• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  December 18, 2018

  regulatory body with the participation of the member EU states, and that this should be operational by 2021. ‘Farmers need more sustainable tools with which to [...] develop and implement a short and precise timeline for the evaluation process, with evidence-based procedures and tailored data requirements. In the White Paper [...] be conducted using high-level scientific expertise in close communication with the applicants. IBMA’s President, Willem Ravensberg, says the new approach

• Navigating Energy Efficiency, Greenhouse Lighting & Pollination Success

  December 1, 2023

  The escalating energy costs associated with the operation of growing lights are imposing a significant burden on growers, profoundly influencing the dynamics [...] es for new LED light which better support bumblebee activity during days with low light conditions. Understanding how bumblebees have been affected by [...] little of the bumblebees’ visual light. New generation LED growing lights with blue and green light will help bumblebees forage and navigate on darker days

• Ahold Delhaize: ‘We can't sell anything without substantiated information’

  December 18, 2018

  the issues are for the ornamentals sector and how improvements can be made. With twenty supermarket chains across the world, this is important to us, as we [...] channels such as florists, retailers, and the day markets. And this all begins with a reliable and responsible product.’ Sharing information Ahold Delhaize considers [...] and ambitions are also an important factor to us.’ Information included with the product is essential according to Mol. ‘After all, the products from

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  transforming biological pest control one breakthrough at a time. We spoke with Peter Couwels, Director Operations, about Koppert’s innovative predatory [...] Additionally, we explore how Koppert is preparing for future challenges with new and evolving solutions. Peter Couwels is a fixture at Koppert, “part [...] developed the most extensive and innovative predatory mite range on the market, with numerous species and formulations tailored to different growing conditions

• Sustainable cultivation goes much further than pests and natural enemies

  December 18, 2018

  enemies. ‘It goes much further for us, too. We have already made good progress with the use of microorganisms, both in the soil and above ground. Look at the [...] success of a product like Trianum. We are also making very good progress with the use of the NatuGro natural nutrients. However, there are still many [...] scientific staff. For the time being, however, we will need to keep collaborating with universities, testing stations, and other knowledge institutes.’ Nevertheless

• Cyclamen main pest pressures

  May 17, 2019

  and sucking out the contents. This causes silver-grey spots on the leaves, with dark green spots of frass, and feeding marks to the flowers. Their life-cycle [...] the buds, or infest the entire plant, resulting in severely stunted plants, with crinkled leaves. Control strategies Macromite Before pot-spacing, distribute [...] available in the new Ulti-Mite sachet. The application of loose mites to start with gives good overall coverage, and then the addition of these slow release

• New Leaf Plants back Koppert biocontrol

  June 9, 2021

  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 [...] primary defence strategy against pests and diseases,” explained Nicole. “With Koppert’s technical support, we have evolved a biological control strategy [...] It’s effective, easy to introduce, and safe for our nursery operatives. With Koppert’s technical advice and support, we are in safe hands, and well-prepared

• New Generation Mycotal

  June 2, 2023

  Lecanicillium muscarium Ve6. These spores germinate rapidly after spraying, with the hyphae penetrating the pest’s body cavity. Once inside, they proliferate [...] series of operation adjustments and a more regulated production procedure, with special attention to temperature fluctuations during the fermentation and [...] sustainable agriculture is ongoing. To reach this goal, it works closely together with growers worldwide. The new generation Mycotal is now available in all countries

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  Controlling the transmitter with a timer 13 Recommended opening and closing times for hives (timer) 13 Controlling the transmitter with a climate computer [...] question). In addition to this, we supply receivers with a normal hive door and transmitters with a modified (‘queen excluder’) hive door. There are also [...] use/inappropriate use The Wireless BeeHome system should be used in accordance with the procedure explained in this user manual. Read the full contents of the

• Earth Day 2023

  April 21, 2023

  that we promote sustainability is through our biological solutions. We work with nature to develop solutions that support natural pest control, improve soil [...] transportation fleet was bio-diesel HVO30. We replaced over 110.000 ISO boxes with eco-friendly coolers in our markets. Moreover, we switched from air shipping [...] development opportunities to our workforce. We replaced over 110.000 ISO boxes with these eco-friendly cooler boxes. Earth Day is an important reminder that