• Fit Roots for Plant Health Whitepaper - Koppert

  pattern in the slab. The composition of the nutrient solution in the root zone is frequently monitored by analysis. But only the composition of the plant sap [...] water, particularly in the morning, can lower the temperature of the stem base. If the temperature of the stem base drops below the dewpoint, moisture will [...] in the rhizobiome metabolize organic fertilizers to make them available for the plant. This process stimulates the development and diversity of the rhizobiome

• FAQ Nematodes

  host, the nematodes release a bacterium that can kill the host very quickly. This bacterium also causes the host to be converted into food for the nematodes [...] on the pump and the spray boom? The pressure on the nozzle may not exceed 20 bar (190 psi), with conventional large volume nozzles. Why should the soil [...] not outside a host. Only if the nematode is in the host and the temperature is not too low is there a small chance that the nematodes can overwinter. However

• Trial results beneficial nematodes in fruit orchards

  fully diluted, we add the mix into the tank. The sprayer is filled halfway and the bucket with the nematodes is injected into the preparation. And finally [...] that the benefit of using Capirel nematodes is that it can also be used as a preventive treatment in the autumn to reduce the pest pressure for the following [...] control and reduce the pest pressure,’ Michel states. ‘It had a positive effect in the spring and there was less need for trapping to reduce the pressure.’ Michel

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00 [...] by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more time (overlap with daylight) there [...] there is for the bumblebees to pollinate. For pollination, bumblebees need at least 28 Watt/m2 PAR light near the hive and the presence of Ultraviolet light

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  protection, the plant aborts the fruit to reduce fruit load on the plant and directs the assimilates to the vegetative growth of the plant. This is undesirable [...] One of the most clearly defined guidelines in the greenhouse industry is the optimum temperature range for pollination. Growers want to keep the greenhouse [...] energy from the plant, and it is one of the first processes to fall by the wayside if the plant cannot produce enough assimilates. In the act of self

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  openings. The nematodes then release pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These actions kill and liquify the insect from the inside. The nematodes [...] Facing the bean seed fly challenge This year, Frank encountered a significant challenge due to the cold and wet conditions at the beginning of the crop cycle [...] larvae in the soil. When applied to the affected area at sowing, the nematodes actively seek out bean seed fly larvae. Once they locate a larva, the nematodes

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  Wireless BeeHome for the first time Transmitter When using the Wireless BeeHome for the first time, you must test whether the receivers pick up the signal from [...] Plug the supplied timer into the power socket on the transmitter casing. Insert the plug of the short cable coming out of the transmitter into the timer [...] connect the climate computer to the transmitter or to change the digital frequency of the transmitter. The menu can only be used once the lid of the transmitter

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in top fruits

  Contact your local Koppert contact for more info. Always check label for full technical advice! 11-2022 Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have become a [...] (entomopathogenic) nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals [...] Many years of experience have gone into the selection, breeding and quality control of these nematodes. Each of the entomopathogenic nematodes produced by

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in stone fruits & nuts

  Contact your local Koppert contact for more info. Always check label for full technical advice! 12-2022 Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have become a [...] (entomopathogenic) nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals [...] Many years of experience have gone into the selection, breeding and quality control of these nematodes. Each of the entomopathogenic nematodes produced by

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in soft fruits

  Contact your local Koppert contact for more info. Always check label for full technical advice! 09-2022 Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have become a [...] (entomopathogenic) nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals [...] Many years of experience have gone into the selection, breeding and quality control of these nematodes. Each of the entomopathogenic nematodes produced by