• Tutasan

  Place the traps on the soil or substrate Maintain a distance of 15-20 metre between traps A continuous water supply is needed to ensure that the trap works [...] Preparation Place the pheromone dispenser in the green canister and attach it to the upper central part of the trap Fill the trap with water to the level indicated [...] connect the trap to a dripper and make sure the water drips properly into the trap Add a small quantity of vegetable oil or liquid soap to the water A

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  Understanding crop monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring [...] practices that can determine the success or failure of a harvest. These essential techniques provide growers with insights into the health and growth of their [...] yield. Crop monitoring and scouting is the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  practice. Downy mildew manifests itself on the leaves in yellow, green or white patches on the upper surfaces. On the undersides, these areas are covered with [...] well on the Kenyan scene. Current use has demonstrated good control of downy mildew on roses, chives and basil. The product is also effective in the control [...] well as crops growing on vines such as cucumbers, grapes and passion fruit. Botrytis , or gray mould as it is commonly known, on the other hand, generally

• Miglyphus

  larvae in the mine and lay their eggs next to them. The eggs develop into parasitic wasps inside the mine (but outside the leaf miner), using the dead larvae [...] larvae by using them as a food source. This is known as host feeding. Visual effect The presence of Diglyphus isaea in the crop is signalled by short mines [...] in the morning or in the evening Dosage The dosage of Miglyphus depends on climate, crop and leaf miner density and should always be adjusted to the particular

• Nurturing Young Minds: Koppert's Partnership with 4K Clubs in Kenya

  December 6, 2023

  farming is not just a livelihood but a practice that respects the environment and ensures food security in the face of climate change. Empowering the Future [...] the Ministry of Agriculture in the 4K Clubs Project, a transformative initiative aimed at empowering the next generation of farmers. The Koppert - 4K Club [...] agriculture is a force for positive change and resilience against the challenges of a changing world. Our Visionary Partnership As partners, we share a commitment

• Horiver Rollertrap

  hung above the crop when the crop is still low Attach the Rollertrap to crop wires, greenhouse poles, or other supporting structures Place the Rollertrap [...] through the center opening of the roll which will allow the Rollertrap to spin freely while unrolling At the beginning and end of each run, cut the trap [...] ely 25 cm above the crop, except for the 30 cm width which needs to be placed 40 cm above the crop To assist with placement, insert a rod or other expedient

• Panoramix -Revolutionizing Growing of Cereals

  December 6, 2018

  In September 2017, the company launched Panoramix to the Kenyan market at a colourful event in Eldoret. The product is based on a consortium of beneficial [...] was a new product for me so I decided to give it a try in a portion of my farm. Through the growing season, the crop under Panoramix was always the best [...] admire it every time I visited the farm. This is despite planting it late into the season. The vigour was excellent with a well-established canopy which

• Managing Caterpillar infestations in your greenhouse

  June 24, 2016

  emerging among the top when compared with other insect pests.This has become a growing concern among growers especially in the flower industry, hence a need to [...] pheromones mounted on Delta traps to identify the species and ensure timely intervention. We recommend, that you set up the traps at a rate of 10 delta traps [...] traps per hectare where the adults are expected to be. Check the traps on a weekly basis and change pheromone dispensers every four to six weeks. Initially

• Stakeholder workshop to review sustainable pest management in tomatoes

  November 15, 2016

  This provided a platform for consultative discussion on the goal, objectives and activities of the project before implementation. The first year of this [...] of this, the collaborative project was initiated to provide farmers with a host of sustainable and reliable pest control solutions. Tomato is the second [...] successfully completed the baseline survey and the first season of on-farm trials to demonstrate effective IPM packages for pest management. The IPM packages that

• Natutec Airbug

  Application Select the required dosing pot Adjust the size of the holes to the required dosage based on the information provided in the table on the underside of [...] battery in the belt bag Connect the cable to the battery Attach the dosing pot to the revolving head of the blower Place the tube of the blower in the belt Turn [...] of the pot Fill the dosing pot with the material to be released and close the lid Connect the tube to the blower and secure with a wing nut Place the fully