• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  epinephrine into the thigh in the case of a sting. Tests and treatments are available at the Allergology department of the RdGG (Dr de Groot) at the Diakonessehuis [...] wasps. Drones, on the other hand, are incapable of stinging. The bumblebee's stinger serves as a defensive mechanism, injecting venom into the recipient's body [...] more. The use of rings, bracelets, and watches may also cause aggressive behavior due to the scent of oxidized material between the skin and the jewelry

• Initial experiences: Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  May 18, 2021

  recently made the switch to Spidex Vital. His initial experiences in using the new product are positive. ‘I’ve known Phytoseiulus my whole life,’ the cucumber [...] welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product.’ Pest control starts sooner Crop rotation is a critical time in cucumber farming. The populations [...] Spidex Vital can strengthen the biological system. So far, Spidex Vital has done what Sjaak van Dijk expected of it. A week after the first deliveries were released

• Mycotal

  essential for the best results. Direct the spray onto the underside of the leaves and to the growing points Agitate the spray solution continuously during application [...] into a slurry Fill the spray tank with the required amount of water Empty the slurry into the spray tank and stir thoroughly Add the correct amount of adjuvant [...] solution continuously during application Apply Mycotal at the end of the day For optimal results repeat the Mycotal treatment, at the specified interval, to target

• Trial results show Trianum is your key to a healthy carrot crop

  November 8, 2024

  with the grower standard. How Trianum works After the application of Trianum, the spores germinate, and the mycelium colonizes the roots of the plant [...] effect on the pathogens, weakening them and facilitating the process of mycoparasitism, which develops afterward. The mycoparasitism of the pathogen and [...] characteristics of Trianum are that it improves the uptake of nutrients and enhances the resistance of the plant caused by abiotic stress such as suboptimal

• Chrysoperla carnea

  sheltering under the plant or the rim of the pot, during daylight hours. The larvae grasp their prey from below and lift them in their jaws. The prey is injected [...] green-veined wings. The wings cannot be folded, and at rest are held tent-like above the abdomen. The hind-wings are slightly smaller than the fore-wings. [...] populations. The larvae of green lacewings are particularly effective predators. The green lacewing Chrysoperla carnea is used for the control of the following

• Introducing Montdo Ulti-Mite: Innovative defense against invasive thrips

  September 2, 2024

  s programme. ‘We are assisting growers with the implementation of our programme,’ says Valter. ‘We advise them on what to do and what not to do. For example [...] Thrips Parvispinus ‘We are always on the lookout for upcoming pests,’ says Tim Bossinga, Product Manager at Koppert. ‘Once they are on our radar, we screen [...] with the most optimal carrier material and packaging for the control of T. parvispinus in Spain's hot and low-humidity climate. We accelerated the entire

• Cotton leafworm

  yellow. They are laid in clusters of 20 to 500 pieces on lower leaf surfaces, often on the lower parts of the plant. The female covers the eggs with br [...] caterpillars crawl to the ground and settle in the surface layers. The pupa is 15 to 20 mm long and reddish brown in colour. The forewings of the adult cotton leafworm [...] front of the wingtip has a blackish marking, which is more pronounced in the male. The hindwings are whitish, with a brown leading edge. Adults are only active

• Koppert Sustainability Report 2023

  steering the ship, but helping the organization navigate its course. What motivates you in this role? ‘The people at Koppert are passionate. They are motivated [...] all parts of the organization that are based in the Netherlands. It meets regularly with members of the Board and the HR Manager throughout the year. There [...] Netherlands are represented by the Works Council. See the section on The role of the Works Council on page 47. Sustainability oversight The oversight of our

• Webinar Fit roots for plant health

  February 28, 2020

  Cost: Free What will you learn during this webinar: Awareness of the importance of micro-organisms in the root zone (soil life) Awareness of the importance [...] EC, pH) for the water and nutrient balance of plants Insight into the mechanisms of plant health and natural resilience Insight into the relationship [...] Currently he works as part time Executive Manager for the Koppert Foundation and is engaged in the training of stakeholders and knowledge management related

• Tobacco budworm

  considerably. Lifecycle and appearance of the tobacco budworm The eggs are laid in the flower buds, the fruit, and the growth areas; they have a spherical shape [...] In the absence of reproductive tissue, the larvae easily feed on leaf material. When the caterpillars move towards and penetrate the fruit, the risk of [...] yellowish-brown head during the first stages, and a greenish colour with side and back stripes and a brown head during the later instars. There are instances where