Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

water consumption by 65% and minimized pesticide use by implementing biological control and natural pollination programs. A long and increasingly sustainable [...] learning and success The partnership between Koppert and Rancho Los Pinos spans over 20 years, beginning with natural pollination programs and evolving [...] developed that have enabled them to increase the productivity and profitability of their crops. The ongoing collaboration between farmers and Koppert lives

Beneficial nematodes

weevils , and other insect larvae. They are commonly used in greenhouse and nursery pest management and are becoming more and more popular in orchards and outdoor [...] The bacteria secret toxins and antimicrobial compounds that kill the host insect within a few days. The host becomes immobile and eventually dies due to the [...] white grubs, and root weevils . They are used in turfgrass management and for controlling pests in several vegetable crops, blueberries, and other soft fruit

Rose

or trailing with a stem that has sharp thorns. The flowers of the rose plant can vary in shape and size, but are often ornate and bright coloured. Colours [...] the flowers the plant bears. There are more than one hundred rose species and thousands of different cultivars. The rose is a woody, perennial plant which [...] Colours range from white to yellow, pink and orange to red, the most popular colour.

Sweet pepper

vanilla/white and yellow to orange, green and red and even dark purple and brown. The sweet pepper is a very rich source of vitamin C and antioxidants. [...] to as bell pepper or just pepper, is part of a specific group of cultivars that belongs to the species Capsicum annuum . These different cultivars of the

Faba bean

bean, pigeon bean and tick bean are all different names for the Vicia faba , a flowering plant and species belonging to the vetch and pea family Fabaceae [...] Zealand and Australia and usually applied to large-seeded varieties which are cultivated for consumption. The Vicia faba grows some 0.5–1.8 m tall and is a [...] cross-section. The broad beans are broad, leather like pods. They are green and usually mature to a blackish-brown with a densely downy skin. Nowadays, modern

Koppert Foundation

sustainable solutions for horticulture and agriculture and improvement of the health and availability of food and nutrition for those who need it most. [...] can find more information in English and Dutch on www.koppertfoundation.org . Do you need help with explanation and/or application? Please contact your

Pear

is a pear species that originates in central and eastern Europe and southwest Asia. The pear tree belongs to the family of Rosaceae and sub family of Pomoideae [...] Pomoideae , together with the apple and quince. The genus Pyrus consists of around 22 species, which are grown in Asia, Europe and northern Africa. The European [...] perennial, deciduous tree and cultivated for its fruit. The tree grows small, white flowers (about 2.5 cm or 1 inch in diameter) and produces a pyriform, fleshy

Gherkin

the United States and Canada or generically as ‘gherkin’ in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Australia) is actually a regular cucumber that is pickled in vinegar

Crop Protection

against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth and reliable harvests. It is essential in agriculture and horticulture for achieving [...] wasps , beneficial nematodes and beneficial microorganisms , growers can control pests and diseases, minimize pest resistance, and strengthen plant resilience [...] pollinators, and strengthens crop resilience. Advantages Pest and insect management Biological crop protection provides effective pest and insect management

Vici Routz SP

SP is a natural product containing soil probiotics and prebiotics that stimulates the crop growth and root system, increases the tolerance to soil borne [...] nutrient uptake and increased yield. How does Vici Routz SP work? Soil probiotics and prebiotics in Vici Routz SP act as bio-primers that: Improves crop [...] crop vigour and makes the crop less susceptible to diseases Boosts the plant’s resistance to drought and other types of abiotic stress Acts as a bio-stimulant