Artificially lit crops pollination advice

As bumblebees rely on sufficient daylight, artificial lighting can be used to ensure good pollination conditions. As bumblebee may face orientation problems [...] occurs (particularly 4 to 10 weeks before or after the shortest day, depending on latitude and environment) rapid decline in colonies could occur. In the e [...] aspects of pollination in indoor environments and provide valuable advice on how to overcome potential obstacles. From understanding the role of various

Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

particular note is the utilization of the 'Heatmap' feature, wherein colors on the company's map indicate the severity of the pest pressure. This feature

Knowledge

Cyclamen mite

There are species that feed on fungi, algae, plants, as well as insect and mite predators and parasites. Those living on plants can cause considerable [...] pallidus ) can occur both on vegetable and ornamental crops. Damage symptoms The cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) feeds on plant sap by penetrating [...] localized patches, because the mite spreads very slowly. Symptoms vary depending on the host plant and can resemble the damage caused by viruses. Infested leaves

Best practices

Aphelinus abdominalis

infested plants, because Aphelinus abdominalis is not very mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes ( Dibox ) Make sure the material remains [...] and at its introduction site for a few days The dosage of Aphilin depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should always be adjusted to the particular [...] Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphelinus

Neoseiulus cucumeris

distribute Thripex Sprinkle material on leaves or put small heaps on rockwool slabs Make sure the material remains on the introduction site for at least [...] Neoseiulus cucumeris preys on several other small organisms such as spider mites and tarsonemid mites. They also feed on pollen, which is useful for instance [...] egg, larva, protonymph, deutonymph and adult. Eggs are laid on the underside of leaves on leaf hairs or in the axils of main and side veins. They are oval

A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

has grown tremendously, but it remains a family business at heart—focused on quality, innovation, and close relationships.” Despite Koppert’s expansion [...] balance—innovation is great, but practicality matters too.” A future built on collaboration One of the key reasons Stolk Brothers continues to partner with [...] year, we refine our methods. And with partners like Koppert, we know we’re on the right path to a more sustainable, chemical-free future.” Nothing beats

A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

shares. "Working at Koppert allows me to carry on his legacy. I’m passionate about educating growers on how natural methods, like predatory mites , enable [...] cultivate their crops sustainably. It’s a journey I’ve been on since 1998. Transforming perspectives on biocontrol In the early days of her career, Rianne often [...] possibly explain to our children and grandchildren that we once sprayed poison on the food we eat and the flowers in our homes?" Rianne asks with a frown. For

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