Tackling the Puzzle of Downy Mildew & Botrytis Management in Roses

to replenish the much-required water sources like rivers, lakes and other reservoirs. Despite the good fortunes that come with the rains, the season is also [...] contributes to the general growth of the crop by increasing tolerance to abiotic stress. NoPath offers unique flexibility in the choice of the application [...] method. The product can be drenched through the irrigation system (to be taken up by the plant) or it can be sprayed using the standard spray equipment

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

a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic farming was [...] organic 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 [...] difference at all, especially due to the rapid increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in use of chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially

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

Biocontrol, on the other hand, often requires less frequent intervention once established. An example of this is the use of a combination of the Orius predatory [...] optimization frameworks all lend to evaluating the efficient use of resources. A significant portion of the current research on biocontrol assessment relies [...] with the banker plant Lobularia. Trials have shown that a preventative approach requires only two to three applications in addition to planting the banker

Meet Capirel! An effective addition to your arsenal in the fight against thrips!

contains the beneficial nematode Steinernema feltiae , widely used for the control of various insect pests such as thrips . For growers, one of the main [...] challenges. Special characteristics The beneficial nematodes in our product Capirel have some special characteristics. The nematodes are weather tolerant, [...] with the added advantage that they can also be used from as low as 5°C, meaning that cold night temperatures will not harm them. In addition, the Steinernema

Koppert Kenya partners with Karura Forest for biological control in the urban forest

effective in inhibiting the growth of fungal diseases. The fungus can protect the trees by establishing itself on the root zone of the trees, forming a physical [...] hectares. To protect the numerous species of tree seedlings in the nurseries, the foresters mainly use cultural control methods to keep the plants healthy. [...] healthy seedlings.” explained Mr. John Orwa, the Forester at Karura Forest. One of the mandates of the foresters at Karura Forest is to encourage people

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

Harrison, the NatuGro system aligned perfectly with the farm’s philosophy: “NatuGro rejuvenates the soil so that the soil can rejuvenate the crop. It’s [...] that the solution lay beneath their feet, in the soil itself. “Soil health became a strategic objective, not only for the agronomy team, but for the entire [...] IPM and biological crop protection and when the NatuGro program was introduced, the timing was perfect. The farm needed: • A way to rejuvenate aging crops

Koppert participates in the 2023 GLOBAL G.A.P. Tour stop event in Kenya

affecting the trade in fresh produce in both local and global markets such as changing pesticides regimes, implications of the lifting of the GMO ban on [...] standards for the benefit of producers and exporters and financing solutions. Koppert Experts from both the Horti and Agri sectors participated in the exhibition [...] showcasing the latest Koppert technologies and biological solutions that are today being used by growers to achieve the highest food safety demands in the market

Growing for the Future—Koppert joins FreshCrop to plant trees for a Greener Tomorrow

and protecting the soil. This innovative biofertilizer will help the trees survive the critical early stages of growth, offering them the resilience they [...] on both the local community and the environment for years to come. As part of the day’s activities, Koppert had stimulating discussions with the students [...] benefit both people and the planet. Trees Matter— For Now and the Future On 10 th October 2024, we planted 3,000 tree seedlings with the enthusiastic participation

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