• Damping-off

  nail. Life cycle and appearance of Damping-off Pythium belongs to the Oomycetes, a separate group of microorganisms and is therefore not a real fungus. It [...] saprophytic, so these do not harm plants. How to prevent Damping-off Use resistant cultivars or graft on tolerant cultivars Use clean planting material [...] to the main substrate at the start by using higher substrate blocks for the seedlings. In field crops: Avoid the use of fields with inadequate drainage or

• Fusarium wilt

  banana, whole plantations may die and the soil may not be suitable for planting for many years to come. Life cycle and appearance of Fusarium wilt Fusarium [...] , tools and machinery. Primary infection is either seed-borne or takes place as infection of the roots at the root tip or in small wounds, for example [...] by optimizing plant potential and crop resilience. Recommended for you How Trianum Helps Rose Growers Defeat Crown Gall and Maximize Crop Performance Trichoderma

• Koppert Invests in Latia Training Centre!

  September 25, 2018

  partners and shareholders, Latia’s new and strengthened structure creates a unique platform and ecosystem of solution providers. Trainees and growers alike [...] financially sustainable. LAS is an off-shoot of Latia Resource Centre (LRC), a social enterprise established in 2008 to provide training and business support [...] technologies and support to enable them achieve their objectives. Koppert brings to Latia over fifty years of knowledge and experience in sustainable agriculture

• Entomite-M

  in organic matter and have a loose structure. The minimum temperature for successful use of Entomite-M is 15°C/59°F. Combined use For thrips control Entomite-M [...] Application Turn and shake the cardboard cylinder gently before use Spread material evenly on soil or planting medium (not on the plastic) Can also be applied [...] recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions For optimal results the medium has to be

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  intended solely for informative purposes and may not be used to diagnose or treat a health-related problem, as it is not a substitute for medical care. If [...] off your gloves, shoes and clothes before taking off your mask. Clean your clothes and shoes at your workplace if possible and do not take them home, to avoid [...] spreading allergens and other particles. If you do wash your clothes at home, moisten your clothes at work and take them home in a closed plastic bag. Moistening

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

  April 1, 2019

  disease development, is the most reliable and sustainable approach. Advancement in knowledge of plant chemistry and plant interaction with the environment [...] essential oils. It is highly recommended for an integrated crop management strategy to reduce incidences of Downy mildew and Botrytis in roses. NoPath has a unique [...] well as for the additional crop growth benefits. Whereas there are many options of chemical fungicides to choose from, effective and sustainable disease

• Partners with Nature

  October 11, 2018

  cultivation begins and ends with a residue-free harvest. Research and development, worldwide production and distribution of solutions & knowhow and knowledge sharing [...] population and at the same time conserve and nurture our natural resources? Putting nature into action will allow us to do great things and in the process [...] sing role in boosting the sustainability of cultivation and the chain. We are convinced that by working with nature and for nature we have a solid chance

• Horiver – the most effective sticky trap for mass trapping

  October 11, 2018

  to Use Place Horiver sticky traps just above the plant tips, and no more than 30cm above the plants. As the crop grows, move the traps higher. For monitoring [...] Blue sticky traps are one of the most important tools commonly used for monitoring and controlling adult thrips. While most greenhouse growers know of [...] trap should maintain its original shape and trapping capacity in all weather conditions and serve its purpose for a long duration of time. Scientific studies

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  Brand and Koppert: a successful collaboration To reduce the burden of acaricides and other chemical pesticides, and consequently produce safer and better [...] to improve and care for the health of the crop, its workers and the final consumer, who now can enjoy a product that is completely safe for consumption [...] Biological pest control minimizes the use of harmful chemicals and promotes sustainable agricultural practices that can be implemented in open field crops

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

  October 6, 2023

  including heavy reliance on chemical solutions for disease and pest management, are also not sustainable and, with time, have contributed greatly to the [...] world of sustainable and climate-smart agricultural practices, setting a remarkable precedent for the entire nation. Cultivating Sustainability from a Young [...] natural resources, STEM education that challenges students to connect everyday problems with research, science, and innovation solutions, and finally,