• From Grower To Biological Pest Control Expert

  May 25, 2026

  interesting origins of the beneficial industry, including the significance of a simple cucumber plant. He also delves into the role of Swirski-Mite in building [...] building the company to what it is today, and Koppert’s strength in nematodes and predatory mites . It’s a global market but Koppert ships beneficials from [...] California and Michigan to meet the demand of their American growers. While quality products are the building blocks of a good integrated pest management (IPM)

• Protected vegetables

  strategies encompass a range of practices, including biological control, cultural practices, mechanical control, and the judicious use of compatible pesticides [...] pesticides when necessary. Emphasizing Sustainability One of the fundamental principles of IPM is its commitment to sustainability. By reducing the reliance on [...] or biocontrol, is a natural approach to pest management. Instead of resorting to chemical solutions, biocontrol leverages the power of living organisms

• Aphilin

  aphid species. Mode of action Adult parasitic wasps emerge from the mummies and females lay their eggs in aphids . The next generation of parasitic wasps develops [...] soon after planting of the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 0.25-4 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated a number of times. Consult a [...] leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies are noticed in the crop around 2 weeks after

• Aphidend

  Pests All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult gall midges emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. After emerging [...] repeated at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy [...] densities of generalist predatory mites , especially Amblyseius swirskii , can be detrimental to Aphidend as the predatory mites feed on the eggs of Aphidoletes

• Spidex Vital Go

  Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of a couple of weeks. Predatory mites [...] should be repeated biweekly if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to

• World Soil Day – Soils, where food begins

  December 5, 2022

  Agriculture Organization of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems [...] year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout the world, soil nutrient loss is a major degradation process threatening nutrition. It is recognized [...] biological pest management Adding organic matter to the soil instead of artificial fertilizers is the only way to protect our future, help plants to become stronger

• Anso-Mite Plus

  Pests Young larvae of various thrips species. Also has an effect on eggs and larvae of whitefly , all stages of non-webbing spider mites (e.g. European [...] Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites [...] are usually found on the lower surface of the leaves, often in the corner of the main vein and lateral veins. It is not possible to distinguish Amblyseius

• Ercal

  whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ). Mode of action Adult female parasitic wasps parasitize the second and third larval stage of the whitefly . Additionally, host [...] weekly intervals or until control is achieved. Depending on the specific situation, it may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Enermix . Consult [...] at least 20°C/68°F. Eretmocerus eremicus is still active at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Ercal is best to be used in combination with generalist

• Spidex Vital Plus

  except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Predatory mites [...] should be repeated biweekly if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] persimilis is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to

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