• Nothing beats original

  . Choosing the right predatory mite solution to control a pest infestation is contingent upon various factors such as the type of crop, the specific pest [...] stories Dive into the rich history and innovative spirit behind Koppert’s predatory mite solutions. Since 1967, we have been at the top of our game helping [...] unmatched portfolio of predatory mites . Uncover the untold stories behind this track record and gain insights into the passion and dedication that continue to

• Powdery mildew

  nutrients from the epidermal layer of plant cells. Most of the fungus remains on the outside of the plant surface. On the mycelium on the plant surface [...] leaf, because the fungus infects the plant by entering through the stomata and there are more stomata on the underside of the leaf. On the upper side, yellow [...] side of the leaf. In severe epidemics in cereals, the ears may also be infected. In pepper, the fluffy colonies occur mostly on the underside of the leaf

• New Anso-Mite Plus Sachet Beats Thrips Early In The Season

  February 8, 2023

  earlier in the season, to establish itself in the crop before Thrips can become a problem. Sachet Benefits Not only do the sachets prolong the effective [...] duration of the product, hanging them at regular intervals in the plants themselves, instead of blowing them over the crop, saves time over the extended [...] is the solution.’ Going The Extra Mile Unlike other Amblyseius andersoni products in sachets, Koppert’s R&D department decided to take the extra step to

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  They cause lesions on the upper leaf surface, bordered by the veins, which are first yellow and then turn brown. On the underside of the leave fluffy growth [...] required. For most downy mildews, the optimum temperature is around 15 o C and the closer the temperature is to this, the shorter the leaf wetness period that [...] actually the sporulation of the pathogens extruding from the stomata. Life cycle and appearance of Downy mildew Pathogens causing downy mildew are not fungi

• Natutec Drive – On the road to precision biological control

  March 10, 2021

  popular in the UK 'Currently we are preparing for the spring season with the production of 20 Natutec Drive machines for key customers in the UK - mainly [...] with success by growers in the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands. Demo trials are currently being set up in Germany, France and the US. Koppert Biological Systems [...] Ireland and the Netherlands where Natutec Drive is currently being used. 'Besides the time and expense of applying biologicals by hand, the biggest advantage

• Effective Spider Mite Control on Ornamentals

  April 10, 2019

  establish its population. The sachets are hung within the crop by the means of a strengthened hook, which gives greater durability. The sachets also have an [...] an exit hole through which the mites will disperse into the crop. Due to the smart design of the Spical Ulti-Mite sachets, they also serve as a point of [...] follow-on from the revolutionary Swirski Ulti-Mite sachet. Spical Ulti-Mite applied to ornamental crops before spider mite is found allows the predatory

• The Trianum and Vidi Parva Foundation

  February 27, 2019

  to get the best out of the crop. NatuGro optimises the synergistic relationship between the plant and its environment, both above and below the ground [...] led growers and agronomists to see the benefits of the proactive NatuGro approach, where the rapid establishment of the plant/soil/environment relationship [...] quality, and a reduced dependency on inorganic inputs in the management of pests, diseases and nutrients. The Triangle The objective is to generate and maintain

• Crucial information on pollination at high temperatures

  August 10, 2020

  you clear on how hot climate conditions impact on both the pollinator and the plant, and the interactions between them? Koppert’s White Paper on Plant-pollinator [...] experts in the field of pollination - now clearly points out the effects of high temperatures on pollination. ‘In the past, we have always observed the impact [...] es on the pollination activity of our bumblebees. It was now time to complete the equation by looking into the effect of hot climate conditions on plant

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  (Fortafol) early in the plant’s life and over the summer help to boost the plant’s resistance.” At the end of the season with the arrival of winter, a [...] actually cut the traps into four and use a piece of trap in every-one as physically catching the pests can be one of the best ways to get rid of the problem [...] including a range of perennials. The majority of breeding takes place at the company’s headquarters near Dereham in Norfolk, but the company also has a joint-venture

• Koppert and CABI collaborate on making more biological controls available

  October 8, 2018

  advice on integrated pest management to local farmers. Other key areas of intended collaboration between CABI and Koppert as part of the MoU are: The creation [...] promoting the benefits of Plantwise plant doctors and the use of biological controls as part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Supporting the establishment [...] This follows the success of earlier collaboration in Kenya in March this year in which CABI and the Koppert Foundation stepped up their efforts to combat