• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  sorts of conditions have a bigger impact on the beneficials than on the thrips, which means I need to be alert. The same goes for caterpillars , since there’s [...] grams of Trianium-G on each mat before putting out the new plants in ‘duo’ pots (two plants in one rockwool cube). He decided to do this in response to his [...] Wubben, Kees Hendriks runs a farm covering over six hectares along Hoefslag road in the Dutch village of Pijnacker. Built in 2011, the farm has two sections

• Excellent Results with Trianum in Onions

  October 11, 2018

  founded in 2015 and mainly grows bulb onions. It is strategically located in Kitengela (in the outskirts of Nairobi) which is a prime market for fresh [...] sowing the seeds in the nursery. This soon resulted in a stronger and more uniform crop in the nursery. Peter was keen to start early in order to give the [...] the potential to be a highly profitable venture. Unfortunately, many farmers are yet to realize this. According to a local expert, a farmer who practices

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial building block for the future of organic [...] recognizes the need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving [...] witnessed a boost in confidence in the ecosystem of his hop farm. These natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  to prepare for this new phase of sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example, Koen is an inspiration for others striving for more sustainable [...] due to a reduced chemical toolkit, Koen foresees that organic alternatives will thrive, reducing the need for traditional chemical methods. "In collaboration [...] decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires

• Cultivating Innovation and Sustainability: Koppert's Impact in the AIRTEA Project

  February 27, 2024

  resilience, and sustainable agricultural practices. As a key partner in the project, Koppert assumed a vital role, delivering climate-smart agricultural solutions [...] farming. Kenya’s agricultural landscape, primarily supported by smallholder farmers, has for long faced a formidable challenge – limited access to markets [...] lack the information from the field that they need to make informed decisions. Hence, there is a need to facilitate and broker multi-stakeholder partnerships

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  mildew on roses, chives and basil. The product is also effective in the control of rust on beans and carnation, as well as early blight on tomatoes. In crops [...] our word for it. Read what some growers shared on their experiences with the product: “I have used NoPath for a while and gained confidence in the product [...] practice. Downy mildew manifests itself on the leaves in yellow, green or white patches on the upper surfaces. On the undersides, these areas are covered

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  excellent results in pepper crops for processing in Portugal, a country where this biological fungicide has been registered since 2018 in its two formulations [...] carried out with the company Sociedade Agrícola Militão, in the town of Ribatejo, in a pepper crop for the processing industry. Pedro Militão is one of the [...] practices that respect the environment. ‘Without a doubt it is a product with a lot of potential for pepper cultivation,’ says Pedro Militão. The good

• Tackling the Puzzle of Downy Mildew & Botrytis Management in Roses

  April 1, 2019

  crops with minimal reliance on chemical pesticides. We believe that management of Downy mildew and Botrytis need not be a puzzle every rainy season. An [...] incidences of Downy mildew and Botrytis in roses. NoPath has a unique mode of action that benefits the crop in numerous ways, which contribute to the holistic [...] Currently, rose growers in Kenya use NoPath confidently on virtually all varieties as part of their disease management strategy, as well as for the additional crop

• Nurturing Young Minds: Koppert's Partnership with 4K Clubs in Kenya

  October 6, 2023

  sowing the seeds for a future where farming is not just a livelihood but a practice that respects the environment and ensures food security in the face of climate [...] practices, setting a remarkable precedent for the entire nation. Cultivating Sustainability from a Young Age The 4K Clubs Project, short for "Kuungana, Kufanya [...] It's a fitting name for a project that aims to introduce young minds to the world of sustainable and climate-smart agricultural practices under a diverse

• Predatory mites

  management: Predatory mites can build up a population in the crop and control pests for a long period of time. Reduced pesticide dependence: The integration [...] that preys on the identified pest. Consult with a Koppert advisor or supplier if you're unsure. Release timing: Timing is essential and depends on factors [...] ) are specialized in feeding on spider mites. They both prey on spider mites at every stage of their life cycle. Predatory mites for thrips Several predatory