• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  making the exciting yet challenging shift to organic farming and biological crop protection . This transition required Lukas to question traditional approaches [...] providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional crop protection methods. In conclusion, Lukas Locher's journey represents the [...] potential of organic farming and the integration of beneficial insects in crop protection. As he navigates challenges and celebrates successes, his story

• Healthy Soils, Healthy Crops with Koppert’s Comprehensive Soil Health Program

  September 16, 2024

  causing severe crop losses. Our Koppert solution, Trianum P, performs well to control these diseases both in greenhouses and outdoor crops. Trianum is based [...] program that champions sustainable solutions that foster healthy, resilient crops by nurturing the soil from the ground up. Supporting Plants the Natural Way [...] Program is designed to help growers cultivate resilient, disease-resistant crops without heavy reliance on chemicals. The goal is simple: to create a thriving

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

  June 23, 2025

  Increased crop yields and quality Effective pest and disease management is not solely about reducing costs but also about maintaining or improving crop yields [...] by keeping pests and diseases in check, thus minimizing crop damage and loss. Healthier crops often result in higher yields and better-quality produce [...] In the quest for effective pest and disease management, biological crop protection has emerged as an effective economically advantageous strategy. This

• How Trianum Helps Rose Growers Defeat Crown Gall and Maximize Crop Performance

  May 7, 2025

  vigorously growing crop that can support more yields and better quality. It is for this reason that growers who use TRIANUM in their rose crops experience dramatic [...] treated rose crop compared to the standard comparison area. Effect on Crown Gall Notably, rose growers who consistently use TRIANUM in their rose crop observe [...] of TRIANUM in optimizing the uptake of mineral fertilizers, especially in crops grown in soil media where nutrient fixation is common. Effect on Productivity

• Biological crop protection: pest and disease control with minimal to no resistance risks

  June 17, 2025

  resistant to the chemical. The most resistance occurs in crops cultivated in a monoculture where crops are grown in large numbers with a high population of [...] repeatedly uses a product with the same mode of action. A mode of action is how a crop protection solution controls a pest or disease. For example, if a pesticide [...] nutrients can be taken up better. This leads to a stronger and more uniform crop and better yields. This effect is stronger when the plant is under stress

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

  October 17, 2024

  future starts with tangible steps today. That’s why we partnered with FreshCrop for an inspiring tree planting initiative at Purko Sheep Ranch, marking a [...] enthusiastic participation of local students from Tipis Secondary School, FreshCrop representatives, and community members including Purko sheep ranch CEO, Mr [...] that’s greener, healthier, and more resilient. A heartfelt thank you to FreshCrop, the students, and all partners who made this event a success. Want to Learn

• Tutasan

  trapping male tomato leaf miner moths in combination with Pherodis Tuta absoluta . Pests Tomato leaf miner moth ( Tuta absoluta ). Crops Tomato. Mode of action [...] distributed along the walkway and plant rows. Timing During the entire cropping period. Combined use Use in combination with Pherodis Tuta absoluta . Storage

• Macrolophus pygmaeus

  than 100-150 per plant), and a weak crop. More delicate types of tomato are more susceptible to damage. In tomato there may be fruit deformations during [...] Consumption of plant sap, however, can cause damage to crops such as certain varieties of tomato, and gerbera. Conditions that promote the onset of such [...] gerbera is therefore not recommended, and care should be taken in cherry tomato crops. Life cycle of Macrolophus pygmaeus The life cycle of Macrolophus pygmaeus

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  wind at its back but the business started to take off in 2015. In 2019, the tomato nursery also owned by Van Zijl was converted, before being added to the [...] period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is maintained at the right level. The method works [...] all, chemicals put so much strain on the safety of the employees, on the crops, and on the local environment. It has never been a favourite activity of

• Biological Solutions Meet Peri-urban Horticulture

  February 4, 2019

  Mirical” ) to manage whitefly and Tuta absoluta ( tomato leaf mine r) in tomato. For the capsicum crop, the predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii (tradename [...] typically involves intensive growing of crops on small farms and often entails the use of greenhouses or small tunnels. Crop protection activities are an important [...] County, and Grace Rock Farm in Rironi -Kiambu County. The crops grown by the said farmers were tomato and capsicum (sweet pepper) respectively. The program