• Bugs

  What are bugs? Heteropteran bugs form a group in the order Hemiptera , a highly diverse group of insects, containing both harmful and beneficial species [...] other exposing the scutellum, a prominent triangular region of the thorax between the wing bases. This distinguishes them from beetles , which have hard, [...] dorsal midline. Some bugs produce a pungent odour. Heteropteran bugs are hemimetabolous insects. Their life cycle consists of an egg, usually five nymphal instars

• Cookie Statement

  website. A cookie is a small text file that is stored on your computer by your browser when you visit the website. The main function of cookies is to distinguish [...] our Cookie Statement from time to time, as the rules on cookies may change or new features may be added to our website. Updates to our Cookie Statement [...] collect statistics about how our website is used. This allows us to further optimize our website for the benefit of our users. Your consent We only use optional

• Panoramix-GR

  opened. Keep out of children’s reach. Panoramix-GR is stable for 24 months from manufacturing date. Note: Percentage of actives are subject to vary or change [...] When to use Panoramix-GR? Panoramix-GR is a natural product for soil application. It contains Phosphobacteria, soil probiotics and prebiotics which act [...] microbes in the soil and near root zone. Application of Panoramix-GR Broadcast homogeneously to the plant’s root zone. Granules can also be applied by

• Koppert Kenya present at International Flower Trade Exhibition (IFTEX) 2016 in Nairobi

  October 11, 2018

  anniversary edition of the International Flower Trade Expo (IFTEX) will be held in Nairobi-Kenya from Wednesday the 8th to Friday the 10th of June 2016. According [...] indeed look forward to hosting growers at our stand B5.08 . This year we are extending our specialist know-how and consultancy services to growers who will [...] for the showcase of a new unique solution for fungal disease management in Roses! Conversations and interactions about the show, what to expect and other

• Macrocheles robustulus

  successful use of Macrocheles robustulus is 15°C (59°F). How to use Macrocheles robustulus The predatory mite Macrocheles robustulus is available in a cylinder [...] Introduction rates typically range from 100-500 per m2/release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the [...] Best conditions for use of Macrocheles robustulus For optimal results the soil has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a loose structure. The minimum

• Spidex

  except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 2,000; 10,000 [...] typically range from 2-50 per m2/release. Releases should be repeated once or twice at weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor [...] Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes

• Cultivating Innovation and Sustainability: Koppert's Impact in the AIRTEA Project

  February 27, 2024

  for long faced a formidable challenge – limited access to markets, information, and the specter of low profits, deterring the youth from embracing agriculture [...] IPs to ensure that research delivers an impact seem promising. However, a vast majority of the agrarian African population remains disconnected from the [...] Policy-makers lack the information from the field that they need to make informed decisions. Hence, there is a need to facilitate and broker multi-stakeholder

• Greenhouse whitefly

  The larvae of whitefly need a lot of protein for growth, and thus consume a large quantity of plant sap. This contains a high proportion of sugar, and [...] development of fruit and lead to a reduction in yield. The honeydew deposited on fruit makes it sticky. Dirt adheres to the fruit, and the growth of sooty moulds [...] large quantities. The damage that whiteflies cause to a crop is the result of sucking out the sap from the plant leaves and secreting honeydew. This can

• Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

  , and adult. Stratiolaelaps scimitus is a large mite with a body length of up to 1 mm. The body is pale with a clearly visible brown dorsal shield, brown [...] soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction of the infestation level occurs at a slow but steady rate. Feeding behaviour of Stratiolaelaps scimitus [...] Introduction rates typically range from 100-500 per m2/release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the

• Plant Disease Management

  biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing beneficial organisms [...] disposing of diseased plant material is essential to prevent the spread of pathogens. This practice is particularly important in containing the spread of diseases [...] the use of living organisms to suppress or control plant pathogens, which are microorganisms that cause diseases in plants. The primary goal of biological