• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  excellent results in pepper crops for processing in Portugal, a country where this biological fungicide has been registered since 2018 in its two formulations [...] biological fungicide a safe and effective alternative to pesticides in vegetable crops for the processing industry, which are very important in Portugal. Around [...] eliminates the need to use pesticides to control diseases at the soil level in industrial crops. For this reason, Trianum has become an important part of

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] "Explotación de los pardos," where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's agricultural [...] only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  maintained a close relationship that has allowed them to go one step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number [...] control in its raspberry production when it successfully controlled the white mite, a pest that had been a major problem for several berry growers in the region [...] ants, as well as root diseases that cause a reduction in the yield of avocado trees and economic losses due to fruit damage. For this reason, integrated

• Larvanem Has Been The Number One Product Against Vine Weevil For Over 25 years

  August 22, 2024

  getting rid of the larvae, growers will continue to experience problems. This is why there is a need for a biological approach. Larvanem was developed over [...] nutrition. Thanks to the strict checks we use in our production process, our nematodes are free of any diseases.' Rick also highlights how effective Larvanem [...] It's perfect for use in biological cultivation and doesn't harm other beneficials. The vine weevil is also unable to become resistant to Larvanem. You'll

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  March 17, 2025

  specialty: anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my father and [...] continues to partner with Koppert is the company’s reliability and dedication to growers. “Koppert is more than just a supplier; they’re a partner in our journey [...] started nearly a century ago. The Stolk Brothers’ journey in horticulture began in 1925 when Pieter Stolk’s great-grandfather purchased land in Bergschenhoek

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection [...] ies to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such [...] determined to prepare for this new phase of sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example, Koen is an inspiration for others striving for more

• Control spidermite with Phytoseiulus in soft fruit

  May 8, 2019

  usually possible to use this predator in a preventative fashion; instead it is normally introduced as soon as the first spider mites are found in the crop. Adult [...] between 15-25°C, and a relative humidity above 70%. Phytosieulus attacking a spidermite. Due to the wide variety of growing systems in UK soft fruit crops [...] introduction rates for Phytoseiulus differ according to the particular crop, e.g. being expressed per plant in strawberries, though per m 2 in cane fruit such

• Effective Wireworm Control In Potato Crops With Beneficial Nematodes

  July 19, 2024

  ns can lead to reduced yields, increased susceptibility to other pests and diseases, and economic losses for potato growers. Recognising A Wireworm Infestation [...] infestations and is also a helpful protocol in which to determine the species of the pest. Digging up soil samples and inspecting for wireworm larvae, which [...] role in the biological control of many pests. Nematodes, microscopic roundworms found naturally in soil ecosystems, also offer a natural solution to wireworm

• Thrip control in Strawberry with Orius laevagatus

  May 8, 2019

  of the predator is the aim for optimum control of thrips . It should also be borne in mind that capsids often start to occur in strawberry crops from late [...] Orius laevigatus in strawberry crops. Thrips are one of the most difficult pests for the strawberry grower. They are often impossible to control using i [...] insecticides, due to their inherent ability to develop resistance, and generally secretive nature, particularly so in the case of the western flower thrips

• Spidex Vital® sets new standards in spider control

  May 12, 2021

  spider mite prey for a day for it to synthesise the characteristic red-pigmentation. Growers and agronomists have commented how useful this colour change [...] within the carrier is a positive feature of Spidex Vital ® . In order to check the product for the presence of P. persimilis , a simple procedure can be [...] Spidex Vital® sets new standards in spider control In April, Koppert UK launched Spidex Vital ® for spider mite control, to replace Spidex , the long-standing