• Plant Health

  structurally complete compounds, such as carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. As plants photosynthesize efficiently, they transfer sugars to the root system [...] suppressive effects on certain pathogens. Amino acids: building blocks for plant performance Amino acids, as biostimulants, support plant growth in stressful conditions [...] to plant growth and health. Their optimal functioning depends on factors such as humidity, available food sources, pH, and the absence of toxic substances

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  May 19, 2025

  control when he introduced predatory mites as an alternative to chemical pesticides. His innovative spirit and dedication to sustainable agriculture continue [...] Behind each of Koppert's predatory mite-based products lies an invisible yet fundamental commitment: we do everything it takes to ensure they meet our [...] Biological Quality Coordinator at Koppert Mexico. Her role is essential to ensure that every predatory mite reaching our customers is in optimal condition to protect

• Pollination

  flowers require insects such as bumblebees or flies to transfer the pollen. Bumblebee pollination Bumblebees are an indispensable ally for growers worldwide [...] What is pollination? Pollination is an annual challenge for growers when it comes to the production of vegetables, fruit and seed. Well pollinated crops [...] practices , growers can create an environment that maximizes the advantages of bumblebee pollination , ensuring bountiful harvest. Read more Fly pollination

• Onion thrips

  instance in cucumber, only occurs if the crop is heavily infested. In some countries, the onion thrips (Thrips tabaci) has been identified as an important [...] tabaci) is distributed throughout the world. It is found outdoors on many plants and particularly damaging on onions, leek, and in greenhouses on cucurbits [...] gerbera, carnations, bulbs and many others. Life cycle and appearance of Onion thrips Onion thrips (Thrips tabaci) develops in six stages: egg, two larval

• The Ultimate Guide to Fungus Gnats (Sciarid Fly) and Shore Fly Control

  July 4, 2024

  Gnats, also known as Sciarid Flies, thrive in damp, humid growing environments such as greenhouses, nurseries, and grow rooms. This pest is especially problematic [...] ns often signal an underlying cultural problem such as root disease, over-fertilization, improper watering, root aphid infestation, or phytotoxicity from [...] Stratiolaelaps is typically applied once at start of crop and reproduces in the medium throughout the crop, though are often re-applied at 6-8 week intervals

• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  pests and the reduction of agrochemical applications have had a positive impact on their crops. "Koppert products are easy to implement, as long as we go hand [...] to region and production conditions. At La Hacienda Fresh, reaching up to 42 weeks has been possible thanks to the reduction of crop stress by reducing [...] pests such as spider mites , thrips , aphids and mealy bugs . José Manuel Tafoya, junior production manager, the release of natural enemies of these pests

• Drososan

  sides of the plot, in the hedge (if available) and in the crop. If the crop is low, make sure the traps hang at least one metre above the ground. In taller [...] many flies or has evaporated, the traps must be refilled Dosage The number of traps required depends on local factors such as climate, crop and pest density [...] density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. The trap density typically ranges from 1-20 per hectare. Timing Install the traps as soon

• Integrated Pest Management

  What is IPM? Integrated Pest Management, often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs [...] strategies and making necessary adjustments. The IPM cycle is an ongoing process that incorporates the principles mentioned above. It's a dynamic approach [...] such as sticky traps and pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. The use of insect traps can also be an effective

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  appearance of Downy mildew Pathogens causing downy mildew are not fungi but Oomycetes and related to Pythium and Phytophthora. They survive as oospores. From [...] Pseudoperonospora cubensis is a plant pathogen causing downy mildew on cucurbit crops like cucumber, cantaloupe, pumpkin, watermelon and squash. Damage symptoms [...] stems and fruits. They cause lesions on the upper leaf surface, bordered by the veins, which are first yellow and then turn brown. On the underside of the

• Buxatrap

  reducing the number of eggs laid by females as they fail to mate. Presentation One trap with hanging string. Preparation For each Buxatrap two Pherodis dispensers [...] Place the trap on a stick at a height of 1.5 metres Replace the pheromone capsules every eight weeks Dosage 1 trap per 30-180 m 2 . Timing Use Buxatraps when [...] monitoring and trapping male box tree moths in combination with species-specific pheromone. Pests Box tree moth ( Cydalima perspectalis ). Crops Box trees