Equinox Farm Takes Soil Health Management To the Next Level With NatuGro Program

Equinox Horticulture to Extend Crop Life, Improve Yields, and Transform Soil Health Founded in 2008, Equinox Horticulture Ltd. nestled in the heart of Nanyuki [...] the trials showed positive changes in stem length profile in all length categories, which is a positive improvement in yield quality. Qualitatively, the [...] enables you to cultivate your crop in a more natural manner. As a result, the input of chemical pesticides and fertilizers can be kept to a minimum. Part

The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable [...] Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's agricultural journey hasn't been

Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

residue. Trianum has proven to be a good solution that eliminates the need to use pesticides to control diseases at the soil level in industrial crops. For this [...] excellent results in pepper crops for processing in Portugal, a country where this biological fungicide has been registered since 2018 in its two formulations [...] harvesting, we were forced to change our way of producing and we decided to introduce new means that help protect the roots. It was in this way that we first

Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

biological control of pests and diseases in crops such as raspberries, led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The [...] close relationship that has allowed them to go one step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number of [...] nematodes and entomopathogenic fungi, among others, in order to ensure sustainable production that allows them to continue accessing export markets where entry

Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection [...] will be no difference at all, especially due to the rapid increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in usage chemical pesticides The increasing interest [...] need for traditional chemical methods. "In collaboration with Koppert, I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually

At a glance: Allies in the fight against Whitefly

Mode of Action How to use Montdo-Mite from Koppert Biological control of whitefly - Encarsia Formosa Mycotal: how does it work? How to use Horiver from Koppert

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

traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection [...] will be no difference at all, especially due to the rapid increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in use of chemical pesticides The increasing [...] need for traditional chemical methods. "In collaboration with Koppert, I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually

Jimena Lima shares how to succeed in pest control strategy – Original stories about predatory mites

Beneficial microorganisms

damage. This can lead to the insect's death. Spore production: As the insect succumbs to the fungal infection, the fungus continues to grow. Eventually, it [...] positive effects to their environment, including various biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control [...] like biopesticides, where they are introduced to target pests, providing an eco-friendly alternative to chemical pesticides. Well-known examples of beneficial

Predatory mites

deutonymphs are similar to the adults in appearance, but smaller in size. Predatory mites are typically measuring only a millimeter in length. Their bodies [...] Predatory mites are beneficial arthropods used in pest control to manage and reduce populations of harmful pests in various agricultural and horticultural settings [...] sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the rearing