• Fit Roots for Plant Health Whitepaper - Koppert

  ranging from a superficial root system to deep taproots, or a combination of these. But in general, one can say that a sound root system has a whitish colour [...] being cultivated in a balanced way, the fewer of these substances will be available. So, for a plant to be resistant, it is essential to manage its growth [...] ecosystems in a natural way is the basis for healthy crops and a balanced environment. Add our quality, know-how, and consultancy services to this and you

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  then start their search for a new host. Unique Formulation Soluble, biodegradable, and a long shelf life. Beneficial nematodes for bean seed fly 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 [...] Frank encountered a significant challenge due to the cold and wet conditions at the beginning of the crop cycle. Ideal conditions for bean seed fly. The

• FAQ Nematodes

  energy reserves, stay alive in the soil for a few weeks and look for a host. 3. Regulatory Do I need a spray license to apply nematodes? Nematodes are [...] substance the nematodes are packed in? In order for the nematodes to survive during transport and storage they need to be packed in a carrier material. This bi [...] 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

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  the transmitter to a pole along the aisle in a central area in the greenhouse. The transmitter has a range of approximately 100 metres in both directions [...] 1 for EU countries and 1 for the US, Canada, Mexico, and Japan (based on the sockets and mains system in the country in question). In addition to this [...] Position the transmitter in a dry spot in the shade (as a preventative action, pay attention to potential damp problems by avoiding points in the greenhouse where

• 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

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  hand. A humidity of 85% is fine for pollination in a semi-closed greenhouse, while a humidity of more than 80% starts to impede pollination in a conventional [...] implications for yield and quality. It is essential to point out that exposure to maximum temperatures of more than 30° C for a couple of hours has a negligible [...] suffers. Add to this the knowledge that flower temperature might also play a role; the influence of radiation also needs to be considered. A flower can turn

• Trial_and_Field_results_nematodes_in_fruit_orchards_EN_-_Koppert.pdf

  helped a lot to 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 [...] Capirel nematodes is that it can also be used as a preventive treatment in the autumn to reduce the pest pressure for the following spring. Easy application [...] application Using Capirel for healthy fruit orchards Fruit growers in France are increasingly turning to sustainable nematode solutions to protect their orchards

• Manual Growing lights

  design for Natupol Excel (see figure 1.3 & 1.4). This hive is equipped with a blue hive door (in the visible spectrum for bumblebees) and has a special [...] available for bumblebees to fly around, this shows that a lot of bumblebees can get lost. Note: A bumblebee colony can lose all its foraging bees in just 2 [...] but to open the hive the following day. Never keep a hive closed for longer than one day unless additional pollen is fed to the bees. 2.1 When to open

• Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

  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 [...] flies and many others. How does it work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey. Once they have found a host insect, they penetrate [...] that emerge then start their search for a new host. Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes have increasingly become a powerful part of IPM solutions together with

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  need max. 2 hours to return to their hive 15:00 Do not keep a hive closed for longer than one day unless additional pollen is fed to the bees. Bumblebee [...] developed for better performance in difficult light conditions. Beevision Tests show that the Beevision features lead to more efficient pollination. For further [...] by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more time (overlap with daylight) there is for the bumblebees to pollinate