• Upgrade Eco-friendly Coolbox delivers

  October 5, 2021

  more sustainable, the innovation shows a 25% saving on air freight, having gained an extra layer on a pallet due to the economy of size and weight. In the [...] cushion pads are easy to handle and dust free. A big change! Stronger. The cushion pads also make the box very strong as there is a better fit and no gaps [...] introduced earlier this year has been upgraded after rigorous trials that have resulted in better quality products delivered to growers. Evidence that we

• Freezing tolerance in blueberries

  May 6, 2020

  next spring, start already this year to create a healthy, energy rich plant. Koppert is using a variety a products to support this. Central in the schedule [...] Different flowering stage on one plant (on the left a one year old branch, on the right a multi-year branch). In the blueberry protocol of Koppert, energy in the [...] resilient enough to withstand the low and freezing temperatures that occur occasionally. Some growers have a sprinkling installation to protect their plants

• Pepino mosaic virus

  What is V10? V10 is a mild strain of Pepino Mosaic Virus used in a controlled way to protect plants against more aggressive strains such as PepMV EU, [...] minimal contact can infect new plants. Survival The virus can persist on surfaces, equipment, and plant debris, leading to further spread if hygiene is [...] V10 An effective strategy to protect tomato crops against Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is the use of cross-protection with a mild strain, such as V10 .

• Out of hibernation and ready for strawberry pollination

  April 12, 2016

  naturally occurring pollinators have been in decline for a number of years and there is a growing trend to introduce bumblebees in greenhouses and plastic tunnel [...] Climate Change report has drawn world attention to the need for a reliable and healthy source of pollinators to secure the world’s food production.’ Bumblebees [...] morning to late evening and fly well in poor light conditions. ‘Koppert’s bumblebees help to boost yields by promoting better fruit set which leads to higher

• Introducing beneficial nematodes for Agriculture and Horticulture at Fruit Logistica

  January 31, 2023

  pests such as caterpillars . New product branding After launching our new Koppert corporate branding last year, we are now happy to present our premium product [...] Nematodes have increasingly become a powerful part of sustainable IPM solutions. They offer growers opportunities to control pests in the soil such as thrips [...] spotlight Koppert will be present at Fruit Logistica in Berlin from February 8 to 10, where it will share its latest innovations, products and services. Beneficial

• Chrysanthemum

  ( Chrysanthemum spp. ), also called mum or chrysanth, is a flowering plant that belongs to the genus Chrysanthemum of the family of Asteraceae. The plant [...] species derive from East Asia. Especially in China a wide range of varieties and cultivars has been developed for commercial propagation and production. The [...] flowering plant. Nowadays, a wide range of other colours is available such as white, purple and red. Recommended for you Spidex Vital: a game changer in spider

• Western flower thrips

  species in many greenhouse crops. The western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) can be found on a wide variety of plants, including many vegetable [...] into the plant tissue with a saw-like ovipositor. Larvae are nearly transparent white or yellowish to orange-yellow, with a large head and bright red eyes [...] instars can be recognized by their developing wing buds. Compared to the prepupa, the pupa has longer, more developed wing buds and longer antennae that

• Mycotal FAQ

  is very unlikely due to the complex nature by which Mycotal interacts with the target pest. How to handle & apply Mycotal How to store Mycotal? Mycotal [...] Mycotal is a natural insecticide. It contains a so called entomopathogenic fungus, a fungus that disables and kills insects. The product is packed in a cardboard [...] may Mycotal: how does it work? spread the infection to other vulnerable pests. How long is Mycotal effective? Mycotal spores starts to germinate and

• Plant Disease Management

  increasing pressure to adopt sustainable and environmentally responsible agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent [...] rotation Crop rotation is a fundamental strategy, which means avoiding planting the same crop in the same location year after year. Rotating crops disrupts [...] plants to thrive. Healthy plants, in turn, are more resilient and better equipped to resist diseases. Sanitation Finally, good sanitation plays a critical

• Effective whitefly control with predatory mites

  rapid reproduction, resistance to chemical pesticides, and ability to transmit plant viruses make them a serious threat to crop yield and quality. However [...] and larvae No side effects: a natural solution without harm to other natural enemies or pollinators. No resistance development: unlike chemical pesticides [...] pesticides, pests do not develop resistance to natural predators. No residue: supporting growers to meet residue requirements or organic certification standards