• Black sigatoka disease

  brown and ultimately dies. In cases of severe infection leaves may die within a few weeks. Because of the lack of leaf tissues, fruit maturity is hampered [...] lla fijiensis also known as black sigatoka, is an ascomycete fungus that causes leaf-spot of banana. Damage symptoms Black sigatoka (Mycosphaerella fijiensis [...] spots or streaks on leaves of about one month old. The symptoms run parallel to the veins. Within a few days, the spots become a few centimetres in size and

• Empowering Mango Farmers in Embu: A Day of Sustainable Solutions

  October 5, 2023

  and the Embu County Government hosted a unique capacity-building event - A Mango Farmers Training held on the 4th of October 2023. This event was geared [...] ensure the long-term success and resilience of their mango orchards. This training event was one of many, and a stepping stone towards achieving that goal [...] to address some of the most pressing issues in mango cultivation. The Issues tackled included: Export Market Insights : Majority of the mango farmers

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires [...] path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop protection products [...] acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods

• A healthy plant starts with a healthy root system!

  October 11, 2018

  soil life The survival of beneficial soil organisms and those of crops is intrinsically tied together. Koppert is at the forefront of a growing movement to [...] However, the most disappointing fact is that 33% of our soils which contain more than a quarter of our planet’s biodiversity is degraded. Leading experts [...] sustainable soil management NOW. The basis of healthy and vigorous crop starts in the growing media. There is a community of organisms that inhabit the soil or

• Downy mildew of rose

  General Peronospora sparsa is a plant pathogen that causes plant diseases, such as downy mildew of rose and diseases on blackberries, raspberries and other [...] On the underside of the leaf fluffy growth appears which is first white and later turns grey-brown. This is, in fact, the sporulation of the pathogens extruding [...] leaves and after a while new spore-bearing structures are protruding from the stomata. Because there are more stomata on the underside of the leaf, this

• Panoramix -Revolutionizing Growing of Cereals

  December 6, 2018

  We sampled a few of them, and this is what they had to say: ‘’Panoramix was a new product for me so I decided to give it a try in a portion of my farm. Through [...] different about this season though. This is a period where many farmers across Kenya adopted the use of a new and innovative seed dressing product -Panoramix [...] grow them either for subsistence or as a commercial activity. Whichever the case, these farmers encounter a myriad of challenges ranging from pests and diseases

• Thrips: A tiny pest with big consequences

  February 9, 2023

  mediated by the expression of Mcl1 proteins, the secretion of destruxins A and E, the production of trehalase, and the expression of faith genes involved in [...] attempt to control thrips with the use of a lot of chemical insecticides, while others employ IPM which includes the use of various natural enemies, supported [...] by sustainable incomes from a crop with higher productivity of better quality. We have over time developed a wide range of solutions for Thrips that target

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 5, 2023

  adaptability of crops to challenging environmental conditions. Additionally, the use of our beneficial insects reduces the dependency on a wide array of conventional [...] nutrients. The role of soil extends beyond being a mere substrate; it regulates water regimes, carbon emissions, and ensures the nutrient uptake of plants, thereby [...] heath In our relentless pursuit of fostering healthy soils, we take a multi-faceted approach, offering an extensive variety of bio stimulant technologies that

• Keep Thrips under Control: Plenty of Options with our Comprehensive IPM package for Management of Thrips.

  September 10, 2024

  therefore, an important focal point in the field of biological control. Koppert has developed a wide range of products to help you tackle thrips. You don't [...] into the battle alone! When tackling a pest such as Thrips, it is important to work systematically. This will ensure a holistic approach to tackle them. The [...] Koppert IPM package for thrips offers a comprehensive, sustainable approach to tackling thrips at key stages of their life cycle. By combining advanced

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] operates "Explotación de los pardos," where agriculture isn't just a profession but a lifelong passion. Adapting to challenges and embracing change Balbino's [...] while minimizing environmental impact. The future of sustainable agriculture Balbino's journey reflects a broader shift toward sustainable and environmentally