Manual Growing lights

BeeHome system, growers can choose to let the bumblebees fly when there is enough daylight present. It is best to place a maximum of 2 hives together. Use [...] conditions, it takes up to 60-90 minutes for the last foraging bumblebee to return to the hive. Under low light conditions, this time increases up to 120 minutes [...] day. Never keep a hive closed for longer than one day unless additional pollen is fed to the bees. 2.1 When to open and close the hives In general, the hives

Sustainability Report 2024

con昀椀dence in our direction. Sustainability at Koppert is not a topic that sits next to the business; it is the business. Today, value is measured not [...] Sustainability is not a trend or a side project, it’s central to who we are and how we operate. We know the path forward may not be linear, but it is leading [...] agriculture. Knowledge is a key input. It is also one of our major assets and contributes greatly to the success of our business. It is crucial for business

Mycotal FAQ

thrips control What is Mycotal What is Mycotal? Mycotal is a natural insecticide. It contains a so called entomopathogenic fungus, a fungus that disables [...] Mycotal is effective on a range of pests. Depending on the national product registration in your country, it may be applied against whiteflies, and in some [...] disables and kills insects. The product is packed in a cardboard box which contains a bag of blastospores of the unique fungus, Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6. Against

Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

person. If a specific pest is not mentioned in this document, it doesn’t necessarily mean it cannot be controlled by nematodes. Koppert is continuously [...] are being researched). They are selectively applied to combat a significant variety of pests in a wide range of temperatures, such as the pupae and larvae [...] chemical residues. In optimal circumstances it can entirely replace the use of chemicals. Koppert started producing nematodes in 1986. Many years of

Thrips Identification Guide

egg laying, and a complete generation develop within a single gall. Adults exit galls and migrate to new terminal leaves to begin a new generation. The [...] occurs in the substrate. Reproduction time is about 18 days at 25°C. Females lay 20-60 eggs in total, depending on the host plant. Feeding results in silvery [...] range of host plants, both vegetable and ornamental plants. Females 0.8 -1.0 mm long. Males smaller and very rare. Light yellow to brown in colour. 7 antennal

Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

search for a new host. Unique Formulation Soluble, biodegradable, and a long shelf life. Beneficial nematodes for bean seed fly control While plant parasitic [...] by Koppert has been selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. They can [...] parasitic nematodes are a common soil pest that affect plants, entomopathogenic nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Meet

FAQ Nematodes

stored in a ventilated refrigerator until the expiry date. For long storage, it is recommended to avoid stacking up the packs in order to maintain a good [...] reach their host. Once in contact with a host, they try to penetrate it through a body opening. In the host, the nematodes release a bacterium that can kill [...] carrier material allows a good solubility and a long shelf life for a living product. Is the carrier material harmful to humans? No, it is biodegradable and

Koppert Sustainability Report 2023

sustainability, it could be very difficult to get a bank loan in 5 to 10 years. That’s why pursuing a sustainability strategy is vital for a company’s financial [...] not just a choice; it is a necessity for success. In 2023, we embarked on a transformative journey that challenges us to look beyond what we do and consider [...] alternative to chemical pesticides. He was the pioneer in finding a natural solution to combat pests in his own crops, sparking a revolution in sustainable

trial results wireworm control

by Koppert has been selected to target specific pest insects. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. They can [...] Wireworm control with beneficial nematodes Results in irrigated potato Wireworms damage in irrigated potato (% of potatoes with holes) 2023, Italy 80 [...] (%) Efficacy (%) Casea efficacy against wireworms in irrigated potato (% damage reduction compared to untreated control) Emilia-Romagna Region - North Italy

Mycotal Brochure

improvements where implemented in recent years, resulting in a superior product quality today! Mycotal is used successfully in many countries across the world [...] fungus continues to grow inside the insect and subsequently kills it. At optimal conditions, new spores can be produced after the insect is killed. Favorable [...] Temperture (°C) 25 30 Mycotal can be used in a wide range of conditions, one of its unique properties is its ability to grow at low temperatures. 7 Disclaimer