Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

fruit and vegetable product present the physical and organoleptic characteristics of the variety, free of pests and diseases and free of pesticides, guaranteeing [...] out with the company Sociedade Agrícola Militão, in the town of Ribatejo, in a pepper crop for the processing industry. Pedro Militão is one of the two owners [...] ha), and Aubergine (90 ha). The great challenge facing the production of crops for the processing industry is to work at a low price in which the fruit

Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

run by Koppert Spain in breeding cages in Almeria, demonstrating the interest in the method that we have validated in the field. The results are very clear [...] regulate the bug and have tried several application methods: the small backpack sprayer directed at the head of the plant in a very localized way, and also [...] Koppert’s technical head of the consultant for the South East Region of France: ‘We recommended the beneficial nematode Capsanem in combination with an adjuvant

How to protect bumblebees in cold

colonies thrive in low temperatures: Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring they catch the morning sun. Make [...] during the winter months, bumblebees face challenges in surviving the cold conditions to maintain their productivity. We understand the importance of creating [...] around the hive to incubate the brood. It's crucial to protect the brood during such conditions to avoid damage Keep in mind that the impact of climate

Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

Wolterinck BV in Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies [...] 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 [...] Wolterinck BV sprays the nematodes when the caterpillar egg casings begin to emerge. A second spraying may be needed, either of nematodes or of nematodes plus

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

common in avocado production in Mexico, more and more growers are exploring the development and implementation of natural enemies of pests and diseases [...] them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe control of thrips , crystalline [...] conditions for the marketing of fruits and vegetables in their aisles. IPM enables farmers to comply with these regulations and ensure safe and environmentally

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop [...] development and application of biological crop protection.| The future Koen's vision of the future of agriculture is hopeful. He believes that the reduction [...] insights about the future of agriculture, where traditional and organic practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting

Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

Koppert's success firsthand. "We realized that incorporating pollinators and biological control in our crops significantly reduced our reliance on high-impact [...] them to increase the productivity and profitability of their crops. The ongoing collaboration between farmers and Koppert lives up to one of its core values: [...] centers in San Quintín and Vizcaíno, Baja California, Rancho Los Pinos sets the standard for vegetable production, packing, and marketing in northwestern

Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

notice that the whitefly’s development cycle had clearly been inhibited in the spots treated with Mycotal. We used the same dosage of Enermix in the three test [...] Longer shelf life We were also able to increase the shelf life of Mycotal by adjusting the production process. We are currently working with our registration [...] test plots, and slightly higher dosages of the predatory bug. As a result of that choice, we’ve yet to find out how much of the effect can be attributed

Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

reduction of Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large infestation which was present was reduced and under control, and the application greatly contributed [...] solutions ‘Since the arrival of Tuta absoluta in our areas, we have had problems controlling this pest chemically in our tomato crops. The problem got worse [...] targets. We applied several cycles of treatments in our heated greenhouses between February and May, and we will probably do more this autumn when the Tuta

Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

come out of the packaging and later after spraying. Dennis van der Wel explains, ‘We dampen the potting soil and then spray the nematodes over the young plants [...] Floricultura is a big name in the international orchid market. The company produces young plants of the Phalaenopsis, Cymbidium, Cambria, and Miltonia varieties [...] of biological plant protection, with a strong emphasis on prevention. The more pests we can keep out of the young plants, the better.’ Perfect results