• GreenGuard by Dümmen Orange: For A Sustainable Chain

  November 6, 2018

  set a brand-new course just a few years ago. Modernizing cultivation and markets Dümmen Orange has a total of 20 branches, 7,700 employees, and a turnover [...] Uganda. Was it possible to achieve a production of cuttings using a minimum of chemical products in which the use of biological crop protection could be [...] turnover of 355 million euros (about $405 million), making them a giant in the global ornamentals sector. Driven by their ambition to be a leader in the m

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  November 8, 2024

  introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol [...] biocontrol agent is effective to a larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact [...] market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol [...] biocontrol agent is effective to a larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact [...] market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  the ecosystem of his hop farm. These natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific focus on addressing issues [...] farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial building block for the future of organic agriculture, providing a sustainable and environmentally friendly [...] recognizes the need for resilience and innovation in the face of change, acknowledging the importance of learning from both setbacks and triumphs in this evolving

• Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

  August 31, 2022

  e, for the control of a wide­­­­ variety of common pests like whitefly , aphids , thrips , mealybugs , fungus gnats and weevils, on edible and ornamental [...] suburb of Ramsey, MN, produces over 1,800,000 pots of Annuals, Perennials, Mums, Poinsettias, and Spruce Tip Porch Pots annually. The nursery is a benchmark [...] left on the plants.' Koppert as a strategic partner Besides the consistent quality, other significant factors that have contributed to the success of Green

• Reducing our CO₂ footprint, one bottle at a time

  August 5, 2025

  Houweling, we’ve developed a more sustainable version of our 1L bottle that fits both the environmental goals and the practical needs of growers. The new bottles [...] version. It’s a meaningful change that adds up quickly across our portfolio. To ensure the continuous quality, safety and performance of our beneficial [...] We’re making an important change to our 1L bottles. From now on, they will be made with recycled materials, while still delivering the same quality and

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  May 19, 2025

  solutions, based on the solutions that are already there, in nature. ” Predatory mites: a sustainable solution One of the key advantages of predatory mites [...] proved to be a game-changer. “ It worked against both thrips and whitefly - two of our biggest problems, ” he explains. “ It was effective and efficient [...] y and efficacy. “ They reproduce quickly, they’re cost-effective, and there’s a wide variety of species - each with its own pest target. And there are

• Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell

  February 1, 2023

  ion. They, too, can occasionally have a negative impact on the vitality of the predatory mites as a side effect. Contact our experts today! [...] breeding bags for prevention and a long-term approach. Keep track of the effects, and learn as you go. Learn about the biology of pests and their natural enemies [...] as soon as it arrives at your company, preferably on the same day. If you can't, store the product in a cool (10-15 °C), dry place for no more than one to

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  January 14, 2025

  rest of her life. Growing up in a farming family, Rianne's father was a pioneer in using biological solutions for his crops. He also devoted half of his [...] their crops sustainably. It’s a journey I’ve been on since 1998. Transforming perspectives on biocontrol In the early days of her career, Rianne often faced [...] that biological solutions work required a shift from a curative mindset to a preventive approach — aiming at a natural balance in their crops and how to

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

  June 11, 2024

  when he struck on the idea of a natural enemy for this pest,’ Paul Koppert, former CEO and son of Jan Koppert recalls. ‘His journey of exploration took [...] where, after a number of hurdles, the predatory mite began to show promise. ‘My father had given up on chemical agents as their effect had diminished [...] company a ready market – almost 10,000 hectares of horticulture that specialized in greenhouse grown tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers and a range of flowers