• Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages

  April 16, 2019

  ensured, and balance in flowering and pollination has been achieved, everything is ready for a good harvest. NatuGro Availability Due to state and federal [...] elements and calcium, with concentrations in a flower bud at 60-80 times higher than in a leaf. Although calcium and trace elements can be supplied using standard [...] this is not always sufficient. To support the plant’s extra mineral demand: Use the root enhancer Vidi Parva in the spring to improve root mass and quality

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  February 17, 2025

  various crops—from lettuce to tomatoes, and eventually to their current specialty: anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection [...] Koppert is the company’s reliability and dedication to growers. “Koppert is more than just a supplier; they’re a partner in our journey. Their consultants help [...] purchased land in Bergschenhoek and started growing lettuce. Over the years, the family’s dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through

• An unexpected solution: the story of Fernando Rodríguez and Koppert's predatory mites

  February 17, 2025

  adjust their behavior and can feed on other sources like pollen, allowing them to remain in the ecosystem and quickly respond to future outbreaks," he [...] of innovation and sustainability in modern agriculture. His story shows that with commitment and a science-based approach, it is possible to transform the [...] Fernando committed to a biological control approach. "My goal was always to create an organic and sustainable production system, and Koppert became a key

• 50 Years of Experience and a lot of R&D Efforts

  November 14, 2019

  ready to visit and speak with growers in all regions and about any crop. Our consultants work with growers to develop a customized program specific to their [...] n in the soil, for example, is extremely important to achieve healthy, vital plants. This also accounts for strawberry growing. You can improve disease [...] available to the plants that increase their resilience, and ability to absorb nutrients. The plants are more vital, their vigour is improved, and their resilience

• NodoKare

  Late season and Post-harvest application. Compatibility NodoKare is compatible with most insecticides, fungicides and fertilizers. See label for any specific [...] Crops See product label for the full list of crops. Availability NodoKare™ is registered for sale in the following U.S. states and territories: AL, FL, GA [...] action Consistent use of NodoKare™ increases desirable yield and quality, improves overall plant nutrition, improves plant establishment and development, improves

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  April 16, 2025

  certainty to our customers is the first step towards a successful crop protection strategy, and our customers' success is the future for my child and future [...] her love for plants with her commitment to ecological management that reduces pesticide use. Since 2014, she has been dedicated to ensuring the quality [...] at Koppert Mexico. Her role is essential to ensure that every predatory mite reaching our customers is in optimal condition to protect their crops. Bertha's

• Experts Needed for International Plant Health, Agriculture & Biosciences Conference in The Netherlands

  December 19, 2019

  authorities and relevant NGOs to recognize and embrace this common goal that will benefit us all. Our aim for the conference is to inform and influence all [...] re and agriculture, environmental biodiversity and food production are invited to raise global awareness on how plant health can help to secure and improve [...] sectors and create the necessary public awareness for the importance of plant health.’ Calling for papers The call for papers is now officially open and Koppert

• A Hybrid Approach to IPM by Jeremy Webber in GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025

  May 15, 2025

  in research and applied technology and are constantly challenging the industry to consider new ways to implement bio-based strategies with the end goal [...] know to achieve success with products and approaches rising to the forefront. Biosolutions Guide 2025 includes tons of hard data, fresh approaches, and proven [...] considers whether pesticides are necessary to combat or prevent spider mites and tackles the same question with regard to western flower thrips in light of the

• A viable alternative to chemical pesticides: Koppert’s natural enemies effectively control pests in outdoor crops

  August 4, 2023

  of natural enemies for agricultural use." In Spain and the Netherlands, growers are using predatory bugs to control thrips in leeks and onions. "Their experience [...] crop health and resilience and protect against diseases and pests. The use of natural enemies, such as parasitic wasps , differs from the use of conventional [...] greenhouses, the use of our beneficial insects dates back many years. Greenhouses provide a safe and controlled environment for insects and mites to hunt their

• Spidex

  temperatures between 13 and 27°C (55 and 81°F) and not effective above 30°C/86°F. Phytoseiulus persimilis is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%.​​​​​​​ [...] ​​​​​​​ Combined use Can be combined with Neoseiulus californicus and Feltiella acarisuga . Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt [...] Tetranychus urticae ) and other Tetranychus spp., except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents