Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

Cultivating Innovation and Sustainability: Koppert's Impact in the AIRTEA Project

Crop Monitoring and Scouting

monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are [...] insights into the health and growth of their crops, enabling them to take proactive measures and optimize their yield. Crop monitoring and scouting is the systematic [...] identification and prompt action. By employing insect traps, such as sticky traps and pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests and respond

Spider mites and other mites

spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells and causing leaf [...] mite eggs, larvae, nymphs and adults. Predatory bugs and gall midges complement this activity by seeking out mite hotspots and reducing outbreaks quickly [...] for spider mites and other mites, professional growers can maintain stable pest control, protect crop quality and ensure sustainable production. Solutions

Pumpkin, squash and gourd

are indigenous to the Andes region and Mesoamerica. Currently, five species are cultivated for their edible fruit and seeds. This fruit is alternately known [...] gourd. That depends on species, variety and local jargon. The fruits of the Cucurbita species are usually large and fleshy, but their size can vary substantially [...] substantially. Wild fruit species can be as small as 4 centimetres (1.6 inch) and some commercial specimens can weigh more than 300 kilograms (660 lbs).

The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

actively controlling mealybugs with Citripar and Cryptobug, armoured scales with Aphytis and Rhyzobug and spider mites with Spical Ulti-Mite . These biocontrol [...] farming Dedicated to sustainable practices, Balbino and his team have transformed their citrus cultivation methods. These sustainable approaches not only [...] environmental impact. The future of sustainable agriculture Balbino's journey reflects a broader shift toward sustainable and environmentally friendly agriculture

Pea blight, leaf and pod spot

blight) and lesions of stems, leaves, and pods (pea leaf spot and pea pod spot). Damage symptoms Ascochyta pisi causes spots on leaves, stems and pods of [...] the primary leaves. The fungus is seed borne and thus also causes post- and pre-emergence damping off and dwarfing. Other Ascochyta species may also infect [...] Ascochyta fungi develop most rapidly at temperatures below 20 °C and the spores require water for dispersal. How to prevent Pea blight, leaf and pod spot Grow

A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

organic farming and biological crop protection . This transition required Lukas to question traditional approaches, learn new techniques, and conduct numerous [...] the need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving [...] ecosystem of his hop farm. These natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific focus on addressing issues like the

Air blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

blowers to distribute and apply beneficials Blowing systems Koppert's blowing systems are especially developed for effective and efficient distribution [...] surfaces and full field distribution - high-tech cultivations with mono-rail or pipe-rail Airbug : hand-held blower - full field distribution - low and mid-tech [...] continuous efficiency of an integrated system Safe for natural enemies; no damage and proven low mortality due to the unique design 3 full-automatic blowers to

Biological Pest Control

making it a sustainable and effective long-term strategy for pest management. Additionally, as consumers and retail increasingly favour organic and environmentally [...] agriculture and pest management. Learn more about Pests Advantages of biological pest control Targeted pest control Natural enemies only target specific pest [...] ecosystems and protect crops without resorting to harmful chemicals. In biological pest control, beneficial organisms like parasitic wasps and predatory