• Operation Mealybug

  chemical applications, and re-emerge with a vengeance shortly afterwards. One particularly effective natural enemy in the fight against the mealybug is

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  September 8, 2026

  protected areas. (Photo: Koppert) When Scouting Doesn't Tell the Whole Story One of the most important lessons growers are learning about Thrips parvispinus [...] approaches struggle against Thrips parvispinus and why prevention is becoming one of the most important factors in protecting greenhouse and specialty crop

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  powder Capirel was applied one week after sowing. Capirel 3 Billion/ha Standard Garlic powder Capirel was applied one week after sowing. Since 1986

• Koppert Collaborates to Launch Free Biocontrol Tool

  February 14, 2020

  options for growers – has been launched in Kenya. Koppert Biological Systems is one of the partners to share its expertise to produce an innovative free-to-use

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  Thrips are one of the most challenging pests in horticulture and agriculture, causing both direct and indirect damage to a wide range of crops. Their ability

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

  February 17, 2025

  and profitable pest management alternatives. The fight against spider mites One of the biggest challenges he faced was managing red spider mites , an especially [...] balance and adapting to the dynamics of pests and their natural predators. "One of the most fascinating aspects of predatory mites is their adaptability.

• Ten facts about Spical

  August 3, 2022

  the spider mite. The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus in Spical is one of the old hands at Koppert, having been used for 35 years to control spider [...] mite. And the battle’s being won: the predatory mite does an excellent job. One fantastic benefit of Spical is that it can be use preventatively, ready to

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  April 25, 2018

  Nature's Perfect Pollinator Bumblebees are active at temperatures near 40°F (5°C), honey­bees become active at temperatures near 60-65°F (15-18°C). Bumblebees are active on cloudy, foggy, and rainy da

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  an application device, avoid direct contact and make sure that there is no one in the direct airflow of the blower. Hygiene Once you have finished your work

• Time For A Tune Up

  February 27, 2026

  fit together to make a program work. They’re like a pit crew for a Formula One race car. Koppert’s professionals and regional specialists are stationed around