• Root and crown rot of strawberry

  much or too little water), or that are damaged by for example handling or pests. Optimum temperature for Pestalotiopsis clavispora is 19-23 °C and high humidity [...] General New diseases in strawberry have been ascribed to Pestalotiopsis clavispora in the case of root and crown rot (of strawberry), first found in The [...] trays, tools, gutters etc. between subsequent crops Disinfect water used for irrigation Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  the stomata or directly by penetrating the cuticula. For germination free water is required. For most downy mildews, the optimum temperature is around [...] cells. The pathogens continue to grow inside the leaves and after a while new spore-bearing structures are protruding from the stomata. Because there are

• Working at Koppert

  character, Koppert remains a family company in which cooperation and respect for people and the environment is important. The company is developing fast, so [...] draw people who will play a role in its further growth. There is much room for personal input from colleagues. At Koppert we work together. Koppert employees [...] career within the company, Koppert has developed an internal career policy. New vacancies are preferably filled internally. Koppert feels it is important

• Blight of pepper

  temperatures between 15 and 23 °C and higher water content than is optimal for crop growth. Phytophthora overwinters in roots, infected tubers and bulbs [...] zoospores. The pathogen grows into the stem and on the plant surface and new sporangiophores (structures containing sporangia, a type of spores) with sporangia [...] either by germinating sporangia or by zoospores produced in the sporangia. For germination on above-ground plant parts, leaf wetness is required. Dispersal

• Verticillium wilt

  Life cycle and appearance of Verticillium wilt Verticillium dahliae survives for prolonged time periods (many years) in the soil as microsclerotia, small hard [...] fungus infects the roots of plants, directly or through wounds caused by for example nematodes. The fungus then grows into the vessels of the plant and [...] which in turn causes the plant to wilt. Spores may be wind-dispersed to new hosts. In the senescent tissue, the resting mycelium or the microsclerotia

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  organic agriculture For Lukas Locher, the experiences gained from using beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic farming [...] This transition required Lukas to question traditional approaches, learn new techniques, and conduct numerous tests, highlighting the dynamic nature of [...] challenges, there have been significant successes. Lukas recognizes the need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance

• Apple collar rot

  temperatures between 15 and 23 °C and higher water content than is optimal for crop growth. Phytophthora overwinters in roots, infected tubers and bulbs [...] zoospores. The pathogen grows into the stem and on the plant surface and new sporangiophores (structures containing sporangia, a type of spores) with sporangia [...] either by germinating sporangia or by zoospores produced in the sporangia. For germination on above-ground plant parts, leaf wetness is required. Dispersal

• Bactosan

  to detect new infestations of fruit flies as well as for monitoring insect populations. How does Bactosan trap work? Bactosan trap is used for trapping [...] Biological Systems India Private Limited is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or under incorrect conditions [...] Bactosan trap is used for capturing melon and oriental fruit flies . The trap is used in combination with species-specific Pherodis pheromone and fruit

• Experience Centre

  importance of miniscule organisms such as predatory mites and beneficial fungi for international agriculture and horticulture. Take a look inside a bumblebee [...] effective pollination solutions? See, hear, and discover. Visit our brand-new Experience Centre located at our headquarters on Veilingweg 14 in Berkel en [...] 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A tour takes an average of 1,5 hours and is suitable for groups of up to 15 visitors. In the case of bigger groups, the programme can

• Dwarf bunt

  in the next season. The optimum temperature for germination is 3-8 °C and it takes three to ten weeks for germination. The seedlings are infected after [...] infection. The soil-borne teliospores may survive in soil without suitable host for as long as ten years. Seed-borne transmission does occur, but is less important [...] to prevent Dwarf bunt Use resistant cultivars. However, the fungi may form new isolates that can break resistance Use clean, disinfected seed The use of