Empowering Mango Farmers in Embu: A Day of Sustainable Solutions

to address some of the most pressing issues in mango cultivation. The Issues tackled included: Export Market Insights : Majority of the mango farmers [...] can ensure the long-term success and resilience of their mango orchards. This training event was one of many, and a stepping stone towards achieving that [...] However, like any agricultural endeavor, mango farming faces its own set of challenges, including pests, diseases, and the changing market dynamics and

Tackling the Puzzle of Downy Mildew & Botrytis Management in Roses

strengthening of the crop’s ability to fight diseases and timely prophylactic applications of products. This technique coupled with the use of effective products [...] who have used NoPath even in incidences of disease outbreak, have observed quick recovery of affected areas of the crop. In addition to its outstanding [...] products that target many aspects of disease development, is the most reliable and sustainable approach. Advancement in knowledge of plant chemistry and plant

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared [...] grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop protection products, he also sees opportunities [...] together. Koen shares his personal experiences and insights about the future of agriculture, where traditional and organic practices complement each other

The cost-saving potential of biological crop protection for your IPM strategy

less frequent intervention once established. An example of this is the use of a combination of the Orius predatory bug in combination with the banker plant [...] optimization frameworks all lend to evaluating the efficient use of resources. A significant portion of the current research on biocontrol assessment relies on [...] management methods. Cost-saving advantages of biocontrol Cost savings through reduced chemical usage One of biocontrol's most immediate cost-saving benefits

Common bean

bean, flageolet bean, French bean, garden bean, green bean, haricot bean, pop bean, or snap bean) is a herbaceous annual plant. Botanically speaking, it

Eretmocerus eremicus

biological control agent of whiteflies in agricultural and horticultural settings. Eretmocerus eremicus is used for the control of the following pests: Tobacco [...] may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix/Ercal. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the [...] ns. Adults of this species do not feed on whiteflies but instead rely on nectar and honeydew for nourishment. Life cycle and appearance of Eretmocerus

Diglyphus isaea

). Release parasitic wasps between the leaves of the crop in the morning or in the evening The dosage of the parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea depends on [...] a result of which the leaf miner larva dies. A few days after being parasitized, the leaf miner larva turns flaccid and brown. Older larvae of D. isaea [...] integrated pest management programs. Diglyphus isaea is used for the control of the following pests: Leaf miners The parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea is available

Anagyrus vladimiri

effective control of the mealybugs . Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Anagyrus vladimiri The female Anagyrus vladimiri lays its eggs inside the body of the mealybug [...] lateral margins of the host. Oviposition generally lasts about 15-40 seconds. The larva of the parasitic wasp completely consumes the contents of the mealybug [...] repeated at least 3 times at an interval of 1-2 weeks. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best

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About Koppert

Biocontrol is our Nature The answers to many of today’s agricultural and environmental challenges are already out there: in nature itself. At Koppert,