• Atheta

  area. Application The beetles should be applied right away upon receipt, though if necessary can be held at 50°C for up to 7 days. Typically, one application [...] L tube with 1,000 rove beetles and a 5 L bucket with 5,000 rove beetles. Both packs use peat as a medium. When to use Atheta? Atheta is most effective [...] black – in color. The adult beetle can be anywhere between 3-4 mm. long. They have an elongated, slender body shape, and they have wing coverings along their

• Natupol Excel

  results, start using the hive on the day of arrival. If necessary hives can be stored for maximum 1 day. Storage temperature 15–25°C. Storage conditions [...] increasing both colony size and pollination performance. After some weeks the colony will reach its maximum size and starts declining in size and pollination [...] Natupol Excel is developed for crops with a high amount of flowers per m² (35-60 flowers) per week, and for crops grown under artificial light or in warmer

• The Revolutionary Spical Ulti-Mite Sachet

  October 28, 2019

  season. Introduction and establishment of its population can, especially under difficult conditions, be challenging and is crucial for releasing the numbers [...] environment for the rearing system of predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus . It can therefore build up its population in the sachet more rapidly and effectively [...] Moreover, resistance to chemical agents can build up quickly. Neoseiulus californicus mites actively search for their prey and successfully control spider mite

• Aphidius matricariae

  situation. Best conditions for use Aphidius matricariae The natural enemy Aphidius matricariae is most effective between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). The effectivity [...] remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days The dosage of Aphipar -M depends on climate, crop and aphid density and should [...] Braconidae and is widely recognized for its role in biological pest control of aphids . This small wasp is a valuable natural enemy in both agricultural

• Biosolutions for Propagation

  Multiple biological and conventional options exist for other common offenders like aphids and whiteflies . Mass-trapping is key in both wet and dry stages, due [...] that can stunt plant growth, Koppert uses beneficial insects and biopesticides with a proven scientific track record to control pest problems and promote [...] conditions for rooting. This moisture brings fungus gnats, shore flies , and fungal diseases that can scar the primary root, stunting the plant for its lifetime

• The How and Why of IPM

  April 4, 2019

  resilience of crops below and above the soil surface in various ways, for example with plant enhancers and useful soil fungi and bacteria. Afterwards, you should [...] same amount of attention: You strengthen and protect the crop. You tackle diseases and pests. You strengthen and protect the population of natural enemies [...] You need a plan for the entire growing season. Waiting and just responding to an emerging infestation is not the right approach and has too little effect

• Koppert Experts To Appear At Cultivate ’25

  June 26, 2025

  IPM strategies in propagation, and pest control into spaced and finishing production for both mums and poinsettias. Heidi and Phil are crop experts who are [...] in Mums and Poinsettias . They’ll talk about their experiences building successful IPM programs for fall, including what to watch out for and some reality [...] states. He was a lead grower for large nurseries and greenhouses in the Northeast and Northwest before joining Koppert in 2021, and brings a wealth of practical

• Koppert’s microbial solutions for sustainable food production

  October 15, 2020

  solutions can contribute to soil health and plant stress resilience, a new world to be explored." "Microbes are essential for the overall functioning and wellbeing [...] much of its knowledge and research in finding microbial solutions for current and future food production issues such as plant health and resilience; resistance [...] biological mindset, both microbials, and macrobials, can really contribute to solving problems which we are facing in agriculture and horticulture these

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

  December 10, 2024

  as nematodes and fungi which combat pests and diseases but can also support plant health . ‘A healthy plant is far more resilient and can withstand pest [...] results, both locally and abroad. This is very important when growers start out and our consultants play a vital role during the introduction and rollout [...] growers and companies know when to introduce our beneficial organisms and in what numbers. ‘We really understand our beneficial insects and mites and how they

• Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

  July 6, 2020

  predatory mite is a tough one and won’t be fazed if the spider mite makes itself scarce: it can survive for a while without prey and can even live off pollen. [...] bay, one of them being predatory mites – the spider mite slayers. Using predatory mites as part of preventative and curative treatments can keep spider mite [...] Thrips should always be controlled preventively. If you see thrips in the crop, it’s already too late . Predatory mites can be used to kill thrips. There