• La Hacienda Fresh increases crop profitability thanks to biological control

  have seen the impact reflected in a safe environment for the worker and a better quality of fruit for export, since it is produced in safer conditions." [...] market and the production costs. For this reason, the increased harvest cycle, better fruit quality and a safe environment for workers contribute significantly [...] destinations for this important solanaceae. This context shows us the high value of this crop and the importance of producing quality fruits for export. If

• Top diseases in roses - Powdery Mildew

  February 17, 2023

  contact with water for no more than a few hours. Powdery mildew spores, either ascospores or conidia, don’t need nutrients or water for germination. In general [...] yellow and fall off. A serious mildew infestation can have dire consequences for production. It's essential to take action as soon as the first symptoms appear [...] appear, otherwise it will be difficult to get the situation under control. Life cycle and appearance of Powdery mildew The fungi that cause powdery mildew

• Breeding Beauty: How United Selections Protects Innovation with 100% IPM

  February 9, 2026

  and mass trapping with Horiver for the control of thrips, the farm achieved consistent pest control by breaking the pest life cycle, and pest resistance to [...] program to include the most sensitive breeding and selection houses. Why? Strong efficacy under high pressure Reduced need for corrective chemical sprays [...] Rose breeding is one of the most demanding disciplines in horticulture, where success depends on patience, precision, and an uncompromising attention to

• Designed with growers in mind

  March 6, 2023

  branding After introducing our new corporate branding in January 2022, it's time for the next phase. Over the coming months, we will be introducing our new product [...] beautiful photography and use of green as our main colour bring our products to life. Even more importantly, our new product branding is designed with growers [...] be helpful when sorting a delivery consisting of different products. And for customers who use multiple products at once, it will be easier to navigate

• A healthy plant starts with a healthy root system!

  October 11, 2018

  the forefront of a growing movement to promote healthy soil life. Soil is extremely vital for survival of all species. So much so that the 68th UN General [...] ons to make your plants less susceptible to diseases. For instance, TRIANUM -the trade name for Koppert’s unique, patented hybrid strain of the beneficial [...] internationally renowned for its reliability, innovation and quality. The quality control department checks every batch of Trianum for sufficient indicators

• Protect your plants from Thrips with Horiver-TR®

  October 11, 2018

  It is important to monitor the population levels of thrips for successful pest management. Most insects have the ability to detect and respond to UV light [...] many growers in Kenya. These are mainly used for monitoring and mass trapping of thrips. The recommended rate for mass trapping is 1 card per 10m 2 (1000 cards [...] Lurem-TR Few problems present as imminent danger for a flower grower as the presence of thrips in the crop. Thrips are still a major pest in a many greenhouse