Spical® adds strength to the TSSM control strategy early [...] the foundation to a successful TSSM control strategy. Its positioning reflects several key biological attributes including its ability to remain active

Cerall, a powerful seed treatment solution against seed-borne diseases in cereal crops

Seed-borne diseases are harmful to your crop and can have a big impact on your yield. Want to know more about these diseases and how to recognize them? Click on [...] ability to deal with abiotic stress This results in improved yields and a positive return on investment. How does Cerall work? Cerall contains a high c [...] These diseases can also seriously affect the crop in a later stage. Cerall offers a powerful weapon to protect the seeds against these pathogens while st

An impressive range of predatory mite solutions thanks to continuous research and innovations

Crucial information on pollination at high temperatures

that proper pollination of a flower is the most critical process related to fruit set, yield, and quality, but are you clear on how hot climate conditions [...] is sufficient to ensure good pollination . The single biggest problem is that if there is not enough strength in the plant, the setting may be poor. Growing [...] Growing in warm climates opens up a whole set of problems that can affect yield and quality. Management of temperature, humidity, and radiation is therefore