• Spidex: dos and don’ts in a nutshell

  November 29, 2021

  powerful natural enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex . Take the following tips on board [...] store the product for longer than three days! Do you know how to use Spidex in your crop? You can see the instructions on YouTube . Turn and shake the packaging [...] predatory mites. If you need to intensify the population over time, it will cost more money in the long run. Don’t store the product for too long after receiving

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  crops in the Netherlands increased considerably. There was heavy infestation in the key crops of onions (the second most important vegetable crop in the [...] worryingly, the number of species of thrips around the globe is on the increase, and they are spreading more easily. More worryingly though is the fact that [...] y available for all species of thrips in all types of crop." Developments in the Netherlands are replicated elsewhere. The situation varies between continents

• Swirski-Mite Plus, Now in Even Better Shape

  July 2, 2019

  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 application [...] Systems for the effective control of thrips and whitefly in many crops worldwide. The packaging containing predatory mites will have a ‘new look’ as of 8 July [...] 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 and Thrips

• Want to Tackle Diseases and Pests in Roses?

  July 14, 2020

  Rose Rosa The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future Roses are grown all over the world. Koppert has a [...] Aphids The good news is that aphids have all sorts of natural enemies. The best strategy for you to use depends on the type of aphid you encounter. The options [...] occidentalis on a leaf Thrips The integrated control (IPM) of thrips is strongly based on predatory mites . The most effective type of predatory mite depends

• Jeremy Webber Discusses Limonica In GrowerTalks Magazine

  January 30, 2025

  teams in the field and in the lab and has a tremendous amount of knowledge regarding modern (IPM) strategies to share. His extensive background in the industry [...] an article in the February, 2025 edition of GrowerTalks magazine. In A Meaner Mite For A Badder Bug he gives an overview and history of the apex predator [...] against common pests, including the elusive pepper thrips (Thrips parvispinus or TP). His deep dive covers how active the mite is in much cooler weather, its

• Top Reasons to Use Biological Control in Berries

  May 15, 2018

  Production Biological control can be used in organic production where few miticides are currently available. Cost The cost of biological control per season is [...] marketing an eco-friendly product. Plant Health Biological control reduces the number of chemical applications which promotes plant growth. Coverage Predatory [...] destroy their prey. Searching for and eliminating the mite population quickly and effectively even in areas that chemicals are unable to reach. Resistance

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  ''This facilitates the rapid identification of trends and shifts in pest and disease development. Of particular note is the utilization of the 'Heatmap' feature [...] inputting all the data into the app, it seamlessly syncs with the computer," the Scout elaborates. "The data is then organized into graphs. This allows for [...] feature, wherein colors on the company's map indicate the severity of the pest pressure. This feature swiftly and clearly illuminates the path towards optimal

• No Risks for Employees or for the Environment

  October 22, 2019

  Martínez. ‘At the same time, the quality of the product and the reliability of supply are also important in our approach. We also put a great deal of energy into [...] business in Mexico that was founded in 1996 by Federico Martínez Martínez who continues to head up the company today. The company is specialized in the production [...] a feltiae Doing the right things in order to build a solid reputation, even if the buyers don't follow the same path yet: that is the philosophy on which

• Spidex Vital Go: the ultimate multi-hotspot performer

  March 31, 2025

  The fight against spider mites takes another step forward with the launch of Spidex Vital Go , developed by Koppert. Building on decades of expertise, [...] sustained and consistent release throughout the crop during 2 weeks. By applying the sachets at the first sign of spider mite presence or hotspot formation [...] maintaining a consistent population of predatory mites in the crop. The sachets ensure predators are present over a 2-week period, making it difficult for

• Pests and Pals Webinar: Watch the Recording Now!

  March 19, 2025

  pests like aphids and thrips The role of beneficial microbes in protecting crops against pathogens like Fusarium The benefits of proactive biocontrol strategies [...] Biological pest control is revolutionizing the way growers manage pests and pathogens—naturally and sustainably. In collaboration with Farmer Bailey , we hosted [...] g biological solutions into your pest management plan Missed the Live Webinar? Watch the Recording!