• Cucumber

  cultivation history goes back some 3000 years and it is now being produced on most continents. The cucumber plant is a creeping vine that grows up trellises or [...] About The cucumber ( Cucumis sativus ) is a popular, extensively cultivated plant that belongs to the gourd family of Cucurbitaceae . The cucumber originates [...] itself with thin, spiraling tendrils. The cucumber plant has large leaves and it produces an elongated, cylindrical fruit that may become as long as 60 cm

• Tomato leafminer

  to the family of Gelechiidae . It is oligophagous, feeding mainly on Solanaceae species . The main host is tomato but it also feeds on other solanaceous [...] hide between leaves during the day. Recommended for you How Koppert Kenya is Empowering Small-holder Farmers Through Biological Innovation Macrolophus

• Spider mites and other mites

  of plant mite has its own unique characteristics and feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which is why they are often [...] so keeping them healthy and strong is essential. Regular monitoring of your plants for early signs of plant mites is also critical. This can be done by [...] Koppert Kenya is Empowering Small-holder Farmers Through Biological Innovation The Silent Threat to Kenya’s Avocado Industry: How Koppert is Leading the

• Whitefly

  the excess is excreted as honeydew, with larger larvae expelling large quantities. This can have the following consequences: If the population is very large [...] the aesthetic value of crops. This is particularly important in ornamentals . The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit [...] fruit, and the growth of sooty moulds ( Cladosporium spp.) is encouraged. Such fruit is unsaleable. In serious cases the fruit will rot. Sooty moulds also develop

• Koppert Kenya partners with Karura Forest for biological control in the urban forest

  October 11, 2018

  challenges, planting trees is the best solution. Therefore, we have to do everything possible to ensure healthy trees. That is why we are partnering with [...] produce good, healthy seedlings.” explained Mr. John Orwa, the Forester at Karura Forest. One of the mandates of the foresters at Karura Forest is to encourage [...] biodiversity is hosted in forests. With increasing awareness of the need to preserve the numerous and fundamental functions of trees, it has never been

• Botrytis

  mould ( Botryotinia fuckeliana / Botrytis cinerea ) is a commonly found fungus in many environments. It survives in plant parts like bulbs and crop residues [...] Grey mould ( Botryotinia fuckeliana / Botrytis cinerea ) is a necrotrophic fungus, meaning that it excretes compounds that kill the plant cells and then uses [...] storage. In lettuce, grey mould ( Botryotinia fuckeliana / Botrytis cinerea ) is part of the foot rot complex, which causes rotting of the foot and may cause

• Early blight

  General The only known stage in all Alternaria species is the asexual stage. Conidia and mycelium overwinter in the soil and on crop residues and cause [...] temperature occur between species, but in general the risk of Alternaria infection is larger under quite warm and humid conditions. Infection may take place within [...] rapidly as two to three days later and sporulation within five days. Infection is both direct and through wounds and stomata. Spores are dispersed by wind and

• Nopath

  of maximum sunshine Do not apply if rain is expected within 4 hours after application Compatibility Nopath is compatible with foliar fertilizers except [...] treatment. Precautions The concentrated product causes serious eye damage and is toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. Storage time after receipt [...] Storage temperature 5-20°C/41-68°F. Storage conditions Store the product in it's original closed packaging in a dry and dark place. Disposal Dispose of contents

• Looking for industry training? Koppert Kenya receives NITA certification

  October 11, 2018

  should take before enrolling for any training sessions is to verify whether or not the training company is accredited with a recognized accrediting agency. [...] established under the Industrial Training (Amendment) Act of 2011. It’s mandate is to promote the highest standards in the quality and efficiency of industrial [...] achieving accreditation, Koppert Kenya has demonstrated that it meets high standards for quality and is committed to pursuing excellence. We believe we are a

• Mirical

  they extract the contents of their prey, leaving the empty skin behind in its original form. Pack size 500 adults and nymphs. Presentation 100 ml bottle [...] clean, dry rock wool slabs, in Diboxes or on leaves. Make sure the material is not disturbed for at least a few hours Introduce in clusters of at least 50