• Designed with growers in mind

  March 6, 2023

  packaging, supporting sustainable waste flows. Inspired by Nature Our mission is to work with nature and contribute to the health of people and planet. The [...] plant protection above and underground. The natural shapes and colours express our connection with nature. Our new branding shows our dedication and commitment [...] followed by additional product ranges each month. The new product branding is more than a refresh. We've developed a recognisable look-and-feel across the

• Steinernema carpocapsae

  entering through natural openings. Once inside the host, they release symbiotic bacteria that kill the host within a few days. This species is particularly [...] Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes Steinernema carpocapsae is a species of beneficial nematode commonly used in biological pest control . These microscopic [...] or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture

• Leaf miners

  miner control is essential to protect plant vitality and maintain marketable yields. Biological control of leaf miners combines effective natural enemies and [...] in horticultural crops are mostly polyphagous; that is, they feed on many crops. However, this is not universal among the Agromyzidae. Of the approximately [...] the order Diptera (the true flies ) and form the family Agromyzidae. This is a family of small flies whose larvae tunnel into the leaves of plants, creating

• Plant Health

  Rediscovering natural approaches to plant health Embracing biological pest control Over the years, biological pest control has proven effective in managing [...] plant-soil interaction Understanding how plants interact with their environment is crucial. Photosynthesis, the source-sink dynamics between leaves and fruits/roots [...] balanced metabolite profile, comprising primary and secondary metabolites, is essential for resilience against environmental stresses. Fostering plant

• Biological seed treatment

  General information The demand for biological seed treatment solutions is increasing. These ensure that farmers protect their potential yield and quality [...] drought-, salinity stress, and improve the uptake of plant nutrients. What is biological seed treatment? Biological seed treatment consists of active i [...] uptake; The enhanced root and shoot growth means that the early growth rate is optimized and that both the nutritional value of the crop as well as production

• Leafhoppers

  disease spread within greenhouse and field crops. Effective leafhopper control is therefore essential to maintain healthy and productive cultivation. By combining [...] with targeted biological control, crops remain protected while preserving natural balance, ensuring consistent quality and optimal yield. Solutions for leafhopper

• Herbs

  About Herbs are actually all plants which are used as food ingredient, natural medicine or fragrances. They often have savory or aromatic characteristics [...] used for flavouring dishes or food products. In the culinary world, there is a strict difference between herbs and spices. Herbs are the leafy green or [...] dried seeds, berries, roots, bark and fruits. Botanically speaking, ‘herb’ is synonymously to ‘herbaceous plant.’

• Parasitic wasps

  parasitic wasps? Parasitic wasps are small insects that play a crucial role in natural pest control. They are called "parasitic" because they lay their eggs inside [...] horticulture and agriculture. Unlike chemical pesticides, parasitic wasps are natural and do not harm beneficial insects, animals, or the environment. Benefits [...] product quality. Environmental sustainability : Parasitic wasps provide a natural and environmentally responsible solution to pest management. This approach

• Beneficial nematodes for biological pest control

  January 16, 2025

  available anymore. Sophisticated and safe As partners with nature, Koppert uses the natural behaviour of nematodes to support and protect crops. Nematodes [...] Steinernema feltiae ) is used to combat thrips larvae and pupae and larvae of sciarid flies CAPSANEM ( Steinernema carpocapsae ) is used to control the [...] agriculture is enormous. And because of Koppert’s dedication to research, the opportunities for replacing conventional pesticides with natural, living a

• Bacterial soft rot, bacterial stem rot

  subsp. carotovora has recently been renamed Pectobacterium carotovora . It is one of the pectolytic bacteria causing extensive bacterial rots (bacterial [...] Pectobacterium carovora causes bacterial stem rot as well as soft rot. Stem rot is first noticed when plants wilt at the time of first harvest or after that [...] water-soaked and light to dark brown. They are adjacent to wounds and natural openings at the stem end. Later the fruit becomes soft and lesion contents