• A Growing Success at Welgro Produce

  January 13, 2022

  growing cucumbers at Welgro Produce in County Dublin. They are determined to make a success of their investment in a business environment which can be [...] challenging and often unpredictable. Even though the glasshouses are relatively old and in need of modernisation, the three growers have demonstrated that [...] that various natural pest predators and parasites, which are released into the cucumber crop, are preventing pest populations from reaching levels which

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  Make sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] when the bumblebees are active. Also take care that coating, polycarbonate plates, screens, or other light restricting filters are not blocking (early) [...] If side screens are used, take the angle of the sun into account. Natupol Excel Natupol Excel was developed for better performance in difficult light

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  Originally from Belgium, Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001. “In 1967, our founder Jan Koppert reached a major breakthrough by [...] " says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we launched our Swirski-Mite solution, a game-changer in crop protection [...] technologies, and invested in facilities for mass production, resulting in an effective and viable solution. Those breakthroughs in turn have served as a launch

• Capyphor

  insects in the root zone turn red to brown but may be difficult to find, due to rapid degradation. Pack size 3,000 million - 4 sachets of 750 million in a box [...] and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): do not use them in direct sunlight The moisture content of the soil [...] Koppert representative/distributor for more information Spray in the evening (or morning in some cases) allowing nematodes to work for several hours within

• New Strain Of Green Peach Aphid, Myzus Persicae, Requires More Aggressive Beneficial Insects

  September 1, 2023

  worldwide, are battling to control a new strain of the green peach aphid , Myzus persicae , that presents an increasingly frequent and harmful challenge in greenhouses [...] former, and has also been found in crops such as eggplant, cabbage, chrysanthemum, roses and many others. It is establishing in the the UK, The Netherlands [...] which is more effective. ‘We have already proved its effectiveness in the lab, and are now doing cage and field trials to acquire hard data for recommendations

• Enhance Your Aphid Control With Hoverfly Allies Rophoria & Syrphidend

  March 13, 2024

  olfactory cues makes them valuable assets in the ongoing battle against these destructive pests. Hoverflies are versatile in their diet, showing no particular [...] soon as the first aphids are detected in the crop. Syrphidend: A Cool Companion For Cooler Conditions While Rophoria excels in warmer conditions, Syrphidend [...] In response to the growing challenges posed by aphid infestations, Koppert are pleased to introduce two new products to its aphid control product portfolio:

• Legume Pest Monitoring Systems

  April 12, 2023

  growers in recent years. Pea midge is a pest that affects mainly vining peas, although combining peas are occasionally attacked. The larvae feed in the flower [...] Manage This Pest More Effectively" Following evaluation at several sites in Yorkshire in 2021, the monitoring system has been shown to work well, accurately [...] With Pea Midge Monitoring Systems PGRO, with Pherosyn Ltd. and Koppert UK, are working together to ensure the continuation of our important monitoring systems

• Comprehensive Control Combination for Carrot Fly

  May 13, 2022

  Capirel There are three treatment windows for Capirel : Before first generation adults emerge from overwintered pupae in the spring In the summer (June-July) [...] Psila rosae, emerges from overwintering pupae, to lay white, ovoid eggs, in cracks in the soil surface, close to the plant’s stem base. After a few days, the [...] 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 in some situations

• Natutec Drive takes centre stage

  January 6, 2021

  participating in the Natutec Drive video footage, which has resulted in a first class marketing video, due in part to Clarke’s help and support in this work [...] machinery which exemplifies our superiority in the field of biocontrol-related innovations. We are a long way in front,” explained David Foster, General Manager [...] demand for the Natutec Drive to remain high. If growers are remotely interested they are advised to get in contact with their Koppert consultant as soon as possible

• Manual Growing lights

  vision. 3 In winter time, when (UV)light levels are already low, growing lights (SON-T) are often used. These lights spread a lot of light in the yellow/red [...] spectrum for foraging, but do not see in the red light spectrum. Conversely, humans do see in the red light spectrum but also in the green and blue light spectrum [...] placement systems are on the market as well. These systems don’t allow optimal placement of bumblebee hives. The hives that are lowest in the stack, don’t