• Effective Wireworm Control In Potato Crops With Beneficial Nematodes

  July 19, 2024

  the larval stage of click beetles belonging to the Elateridae family, pose a significant threat to potato production. Most of the effective conventional soil [...] nematodes , are a group of parasitic nematodes that have a unique relationship with insects. They play an important role in the biological control of many pests [...] the impact of nematode biocontrol. A strategy of applying split doses can be followed to ensure that the whole risk period is covered. The use of beneficial

• Natutec Drive – On the road to precision biological control

  March 10, 2021

  diseases in the cultivation of fruit and vegetables in a variety of situations. Three versions of Natutec Drive The patented technology makes it possible to apply [...] versions of Natutec Drive to accommodate 4 to 8 row systems. 'There is the towed version of Natutec Drive that can be drawn behind a moving vehicle, a fully [...] performance of Natutec Drive to make sure we apply predatory mite and insects as efficiently and effectively as possible to optimize the effect of our biocontrol

• Koppert and CABI collaborate on making more biological controls available

  October 8, 2018

  part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Supporting the establishment of local production facilities of natural enemies to encourage the uptake of biological [...] in parts of the world where it was needed most. ‘CABI has a strong presence in Africa and Koppert Kenya and CABI are collaborating in a number of areas in [...] give advice on integrated pest management to local farmers. Other key areas of intended collaboration between CABI and Koppert as part of the MoU are:

• A Growing Success at Welgro Produce

  January 13, 2022

  A Growing Success at Welgro Produce Three young growers, Gary Weldon, Sean Weldon and Shane Halpin from Co. Dublin, Ireland have taken on a whole new challenge [...] challenge is a new business venture which involves growing cucumbers at Welgro Produce in County Dublin. They are determined to make a success of their investment [...] to growing a quality crop of cucumbers. They have been mentored by their predecessors, Tom Collins and Jim Carty, who have grown cucumbers on the nursery

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  mites?’ he asks with a smile. Koppert has been producing commercial quantities of predatory mites for more than half a century and is a global leader in this [...] packaging and transportation of this increasingly effective solution for biocontrol of specific pest infestations. In recent years, one of the most successful [...] future. At Koppert we are on a mission to change the face of agriculture; to offer our biological solutions to growers as a sustainable and reliable a

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits [...] 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 [...] important 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

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol [...] biocontrol agent is effective to a larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact [...] market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  the ecosystem of his hop farm. These natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific focus on addressing issues [...] farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial building block for the future of organic agriculture, providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly [...] recognizes the need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving

• Cerall.. a powerful weapon against Fusarium, Tilletia caries and Septoria nodorum

  July 13, 2021

  maximum of 1 week Treated seeds can be stored for up to 1 year after application without any loss of effect. Summary of advantages • Protection of the potential [...] produces substances that have an instantly lethal effect on various fungal diseases • On the roots of the crop, the bacterium competes for space and nutrients [...] Dosage Cerall is used at the rate of 10 ml/kg of seed. Directions for use can be found on the packaging. Application Cerall is a ready-to-use formulation and

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

  application of Cerall, a biofilm is created around the seed. The metabolites already present in Cerall have a direct inhibitory effect on various fungal [...] remains active on the roots until the fifth leaf development stage. Read more Why use Cerall Biological fungicide effective against a wide range of seed-borne [...] results in improved yields and a positive return on investment. How does Cerall work? Cerall contains a high concentration of the Pseudomonas chlororaphis