• Optimising disease biocontrol in propagation

  April 26, 2021

  kill’ strategy, where the fungicide weakens the target, and T. harzianum completes the killing process . For further details on the propamocarb hydrochloride [...] infect the stem base. If infected, cuttings may, depending on the pathogen, develop a dark brown or black lesion that extends upwards from the basal end [...] watering-in the cuttings with the plant biostimulant Vidi Parva . At the same time, Vidi Parva should be tank mixed with Trianum-P to prevent the entry of

• World Soil Day 2022

  December 2, 2022

  Every year, the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance [...] societies to improve soil health. Held on the 5th of December, this year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout the world, soil nutrient loss is a [...] is recognised as being among the most critical problems at a global level for food security and sustainability around the world. When soils are degraded

• Fortafol ‘in-favour’ for growing strawberries in re-used coir bags

  January 6, 2021

  difficult decisions. The declining yields in successive seasons from the re-use of strawberry bags, has to be weighed up against the increased yields gained [...] beneficial effects on crop plants and substrate microbes,” commented Neil Procter, Koppert’s expert on biostimulants. Neil explained that when the treatment is [...] appreciation for the role that biostimulants play in integrated crop management systems. A campaign last summer highlighted some of the benefits that Fortafol-D

• Caterpillar control in greenhouse crops

  June 20, 2019

  gamma - Silver Y Moth The most harmful caterpillars that occur in the greenhouse belong to the Noctuidae, which is the largest of all the lepidopteran families [...] Always read the label and product information before use. Pay attention to the risk indications and follow the safety precautions on the label. [...] gamma ). The Tortricidae are another group of caterpillars that affect greenhouse crops. The term ‘leafroller’ refers to the fact that the caterpillars

• Mirical - Revolutionary Packaging Simplifies Application & Maximises Whitefly Control

  January 8, 2024

  distributed by hanging them over the stalk of a fully grown leaf at the top of the plant. From there Mirical will spread throughout the crop, where they establish [...] as a natural habitat for the Mirical bugs , as well as a highly effcient release system, making the product easier to use. The cardboard strips are fully [...] strips which can be easily distributed when hung on plants. The cardboard corrugations provide a shelter for the predatory bugs , enabling them to 'hide' and

• New Leaf Plants back Koppert biocontrol

  June 9, 2021

  2013, with a vision of becoming one of the most esteemed nursery stock suppliers in the UK and Europe. They embarked on a programme of investment, by building [...] developing new propagation facilities. The primary aim is clear: to become one of the leading producers of climbing plants in the home and European markets. “We [...] ethical manner, by reducing the use of peat, diminishing the use of chemical pesticides and using biological methods for the control of pests and diseases

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  openings. The nematodes then release pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These actions kill and liquify the insect from the inside. The nematodes [...] nematodes feed on the digested tissues of the dead insect and reproduce in large numbers. The pest insect stops feeding soon after being infested, and dies within [...] Facing the bean seed fly challenge This year, Frank encountered a significant challenge due to the cold and wet conditions at the beginning of the crop cycle

• Mycotal Brochure

  proteins by the fungus within the insect At high humidity, the fungus grows from within through the insect cuticle and produces spores on the outside of [...] Bredelaar in the Netherlands, 2020. The crop was treated 3 times with a 7 day interval. The graph shows the observations 2 weeks after the last treatments [...] After spraying the product, the blastospores germinate quickly and grow into hyphae that penetrate the pest body cavity. Once inside, the insect is killed

• 20250158_Valto_-_Label_V10_0_8_liter_EN_-_108x195mm_-_DEF_HR.pdf

  PRODUCTS. The undiluted virus should be used within the expiry date. The (COSHH) Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations may apply to the use of [...] application per crop. The product can cause mild virus symptoms on the plant and fruit. • Shake well before use. • Prepare 10% dilution of the product, eg. [...] applying the product. COMPATIBILITY Synthetic sand should be added to the spray/rub solution to create some minor damage on leaves, enabling the virus to

• Following Swirski, Spical undergoes revolutionary upgrade

  November 26, 2018

  With the release of Swirski Ulti-Mite , Koppert placed a revolutionary update of the successful predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii on the market. The company [...] sachets. The new sachet is also completely industrially compostable, and Koppert has also strengthened the hook so that it lasts longer. The predatory [...] not to make the mistake of thinking that this means that fewer sachets can be used per hectare, as this will negate the advantage for the grower. ‘Koppert