• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] "Explotación de los pardos," where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's agricultural [...] only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable

• Natutec Airobreez

  lost. The Double Duct provides an airflow that guarantees a uniform distribution of material up to a distance of at least 4 metres from the Airobreez. Product [...] Select the right blowing speed and start walking in a constant pace Hold blower at a 90-degree angle to ensure optimal crop coverage Download manual Storage [...] and patented rigg ensures a very precise distribution of carrier material containing natural enemies. The bucket wheel gives you a constant and accurate amount

• Rhizoctonia solani

  was long believed to be a sterile fungus, but recently it was discovered that the fungus produces basidiospores. These spores don’t play a role in the epidemics [...] f ’), both before and after emergence. A typical symptom of root infection is that the taproot is reduced to a thread. Reddish-brown lesions occur on the [...] host groups. Not all isolates are pathogenic, many isolates are purely saprophytic soil inhabitants. How to prevent Thanatephorus cucumeris Sterilize the

• Protect your crop when temperatures drop

  pests and diseases. Growers must embrace a sustainable approach to pest management that keeps crops healthy year-round and winter months are critical for [...] This highly soluble, 100% biodegradable formulation with a long shelf life, designed to control a range of insect pests in protected crops. Its target pests [...] In temperate climates, winter can be a deceptive time for crops, as many pests and diseases can remain present and passive beneath the soil, in plant debris

• Earth Day 2022: Koppert’s ongoing investment in the planet

  April 22, 2022

  processes. This follows our mission to contribute to a healthy environment by reducing internal and external waste to zero % while using 100% eco-friendly [...] day devoted to the planet. It draws attention to the environment, and promotes conservation and sustainability. On April 22, more than a billion people [...] responsible way in which to pass on the earth to future generations. We are an active partner of the United Nations’ Sustainability Development Goals. Controlling

• Natupol Excel – Bee Vision: nominated for FRUIT LOGISTICA Innovation Award 2017

  December 30, 2016

  quality products if we are going to be able to continue to feed the world. Koppert intends to make a contribution to this, in the broad sense, together [...] is different to that of humans. This simple discovery has led to this innovation. The ‘bee vision’ and additional innovations have shown a positive impact [...] bumblebees, Koppert has a complete range of products available to help growers produce more sustainably; biological control products to combat pests and diseases

• Ten striking facts about the tomato leaf miner moth Tuta absoluta

  September 23, 2020

  become resistant to nearly all chemicals. If you're not sure if there are moths in the crop or if you would like to find out how many there are hiding [...] twelve years. This tropical moth particularly likes tomatoes grown in nice and warm conditions. But this moth is a true nuisance that is also a master [...] extra alert if this moth decides to visit your greenhouse or farm. In order to tackle this pest effectively, it is essential to keep the following things in

• Praon volucre

  might be better to switch to an appropriate single species product ( Aphilin , Aphipar , Aphipar-M or Ervipar ). Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized [...] parasitic wasp Praon volucre Praon volucre is a parasitic wasp that belongs to the family Braconidae and to the subfamily Aphidiinae . Praon volucre is one [...] volucre products Aphiscout Expand all items How to use Praon volucre The parasitic wasp Praon volucre is available in a bottle ( Aphiscout ) Peel off the outer

• In control of pests in outdoor crops

  May 3, 2024

  crop cycle. Koppert continues to innovate, optimising formulations to extend their shelf life and to make them easier to store and use. We are working [...] controlling pests in outdoor crops, offering a viable and safe alternative to chemical options. “We work to understand growers’ challenges and provide them [...] ultimately developing a systems approach for the control of all major pests and diseases in outdoor crops. Big impact starts small When it comes to biocontrol

• CABI BioProtection Portal now available in Spain

  August 18, 2020

  with access to this online portal that hopes to reduce farmers’ reliance on chemical pesticides around the world. The portal, which is set to become the [...] the Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation, African Development Bank and the UK Department for International Development. Find out more about CABI [...] resource for pest management, the CABI BioProtection Portal, advises growers on how to identify, source and correctly apply biocontrol for specific pests and diseases