• Common cockchafer

  as the doodlebug or May bug is a European beetle of the genus Melolontha, in the family Scarabaeidae. Damage symptoms The common cockchafer ( Melolontha [...] maple, beech and plum. Life cycle and appearance of Common cockchafer The life cycle of the common cockchafer ( Melolontha melolontha ) has the following [...] triangular white spots below the elytra. When just laid, the oval eggs of the common cockchafer ( Melolontha melolontha ) are 2 x 3 mm, but they increase in

• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  More about spider mite biocontrol Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder Ten facts about Spical Ten facts about spider mites Spical: The Effective Weapon [...] become active. Be quick It’s important to release them into the crop as soon as possible. After all, the predatory mites have to spend their short lives eating [...] eating spider mites . If you wait too long to release them, the number of predatory mites in the bottles of Spical will decrease sharply while spider mite

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 24, 2024

  to adopt biocontrol methods,” explains Peter. “The Airobug system attaches to mono or pipe rails, automatically moving back and forth to release the right [...] Among other pests, Koppert is currently focused on the stink bug. “We anticipated stink bugs becoming a global issue,” says Peter. “To prepare, we developed [...] basalis, against the stink bug Nezara viridula . We also invested in technology to adapt our solution for different stink bug species and set up facilities

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  to adopt biocontrol methods,” explains Peter. “The Airobug system attaches to mono or pipe rails, automatically moving back and forth to release the right [...] Among other pests, Koppert is currently focused on the stink bug. “We anticipated stink bugs becoming a global issue,” says Peter. “To prepare, we developed [...] basalis, against the stink bug Nezara viridula . We also invested in technology to adapt our solution for different stink bug species and set up facilities

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  How do predatory mite sachets work? The Ulti-Mite predatory mite sachet is specifically designed to support continuous reproduction of predatory mites under [...] compostable foil, allows predatory mites to thrive and build strong populations, especially in suboptimal conditions. Why Ulti-Mite predatory mite sachets? Humidity [...] dry out and perform less. Extended release The breeding sachets function like a continuous engine, allowing predatory mites to reproduce within the sachet

• Predatory insects

  Predatory bugs Predatory bugs are beneficial insects crucial for natural pest control in agriculture. Equipped with piercing mouthparts, they actively [...] Cryptobug-L , featuring the predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri . Advantages of using predatory insects Using predatory insects for pest control offers [...] on various harmful pests, helping to maintain a balanced ecosystem. Predatory bugs play a vital role in controlling whitefly , thrips , caterpillars and

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 5, 2024

  the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis .’ Back home, he introduced it into his own greenhouse where, after a number of hurdles, the predatory mite [...] It started as a germ of an idea, or rather a little predatory mite in this case. Koppert’s pioneer, Jan Koppert noticed that chemical sprays were ineffective [...] At first they were sceptical, but after repeated introductions of the predatory mite, my father began to show some success. Jan Koppert led the way ‘The

• Predatory mites

  mites at every stage of their life cycle. Predatory mites for thrips Several predatory mite species are commonly used for the control of thrips. Neoseiulus [...] generalist predatory mites which are also used for the control of thrips. Predatory mites for whitefly For the control of whitefly, predatory mites are [...] turning into adult fungus gnats. Predatory mites packaging Predatory mites in bottles The standard packaging for predatory mites includes a bottle with a

• Biocontrol for Spider Mites

  April 24, 2020

  without the use of harsh chemicals. In the mid 1960's, Koppert released the first predatory mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis , for the control of spider mites [...] control of two-spotted spider mites . We offer a variety of biocontrol products. Spical Predatory mite: Neoseiulus californicus Target: Two-spotted spider [...] bottle contains predatory mites (all mobile stages) mixed with inert carrier material 250 ml bottle with dosage-plug, containing 5,000 predatory mites 500 ml

• Natutec biocontrol application devices

  Koppert representative for personalized advice and information about Koppert biocontrol products that can be applied using Natutec technology. Endorsed by Koppert [...] supply of biological control products, including beneficial insects such as predatory mites , parasitic wasps , and nematodes, along with microorganisms and