• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  One of the key factors for the successful implementation of the biological control program was the training of personnel in pest monitoring and the release [...] to comply with the legal framework for entry into the U.S. market, one of the most important and demanding at a global level. Looking for a reliable partner [...] and found Koppert... at the beginning of the establishment of the biological control tools, their consultants showed us the range of possibilities they had

• Breeding Beauty: How United Selections Protects Innovation with 100% IPM

  bassiana ) and mass trapping with Horiver for the control of thrips, the farm achieved consistent pest control by breaking the pest life cycle, and pest [...] not a constraint here but an enabler of innovation. United Selections is a good example proving that biological pest control is not a trend, it is a system [...] ownership ensures the program is sustained 30 days a month . Protecting Innovation, The Koppert Way Over time, United selections has expanded the area under Koppert’s

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop [...] alongside Koppert in the development and application of biological crop protection.| The future Koen's vision of the future of agriculture is hopeful. He believes [...] considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic

• Crop Protection

  harm to the environment, non-target organisms, and human health. Biocontrol agents encompass a wide range of approaches, including the use of beneficial [...] biodiversity contribute to a more resilient plant, maximizing your yield. Prepared for the future By adopting biocontrol in advance of chemical bans, growers [...] practices. Growers will be ready to meet future challenges with confidence and a well-established understanding of biocontrol's benefits. Lower risk to human

• Potato/tomato psyllid

  very harmful to the affected crops. Lifecycle and appearance of the potato/tomato psyllid The eggs are egg-shaped with a bright orange-yellow colour. They [...] latter causing the greatest concern and proving difficult to control. In light of this, the export of fruit from susceptible crops to some parts of Europe, and [...] tobacco. The potato psyllid was considered a minor pest until it was found to be responsible for serious crop damage, both directly and indirectly, the latter

• Integrated Pest Management

  insects and biological control One of the key aspects of IPM is harnessing the power of natural enemies to control pest populations. Predatory mites , parasitic [...] not just about eliminating pests; it's about achieving a balance in the ecosystem. The principles of IPM Prevention IPM focuses on prevention rather than [...] traps and pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. The use of insect traps can also be an effective way to control

• General Conditions Koppert

  any circumstance beyond the control of the parties F as a result of which the compliance with and/or timely performance of the agreement can no longer [...] the Natural Enemies, Pollinators and/or Products at the place of destination designated by the Buyer or upon the Buyer’s collection of the Natural Enemies [...] 8.3 I n the event of a complaint the Buyer is, in part, obligated to give Koppert the opportunity to inspect the crop in which the Natural Enemies,

• Knowing & recognizing

  photographs, and dozens of illustrations of the most prevalent pests, diseases and their natural enemies. This book provides the reader with the necessary information [...] characteristics. Shop now Koppert - A knowledge company The use of biological control is not a simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects [...] giving you the ability to recognize the pest or disease you are up against by means of detailed illustrations and close-up photographs. The knowledge gained

• Koppert One

  fertility (egg laying), problems with regard to moulting, or a repellent effect. The data within this database serves as a valuable reference for integrating [...] Understand the impact of pesticides on beneficial organisms and pollinators Pesticides can have both direct and indirect effects on natural enemies and [...] and pollinators. Our Side Effects app precisely evaluates the harmfulness of various pesticides, considering both direct impacts like mortality or hindered

• Anagyrus vladimiri

  Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Anagyrus vladimiri The female Anagyrus vladimiri lays its eggs inside the body of the mealybug. Upon hatching, the larvae [...] seconds. The larva of the parasitic wasp completely consumes the contents of the mealybug, going through five instars before pupating within the mummified [...] for mealybug control, a common pest affecting various crops. The natural enemy Anagyrus vladimiri is used for the control of the following pests: Citrus