• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  Spain, forced a shift from conventional to biological crop protection methods. “Growers urgently needed a solution to a difficult-to-control thrips species [...] species to emerge and spread rapidly,” says Peter. “We see it as our responsibility to find solutions to those challenges as quickly as possible to help prevent [...] are now closer than ever to customers in the Niagara region, enabling us to respond more swiftly to local needs. This local-to-local approach is not only

• Mycotal

  at the specified interval, to target new juvenile stages as they emerge and break the pest life cycle Dosage Use 100 gram/100 litre of water Always check [...] for the spores to germinate and infest the pest Spray at late afternoon and/or early evening Notes Leaves no hazardous residue subject to legislation. Storage [...] cultivation. Mode of action After spraying Mycotal, the spores germinate and grow to hyphae that penetrate the pest's body cavity. Here they proliferate and destroy

• Mycotal Brochure

  biocontrol. The product has a long history of continuous development from a solid fermentation to the more efficient liquid fermentation method. Several production [...] fungus grows from within through the insect cuticle and produces spores on the outside of the dead body, which may spread the infection to other vulnerable [...] of the product, spores reach the insect and start to germinate External sporulation may spread to other pests Growing hyphal threads of the fungus

• Black bean aphid

  extract nutrients from the plant and disturb the balance of growth hormones. As a result, the plant’s growth is retarded giving rise to deformed leaves or [...] sugars, but has a low protein content. Aphids therefore need to extract large quantities of sap to get sufficient protein. The excess sugar is secreted in the [...] The legs are light yellow with darker tips. Adult wingless aphids are 1.5-3.1 mm long. Recommended for you Chrysoperla carnea Adalia bipunctata Effective

• Early blight

  blight From the primary infection of leaves, Alternaria solani can spread to the flowers (especially dangerous in crops for seed production) and to the crown [...] Post-harvest storage at 0-1 o C. A. brassicae and A. brassicicola : adjust the sowing date to avoid conditions conducive to infection. In greenhouses: [...] specific symptoms. Damage symptoms Alternaria solani causes small green to dark brown spots to occur on leaves. Those spots then turn into dark brown angular lesions

• Capirel

  at a rate of 1.5 billion nematodes per hectare (0.6 billion/acre). For orchard pests use 1,000 to 1,500 litres of water per hectare (100 to 160 gallons/acre) [...] few hours to days after infection. Visual effect Infected pest insects in the root zone turn yellow to brown but may be difficult to find, due to rapid d [...] humidity, temperature and soil moisture. Want to know the best time to apply? Use Timing Expert in Koppert One to identify the optimal application window for

• Our new branding: inspired by nature

  January 17, 2022

  reflects our connection to nature. ‘Our mission to contribute to the health of people and the planet by partnering with nature has led us to where we are today: [...] our solutions are being used in 100 countries all over the world. Over the years, our family company has evolved from a pioneering concern with four employees [...] global market leader. According to Martin Koppert, Chief Business Officer (CBO), it was time the branding evolves as well: ‘To make our world more sustainable

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  plants for nine months from sowing to harvest, so the plants are getting tired and trying to shut down, while we’re doing our best to keep them alive. As [...] Seeds Looking to the future, Peter hopes to make subtle improvements to the IPM programme rather than wholesale changes . “We’ve always tried to assign someone [...] the year, because of lower winter temperatures, but generally from February-March through to September-October we are almost exclusively using Koppert biological

• Koppert UK Conference: 19th October 2023

  August 25, 2023

  portfolio to ensure you get the best from your relative industry. Register Your Interest Now To register your interest for the event, and to receive a [...] below: Contact | Koppert UK We look forward to welcoming you all on October 19th as we work together to achieve 100% sustainable agriculture. [...] natural predators to crops, and how an array of Koppert biological controls, traps and biostimulants are applied by growers across the UK to enhance yields

• Onion fly

  necks of onion seedlings or in the soil close to the base of onion plants. The onion fly larvae that emerge from the eggs tunnel into the onion bulbs, harming [...] It can be difficult to identify an onion fly infestation because the signs may not always be visible. But there are a few symptoms to watch out for. The [...] important to carefully follow the instructions when using this strategy of onion fly control. More about nematodes Effectively apply nematodes to control