• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  vegetable crops for the processing industry, which are very important in Portugal. Around 80% of the total production of vegetables for the processing industry [...] a doubt it is a product with a lot of potential for pepper cultivation,’ says Pedro Militão. The good results obtained with Trianum make Koppert's biological [...] processes such as freezing or cooking. The main vegetable crops for processing in Portugal are: Tomato (14,500 hectares), Peas (3,500 ha), (Broccoli 4,000

• Panoramix -Revolutionizing Growing of Cereals

  December 6, 2018

  developing right from planting through to harvesting. The good news is that virtually all these farmers are reporting very positive results. We sampled a few of [...] Growing of Cereals November marks the end of the 2018 cereals’ growing season for maize and wheat crops. There was something different about this season though [...] crops being major staple foods in the country, many farmers grow them either for subsistence or as a commercial activity. Whichever the case, these farmers

• Aphids

  solutions for aphids, professional growers can achieve consistent pest management, maintain crop quality, yield and sustainability. Solutions for aphid control [...] by the following characteristics: Size and shape: Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that are usually less than 6 mm in length. They have a pear-shaped [...] Biological control of aphids Aphids are among the most harmful pests in greenhouse and field crops, causing plant stress, virus transmission and yield

• Excellent Results with Trianum in Onions

  October 11, 2018

  venture. Unfortunately, many farmers are yet to realize this. According to a local expert, a farmer who practices good land management can produce 14-17 tonnes [...] this is by having a healthy plant with good resistance against diseases. This is especially so when plants are young as they tend to be susceptible to [...] Inside the Koppert Soil Health Program Growing for the Future—Koppert joins FreshCrop to plant trees for a Greener Tomorrow Healthy Soils, Healthy Crops

• Downy mildew of rose

  structures are protruding from the stomata. Because there are more stomata on the underside of the leaf, this is where most fluffy symptoms are found. The [...] The pathogens are dispersed by air, water and tools. Some species, for example Hyaloperonospora parasitica and Peronospora farinose are assumed to be s [...] From these oospores or surviving mycelium sporangia are formed, structures in which zoospores are produced. However, in downy mildews, sporangia often

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  switch to Spidex Vital . His initial experiences in using the new product are positive. ‘I’ve known Phytoseiulus my whole life,’ the cucumber grower begins [...] of crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product.’ Pest control starts sooner So far, Spidex Vital [...] the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex Vital is a major advantage for Sjaak van Dijk. ‘As already mentioned, spider mites can cause real problems

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

  April 1, 2019

  their disease management strategy, as well as for the additional crop growth benefits. Whereas there are many options of chemical fungicides to choose [...] the typical farmer, the onset of rains signifies a new crop season, while for the rose grower, seasonality is primarily market-driven. Rainfall is also [...] much-required water sources like rivers, lakes and other reservoirs. Despite the good fortunes that come with the rains, the season is also characterised by disease

• Damping-off

  subsequently zoospores are produced. Zoospores are spores with flagellae, which enable the spores to move through water. The zoospores are chemically drawn to [...] that it can usually only affect plants that are in a sub-optimal condition or suffer from stress, caused for example by too much water, too high or low [...] where the side roots are formed or through other similarly damaged spots. On the infected plant, new sporangia with zoospores are formed, that allow the

• HyFood takes habanero to another level with biological control

  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 To be [...] (Catopar). For Adriana Ramirez, pest monitoring supervisor, the willingness of Koppert consultants in this process was vital. "It has been a very good experience [...] management system supported by Koppert's natural solutions has been fundamental. For more than 4 years, Koppert and HyFood have successfully collaborated in the

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  used NoPath for a while and gained confidence in the product for two main reasons. First, with consistent and timely application of NoPath, we are assured [...] is used for the management of fungal and bacterial diseases in various crops. It has preventive, curative and eradicative effects and is safe for humans [...] In crops that are propagated with bulbs such as arabicum, NoPath is used to effectively manage soft rot. But don’t just take our word for it. Read what