• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large infestation which was present was reduced and under control, and the application greatly [...] Since the establishment of Società Agricola Gandini Antonio in the 1950s, the company has based its farming methods on criteria that respect the environment [...] beneficials, we decided to use the nematode Steinernema feltiae in the spring of 2020. The results were good and there was no residue.’ Using nematodes

• IPM app

  intuitive user interface. The Dashboard gives the grower insight into pest issues in almost real-time once uploaded from the field. Koppert iPM scouting software [...] growers with their in-depth integrated pest management program. Koppert iPM consists of two components, a Scout App and an online Dashboard. The Scout App works [...] iPM Scout app Compatible with iOS and Android Enjoy scouting with a customized template Enter multiple pests/diseases at once Scout multiple sessions and

• Natutec Drive takes centre stage

  January 6, 2021

  engineering expert. “I am proud to have been heavily involved in the design and manufacture of the Natutec Drive from the beginning, and I am looking forward [...] forward to seeing this in practise on strawberry farms throughout the British Isles in the years ahead,” he added. Patented System The Natutec Drive is a patented [...] 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

• Geranium aphid

  presence in the crop. Acyrthosiphon malvae rogersii is holocyclic (i.e. they mate in autumn and produce eggs to overwinter) and monoecious (i.e. they do [...] petioles. In outdoor strawberries they reach their peak in June. Winged aphids are formed from May onwards and are responsible for spreading the infestation [...] distributed in northern and western Europe. Damage symptoms Wingless aphids may form large colonies on young strawberry foliage, particularly along the petioles

• Gilfresh Pumpkin Pollination Providing Excellent Yields

  May 5, 2023

  Ireland's orchard county due to the number of apple orchards located here. We were aware of how important pollination was in the surrounding orchards, and when [...] our pumpkin crops." Gilfresh saw the potential for increased yield after witnessing the impact pollination was having in neighbouring orchards "We Have Seen [...] Koppert Hives At The Heart Of Pumpkin Produce Success At Gilfresh Gilfresh Produce, based in County Armagh in Northern Ireland, are a family run company

• Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

  levels are high earlier in the year. We could theoretically spray everything in the greenhouse to death during crop rotation, so that the new crop starts off [...] That said, I did notice that the whitefly’s development cycle had clearly been inhibited in the spots treated with Mycotal. We used the same dosage of Enermix [...] although the level of infestation is lower, he will also apply Mycotal in the unlit crops this year. Improved Mycotal still the best product In recent years

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  One of the key factors for the successful implementation of the biological control program was the training of personnel in pest monitoring and the release [...] of 1.8% in volume and 11.4% in economic value, with the main client of Mexican chili being the United States, a country to which around 99% of the total [...] successfully collaborated in the implementation of an IPM program, which has facilitated the protection of their crops without the use of agrochemicals and

• Yellow rose aphid

  white skin, betraying their presence in the crop. The yellow rose aphid is holocyclic in North America (i.e. they mate in autumn and produce eggs to overwinter) [...] ornamental crops. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting production. The yellow rose aphid is also a vector of several viruses [...] and strawberries, in glasshouses in northern Europe or outdoors in warmer climates. Wingless yellow rose aphids have a brownish head; the body is bright yellow

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  category above the rest in the mite production field as it guarantees the optimal establishment of the predatory mites in crops, especially in dry conditions [...] prolong the duration of their efficacy. It’s all about maintaining the moisture in the sachets; keeping the moisture inside without harming the mites and [...] insects in the crop. ‘They show an incredible capacity to convert pests into food for the next generation of mites. They have an enormous impact in the crop

• Nothing beats original

  all items Unleash the Original: Get in touch Take the first step towards maximizing your yields and minimizing pest damage by getting in touch with us today [...] . Choosing the right predatory mite solution to control a pest infestation is contingent upon various factors such as the type of crop, the specific pest [...] stories Dive into the rich history and innovative spirit behind Koppert’s predatory mite solutions. Since 1967, we have been at the top of our game helping