• Sustainable cultivation goes much further than pests and natural enemies

  December 18, 2018

  between plant and environment 100% sustainability is more than just biological control using natural enemies. ‘It goes much further for us, too. We have [...] crops in a much more natural and therefore more sustainable way and in many cases actually prevent outbreaks of diseases and pests, thus avoiding the need [...] better, we can also help it better.’ For decades, agricultural producers have not had to think about the sustainability of their cultivation processes. That

• 100% Sustainable Agriculture

  resilient crop takes expert knowledge and a great deal of experience! Growing in a sustainable manner with respect for our future generations makes it even [...] are not alone: Koppert wants to help you find the right solutions. We are a family business and the global market leader in developing sustainable solutions [...] solutions against diseases and pests for decades. We tackle these with biostimulants, beneficial nematodes , natural enemies, fungi, and bacteria. In short: natural

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

  February 17, 2025

  Bergschenhoek and started growing lettuce. Over the years, the family’s dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through various crops—from [...] full commitment—not just from growers, but also from policymakers in The Hague and Brussels. We need clear regulations and support, not shifting policies [...] tomatoes, and eventually to their current specialty: anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling

• Wheat bunt

  seedlings even before emergence and the fungi grow inside the plants to the growing tip. The fungi grow between the plant cells and eventually inside the kernels [...] Soil moisture between field capacity and permanent wilting point is best for infection. How to prevent Wheat bunt Use resistant cultivars. However, the fungi [...] form new isolates that can break resistance Use clean, disinfected seed The use of soil fungicides can help reduce the soil-borne inoculum Sowing winter crops

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  pest and disease detection. Identifying pests and diseases early allows for targeted control measures, reducing the need for excessive pesticide use. This [...] inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests and diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification and prompt action. By employing [...] monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are

• Mealybugs and scales

  beetles and lacewings help reduce mealybug and scale populations by attacking both larvae and adults. Pheromone traps support early detection and population [...] mealybugs, reduces the ornamental value of the affected plants. Fruit and flowers are also fouled, rendering them unfit for sale, and the reduced level of [...] Infestations reduce plant vigor, fruit quality and overall yield. Effective control of mealybugs and scales is essential to maintain healthy and marketable

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  intended as an education resource only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem as it is not a substitute for medical care. If you [...] bumblebee stings and allergies This information on bumblebee stings provides guidance for reducing the chance of being stung by a bumblebee and about the possible [...] countries. In addition, bumblebees and honeybees are used as pollinators in agricultural and horticultural crops. There are various subspecies with differing

• Root and crown rot of strawberry

  between Pestalotiopsis clavispora and Phytophthora cactorum. Life cycle and appearance of Root and crown rot of strawberry Not much is known about the life [...] necrotic areas in crown and root of strawberry. Plant development is slow, growth is retarded and rooting is poor. Transplants look weak and may die. It is hard [...] water), or that are damaged by for example handling or pests. Optimum temperature for Pestalotiopsis clavispora is 19-23 °C and high humidity or free water

• The Trianum and Vidi Parva Foundation

  February 27, 2019

  importance of promoting and maintaining a healthy and resilient relationship between the plant, soil and microbes. The loss and reduced efficiency of many [...] tolerance for plant stress, improvements in yield and quality, and a reduced dependency on inorganic inputs in the management of pests, diseases and nutrients [...] p is key for plant health and resilience, including: Root diseases: Pythium , Sclerotinia , Fusarium and Rhizoctonia Uptake of nutrients and water Stress

• Turf and grass

  About Used for lawns and sports fields, such as stadiums, golf courses, horse-racing tracks, athletic grounds, cricket pitches and football fields, turf [...] turf provides the perfect base for a wide variety of sporting grounds around the world. It is also prized as a ground cover for recreational purposes such [...] such as green urban areas and private gardens.