• Whitefly

  comparable in outline. Whitefly damage The larvae need a lot of nutrients for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high [...] population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight, leaves can wilt [...] wilt and drop. Such leaf damage can in turn influence the development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. By sucking plant sap and secreting honeydew

• Celebrating our 10th Anniversary!

  October 11, 2018

  has changed a lot in the past 10 years. In 2006 when we first started, Integrated Pest Management (IPM) was a relatively unknown concept in some segments [...] through a flexible approach to IPM which growers had not experienced before. For instance, training for growers’ staff was done free of charge for growers who [...] preferred partner in developing and marketing pollination systems and integrated pest management for protected and high-value crops, by being a reliable provider

• Beneficial nematodes

  commonly used in biological pest control . These nematodes play a vital role in managing insect pests and are considered beneficial for agriculture, h [...] soil application, depending on the target pest. Here's a general guideline on how to apply nematodes (always check the label for detailed application advice): [...] nematode quantity based on the infestation severity and treatment area and as indicated on the product labels Store nematodes in a refrigerated environment

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

  January 8, 2026

  . NatuGro stands for Natural Growing and is a system approach that enables you to cultivate your crop in a more natural manner. As a result, the input [...] Founded in 2008, Equinox Horticulture Ltd. nestled in the heart of Nanyuki town - Kenya, has grown into a leading producer of premium cut roses for the European [...] the NatuGro program was introduced, the timing was perfect. The farm needed: • A way to rejuvenate aging crops • A solution to restore soil balance (biological

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  growth cycle. This involves a close inspection of plants for signs of stress, pests, diseases. This practice proves invaluable for early issue identification [...] detection. Identifying pests and diseases early allows for targeted control measures, reducing the need for excessive pesticide use. This not only reduces costs [...] thrive. Digital scouting apps In the digital age, scouting is aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time. These tools streamline the

• Pherodis

  remain effective for a maximum of 6 weeks Dosage In general two or four dispensers per hectare. Combined use Use in combination with a suitable trap. Storage [...] Storage time 2 years after the production date when stored in a freezer (-18°C), and 1 year when stored in a refrigerator (4-6°C). Storage temperature [...] dispenser in the trap and place the trap in the right position as indicated for the particular trap Wash your hands between assembling pheromone traps for different

• Botrytis

  plants or plant parts in a closed plastic bag In tomato: prune with a knife and not by hand, to avoid rugged, irregular wound surfaces In cucumber: remove dead [...] nutrients. On the infected area, new spores are formed within a few days. Under circumstances unfavourable for germination, the spores can survive a few days [...] provide the fungus with sufficient moisture, for example pruning wounds on the stems of cucumber and tomato. In general, grey mould (Botryotinia fuckeliana

• Cucumber

  particularly in India. The plant’s cultivation history goes back some 3000 years and it is now being produced on most continents. The cucumber plant is a creeping [...] Koppert’s Comprehensive Soil Health Program At a glance: Allies in the fight against Whitefly Know Your Enemy - A closer look at Whiteflies [...] creeping vine that grows up trellises or other supporting frames. The plant supports itself with thin, spiraling tendrils. The cucumber plant has large leaves

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  store a proportion of the growing plants. In the end, everything more or less turned out fine – the plants in 12 cm pots were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer [...] sprays a product of natural origin, such as Mycotal , twice a year, in the spring and in the autumn. Wim van der Meer explains, ‘Koppert is involved in a trial [...] additional pillar that supports this position. ‘This type of plant protection is a godsend for us.’ Amazone Plants was established in 2010. During the initial

• Trianum-P

  situation Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation Timing Start application [...] harzianum T-22 grows in a wide temperature range (10-34°C/50-93°F), at a pH between 4 and 8, in many types of growing media. Storage time after receipt See [...] Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal Recommended for you How