• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  days before the flowering period begins. The bees will start pollinating as soon as the flowers open. Ensure that the hive is positioned in the crop immediately [...] g it in the shadow of the crop or providing additional cover. Read more about bumblebees in heat here. Hive maintenance Keep the underside of the hive [...] depends on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Position the hive horizontally, so that the bumblebees always have access to the sugar water

• Capirel

  ) Mode of action The nematodes enter the pest and release symbiotic bacteria into the pest's body cavity. These bacteria convert the host tissue into a [...] reproduce inside the host. This kills the pest within a few hours to days after infection. Visual effect Infected pest insects in the root zone turn yellow [...] nematodes in stone fruits & nuts Target pests of beneficial nematodes in top fruits FAQ Nematodes Preparation Remove the sachets from the box and keep

• Diamond back moth

  antennae. The hindwings are narrow, pointed toward the apex. The tips of the wings appear to turn upward slightly when viewed from the side. In males, the upper [...] white upper edge. In females, the upper two-thirds of the forewings are light ochreous and the markings are like those of the males. The back is marked with [...] creating translucent windows. In cases of severe infestation, entire leaves may be destroyed, leaving only the veins. The larvae feed also on the chlorophyll-rich

• New Generation Mycotal

  June 2, 2023

  protection products in the market. ‘Koppert’s exploration for new potential targets for Mycotal, both in the laboratory and in the field, holds a great [...] detailed: ‘The production improvements have clearly resulted in better product performance in different crops and countries. We are now in the process of [...] range of pests found in vegetables, ornamentals , nursery trees and soft fruit in protected cultivation. The bio-insecticide contains the blastospores of

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  “part of the company furniture,” as he puts it. Originally from Belgium, Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001. “In 1967, our [...] response. “We were the first and remain the only company to offer an alternative to paper sachets for the application of predatory mites in challenging climates [...] breakthrough by being the first to use predatory mites to control pests," says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we

• World Food Day 2020

  October 16, 2020

  lives and the changing climate, the resilience of crops has become a crucial factor in our struggle to produce food with dwindling resources. The enduring [...] reduce the pressure on our natural environment and other finite resources?" In the search for answers, Koppert Biological Systems, as a world leader in innovative [...] systems need to change in order to improve food security and protect biodiversity and the environment. At the same time, the current global pandemic has

• Beneficial nematodes

  due to the bacterial infection. Feeding and reproduction: The nematodes feed on the multiplying bacteria and absorb the nutrients released by the bacterial [...] are essential for the nematode's parasitic strategy. The bacteria quickly multiply, causing septicemia (a lethal blood infection) in the host insect. Bacterial [...] nourishment for the nematodes and supports their reproduction. As the bacterial population within the host insect continues to grow, so do the nematode populations

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  September 30, 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

• Thripor-L

  and/or in application boxes (Dibox) Apply in groups of at least 50 insects in order to establish a population and encourage mating Make sure the material [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first thrips are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action The predatory bugs actively search for prey. With their piercing mouthparts, they extract the contents of their

• Spider mites and other mites

  are often found in colonies on the undersides of leaves, where they feed on the plant's sap. The damage caused by plant mites can result in discolored or [...] n of the leaves, with the affected areas curling and twisting. This damage is caused by the mites feeding on the plant tissue, which disrupts the growth [...] and the availability of food. Here's an overview of the life cycle of plant mites: Egg: The life cycle begins with the female mite laying eggs. The eggs