• Maximizing the effectiveness of parasitic wasps

  wasps known for their efficacy in controlling whitefly populations. Timing the release Wasps should be released early in the pest cycle, ideally when pest [...] when introduced strategically based on the crop and pest dynamics. Here’s how to optimize their deployment: Select the right species Different wasps target [...] may be necessary for some species in high-pressure environments. Application method Distribute wasps evenly throughout the affected area, using hanging cards

• Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

  to combine with other natural enemies like Aphytis melinus Makes it easier to comply with the pesticide backlist in the value chain Reduces the number of [...] Control armoured scales in citrus and grapes with Rhyzobug In our continuous pursuit to help growers biologically control pests in their outdoor crops, we [...] cause severe damage in your crop and can have a significant impact on your yield. It is therefore important to recognize the damage in an early stage, so

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  been using the Natutec Scout app since October 2019 and is very happy with how it works. ‘Scouting with the app is much faster thanks to the scanner’s digital [...] s, departments The grower can use the greenhouse editor in the Natutec Scout app to program in the actual layout of his greenhouse. The software then provides [...] contact with the Koppert consultant using the Natutec Scout app as a tool. It allows us to take the measures we need to take quickly, based on the advice

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  hives together. It is important to position the hives in such a way that the hive exits point in different directions, away from the crop. This arrangement [...] grasp onto the flower and generate vibrations, aiding in the transfer of pollen. Within one to four hours, the bumblebee's jaw imprints on the flower, commonly [...] humans, it is crucial to position the hive in a visible location. This allows both the bumblebees and people to easily identify and access the hive. Moreover

• Effective control of foliar grapevine diseases with Tiagan

  diverse field conditions. The product is available in France and is being introduced to additional European grape-growing markets and the United States. Development [...] Control downy and powdery mildew Tiagan is Koppert’s fungicide for the effective control of the key foliar diseases in grapevine; grape downy mildew ( Plasmopara [...] footprint. It is compatible with biological and chemical programs and comes in an easy-to-use, rainfast liquid formulation for reliable performance in diverse

• Even distribution of predatory insects with Natutec Drive

  Uniform dispersion Dyson Farming is the biggest private landowner in the United Kingdom and grows a variety of crops. The family-owned agricultural company [...] accurately,’ Angel explains. ‘The two arms of the tool unfold over the crop to blow the live products accurately and uniformly over the strawberry plant foliage [...] Half a year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. ‘It was

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  proportion of the growing plants. In the end, everything more or less turned out fine – the plants in 12 cm pots were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer, and [...] complex. The plants in the propagation phase enter the processing hall every nine weeks. During the nine week period that the plants are in the greenhouse [...] strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is maintained at the right level. The method works fine in this automated production system

• Onion fly season 2024: Growers limit damage with beneficial nematodes

  In Emmeloord, in the heart of the Noordoostpolder, the Koppert and Nemacontrol teams are taking stock of the growing season. The Noordoostpolder is known [...] accurately predict the timing of these flights, which is roughly the same each year. What surprised us was the high pest pressure so early in the season, especially [...] From the earliest signs of the onion and bean seed fly in spring up until the onion harvest, Koppert and Nemacontrol are in constant contact in pursuit

• Mirical – optimal whitefly control with revolutionairy release system

  are hung in the crop. The strips can easily be distributed in the plants by hanging the cardboard strip over the stalk of a fully-grown leaf at the top of [...] exacter to dose in the crop. All resulting in a faster population buildup in the crop and thus a significant improvement of controlling the pest. Besides [...] innovations, the ferocious predatory bug Macrolophus pygmaeus ( Mirical ) is now stronger and better able to establish and develop itself in the crop: Improved

• RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

  he says, ‘I am more interested in seeing the trend. Is the level of whitefly infestation staying the same or is it going up or down? I want to see that at [...] trend in level of infestation pressure is now visible in easy-to-understand graphs. ‘It's about that line. Is it going up? Down? Or is it staying the same [...] others still can. The app is very reliable, the chance of mistakes in biological plant protection is now much smaller. We have tested the app extensively