• Fit roots for plant health Technical bulletin 2020 EN

  contribute to a branched and healthy root system. The root tip is where things happen: uptake of water and nutrients for the plant and exudation (or ‘leaking’) [...] More and more growers are using plant sap analysis regularly, to be sure the plant takes up enough Calcium, Magnesium and trace elements, and not too much [...] branched (many side roots) and has numerous growing root tips with lots of root hairs. The use of Trichoderma harzianum (Trianum) and biostimulants (Vidi Parva)

• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  December 18, 2018

  cific body to develop and implement a short and precise timeline for the evaluation process, with evidence-based procedures and tailored data requirements [...] meet the sustainability goals it has set for itself,’ asserts Koppert’s head of Regulatory Affairs. ‘While the new assessment method will not reduce the risk [...] that provide effective and innovative plant protection for modern agriculture are a vital tool in the EU’s work to support farmers and effectively implement

• Loose smut of barley

  Contact fungicides are not effective Apply heat treatment, but viability and germination rate should be checked and compensated for Use resistant cultivars [...] cultivars Perform field checks for infected seed and prevent the use of seeds from infected fields for further cropping Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant [...] survives inside the seed and when the seed germinates, the mycelium of the fungus grows upwards inside the plant into the growing tip and the seed primordia

• Loose smut of wheat

  Contact fungicides are not effective Apply heat treatment, but viability and germination rate should be checked and compensated for Use resistant cultivars [...] cultivars Perform field checks for infected seed and prevent the use of seeds from infected fields for further cropping Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant [...] survives inside the seed and when the seed germinates, the mycelium of the fungus grows upwards inside the plant into the growing tip and the seed primordia

• Enhance Your Aphid Control With Hoverfly Allies Rophoria & Syrphidend

  March 13, 2024

  soft fruits, and apples. This versatility positions hoverflies as a valuable resource for sustainable pest management practices in various agricultural [...] Syrphidend . Adapted to warmer and drier conditions, Rophoria stands out as a versatile and resilient solution. The product must be used preventatively or as soon [...] climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Consult a Koppert advisor or recognised distributor for advice on

• Ervibank

  Use Ervibank to provide alternative hosts for Aphidius ervi and Aphelinus abdominalis to build up the population when aphids in the crop are scarce. Natural [...] Natural enemies Use Ervibank for Aphidius ervi and Aphelinus abdominalis . Mode of action Released parasitoid wasps will parasitise the wheat aphids (Sitobion [...] Fit a dripper to the tussock for continuous supply of water and nutrients, arrange proper drainage for any excess water Move the dripper from tussock to

• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems and offer a sustainable and environmentally [...] age. The eggs are white, oval, and approximately 0.3 mm in length. Best conditions for use of Stratiolaelaps scimitus For optimal results the soil has to [...] organic matter and have a loose structure. The minimum temperature for successful use of Stratiolaelaps scimitus is 15°C/59°F. How to use Stratiolaelaps

• Macrocheles robustulus

  ed protonymph and deutonymph, and adult. Adult mites are 0.6-0.8 mm long, oval shaped and pale white with a brown oval dorsal shield and brown legs. The [...] white. Best conditions for use of Macrocheles robustulus For optimal results the soil has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a loose structure [...] Macro-Mite ). Turn and shake the cardboard cylinder gently before use Spread material evenly on soil or planting medium (not on the plastic) The dosage of

• Aphids

  Aphids can cause significant damage to crops, and biological control is an effective and sustainable method for managing their populations. Beneficial insects [...] pests in greenhouse and field crops, causing plant stress, virus transmission and yield loss. Effective aphid control is essential for maintaining healthy [...] achieve consistent pest management, maintain crop quality, yield and sustainability. Solutions for aphid control Learn more about What are aphids? Aphids are

• Integrated Pest Management

  close inspection of plants for signs of pests and diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification and prompt action. By employing [...] monitoring. Crop rotation and soil health In agriculture, crop rotation disrupts the life cycle of pests and can reduce the need for chemical pesticides. [...] as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and control pests