• Municipality of Enschede: use of Entonem nematodes against oak processionary caterpillar has important gains

  March 9, 2022

  y caterpillar for the Municipality of Enschede. ‘We use Koppert’s nematode product Entonem in locations where we find a range of unusual butterflies and [...] gains The Municipality of Enschede started using nematodes for the first time in the spring of 2021 to try to halt the spread of the oak processionary caterpillar [...] caterpillar. The municipality’s built-up area has a total of 22,000 oak trees. In the past, the municipality only extracted the nests. But as Petra Klein Breukink

• Almond

  dulcis, syn. Prunus amygdalus ) is a tree species originating in the Middle East as well as in North Africa and the Indian subcontinent. The name also refers

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 5, 2023

  boosts nutrient use efficiency but also leads to a reduction in nutrient loss, a critical aspect in sustainable soil management. Crucially, our plant biostimulants [...] agricultural soil does not solely rest in the hands of governments or growers. Education plays a pivotal role in shaping our future. We already possess [...] and Water,’ echoes the profound interdependence of these two vital elements in sustaining life on Earth. Both soil and water stand as indispensable foundations

• New look sachet for Spical-Plus

  July 6, 2020

  Koppert Biological Systems’ trusted predatory mite product, Spical-Plus , has a new sachet. This beneficial insect has successfully been used for years [...] predatory mites over a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Spider mite can cause severe damage in any crops. Neoseiulus californicus is a predatory mite that offers biocontrol

• Tree specialist Wolterinck BV: biological control of the oak processionary caterpillar

  March 9, 2022

  against the oak processionary caterpillar Wolterinck BV in Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local [...] Co-owner and general director Ivo de Groot has witnessed the effect of Koppert’s nematode product Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar. ‘We’ve been [...] Bacillus thuringiensis -based products. ‘That is effective around ten days in and if the trees have at least 30% of their leaf cover, Bacillus thuringiensis

• Common bean

  About The common bean (also referred to as the string bean, field bean, flageolet bean, French bean, garden bean, green bean, haricot bean, pop bean, or snap bean) is a herbaceous annual plant. Botani

• Bedding plants

  perennial plants used in gardens and parks. There is a wide range of plants especially produced to demonstrate coloured flowers in spring and summer. They [...] They are easily divided in four different categories: Hardy annual plants which are planted directly into the soil already early in the season: sunflower [...] eschscholzia Tender annual or perennial plants are planted in a protected environment in late winter: begonia, chrysanthemum, arguranthemum, lobelia,

• Eggplant

  and is widely produced for its tasty fruit. In North America and Australia the fruit is called eggplant and in South Africa and Southeast Asia it is known

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  thrive. Digital scouting apps In the digital age, scouting is aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time. These tools streamline [...] Understanding crop monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring [...] the scouting process and make it more efficient. Using a crop scouting tool in horticulture can lead to more effective, sustainable, and profitable crop

• The 1000L Cerall Box: a sustainable and easy-to-use solution for growers

  May 2, 2025

  designed for ease of use by both growers and distributors. This foldable bag-in-box container simplifies daily operations by allowing growers to treat more [...] focus on their core activities. With this solution, growers can achieve more in less time while promoting a cleaner, more organized workspace. Additionally [...] ly, its foldable design ensures it takes up minimal space when not in use. After use, the box can be easily picked up for reuse, supporting a more efficient