• Premium quality around the world

  March 17, 2023

  achieve that for its customers. Getting beneficials, bumblebees, and microbials – all natural products – delivered to customers alive and kicking is not exactly [...] the boxes on pallets with proper ventilation is one of many steps taken to regulate optimal conditions for specific products. 'We make sure they arrive [...] important element here is the fact that Koppert's Dispatch Department has its own customs zone that Dutch customs have declared as safe for our shipments. We

• Swirski-Mite Plus, Now in Even Better Shape

  July 2, 2019

  Swirski-Mite Plus is a trusted biological solution from Koppert Biological Systems for the effective control of thrips and whitefly in many crops worldwide [...] Product Manager, Tim Bossinga. ‘The material of the sachet is still the same, but the shape is more elongated and features a new design. The properties and [...] and recent tests with the new packaging show that the emergence of mites is equal to the current Swirski-Mite Plus sachet.´ Efficient Control of Whitefly

• The Importance of Quality at Koppert

  December 3, 2019

  of Spidex is conducted once a week and each batch is checked. “While the standard average egg-laying performance for Phytoseiulus persimilis is 10 eggs per [...] eggs per female norm for a healthy mite was set by the International Organization for Biological Control (IOBC) of which Koppert is a member. The IOBC standard [...] control products and this is why they opt for Spidex ," says Product Manager, Tim Bossinga, who has been involved with this product for 6 years: “The above average

• Show Whitefly a Yellow Card

  August 10, 2021

  effective sticky trap for detection and mass trapping. These sticky traps are vital for weekly checks of pests. Crop checks are also important for detecting pests [...] biological solution in good time. Timely intervention can prevent the need for chemical agents

• Mite vs. Mite: Controlling Hop Pests Sustainably

  August 18, 2021

  effective than chemicals in controlling them. A 2017 trial in Independence used beneficial arachnids to control two aggressive hop pests: the hop aphid and [...] about the encouraging results visit Oregon Beer Growler Koppert has solutions for pests found in hops, as well as the expertise consulting that can help in

• Jeremy Webber Discusses Limonica In GrowerTalks Magazine

  February 1, 2025

  magazine. In A Meaner Mite For A Badder Bug he gives an overview and history of the apex predator Amblydromalus limonicus and why it is so effective against [...] newest standards and practices, including those for biological programs and integrated pest management (IPM). For more information about building an effective [...] thrips (Thrips parvispinus or TP). His deep dive covers how active the mite is in much cooler weather, its mean attitude toward other bugs , and its capacity

• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  Natural enemies are extremely useful and effective, but they have one major drawback: they have a short lifespan. That’s why it’s important to release [...] release the predatory mites in your crop immediately, you can store them for one or two days at most. You must store the packaging horizontally, in a dark

• Protect Crops Against Redheaded Flea Beetle

  February 1, 2025

  stronger resistance so letting them reach that stage is too late. For the best treatment options the key is to target beetles at the vulnerable larval phase [...] It’s never too early for nursery growers to stay ahead of the game. Even though most applications happen in May or June, February is the right time to start [...] Timing of the application can be important for the products’ efficacy, and there are a few different methods for getting deep down to where the larvae are

• Pests and Pals Webinar: Watch the Recording Now!

  March 19, 2025

  committed to offering growers high-quality solutions for effective pest control. Need guidance? Our team is ready to assist— reach out today ! [...] Biological pest control is revolutionizing the way growers manage pests and pathogens—naturally and sustainably. In collaboration with Farmer Bailey , [...] biocontrol strategies to reduce reliance on chemical sprays Practical tips for integrating biological solutions into your pest management plan Missed the

• Embracing sustainability brings value

  July 16, 2024

  Forward strategy is comprehensive, covering many topics. When asked which one is closest to his heart, Maes responded, ‘Biodiversity is a fundamental aspect [...] journey for more than 55 years already,’ Maes points out. ‘But it’s not only our products that need to be sustainable; it’s our operations too. For this, [...] society when making decisions is crucial. Minimizing our reliance on fossil fuels and working towards carbon neutrality is vital if we want future generations