Greenhouse crop pollination

to year-round cultivation of crops and supporting a more stable and sustainable agricultural industry. For the past 40 years we have been at the forefront [...] forefront of developing cutting-edge pollination solutions for the horticultural industry. With decades of experience and extensive research, we have gained [...] knowledge of pollinators and their behavior. Our team of experts is dedicated to creating sustainable pollination systems that mimic and enhance the natural

José Eduardo Belda and the transformation of biocontrol - Original Stories about predatory mites

Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

Thanks to the use of Koppert's biological systems, producers around the world have reduced their impact on the environment by drastically reducing the use of [...] profitability of their crops. The ongoing collaboration between farmers and Koppert lives up to one of its core values: working for the growers. [...] they are a benchmark in the industry. Founded in 1950 by Don Luis Rodríguez Aviña, Rancho Los Pinos boasts over 70 years of agricultural expertise. On

Tom Groot shares how we stay ahead of the game – Original Stories about Predatory Mites

Early blight

occur at the side of the stem. Life cycle and appearance of Early blight From the primary infection of leaves, Alternaria solani can spread to the flowers [...] spores surviving in the soil are the main source of infection. Especially wheat and barley reduce the number of surviving conidia in the soil. Use resistant [...] infection of the leaves. Survival can be several years, up to eight years for several Alternaria spp. Typically, Alternaria causes early blight of potato

Fusarium wilt

inside the vessel system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species are dispersed upwards on the outside of the plant. [...] Fusarium oxysporum is the species causing vascular wilt. First the leaves turn yellow and wilt, mostly on one side of the plant. Finally, the whole plant wilts [...] brown discolouration of the xylem vessels which can be seen when the stems are cut. In banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable

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

Preparing for the future ‘The future holds many challenges and one of them is the severe reduction in the use of chemical agents. In fact, a lot of them are [...] vital role during the introduction and rollout.’ Making biocontrol the norm In the Netherlands, the use of biocontrol has become the norm when it comes [...] strategies in horticulture. We have the most experienced consultants in the industry with years of practice in the field. We know our natural products

Bumblebee pollination

guarantees maximum pollination . The Natupol system is the result of over 35 years of accumulated expertise coupled to the latest technology – our best bumblebees [...] last longer. The hive design developed over the years helps bumblebees to save 20% of the energy usually spent on cooling and heating the hive. High quality [...] longer period of time, prolonging the overall pollination Best availability in the market Natupol colonies are available throughout the year and have a short

Understanding Orius

apply Thripor from the end of September to the end of March of the following year (between wk 39 and wk 12). However, they can be used year-round in greenhouses [...] works fine). Mark the introduction point(s) within the crop and/or on the scouting maps, along with date of application. Check the marked areas starting [...] Thripor will have a harder time establishing because of the amount of trichomes that can be found on the cannabis plant. Leaf hair density has also been researched

Pherodis

of trap depends on the species to be monitored. The species-specific sex pheromone lures males of the target pest into the trap. Trapping males also aids [...] dispenser. Preparation Collect the sachets containing the pheromone dispensers from the cold store and open the sachets Do not touch the dispenser, since manual [...] to other areas Application Place the dispenser in the trap and place the trap in the right position as indicated for the particular trap Wash your hands