• Rhizoctonia solani

  collar of fungal mycelium occurs at the base of the stem. This crown rot may result from root infection or from direct infection of the foot. The fungus [...] parts that are in or close to the soil. Early infection of the growing tips of the roots shortly after germination causes death of seedlings (‘damping-off’) [...] appearance of Thanatephorus cucumeris The mycelium infects the plant through wounds or the stomata but also directly through the cuticle after the formation

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop [...] alongside Koppert in the development and application of biological crop protection.| The future Koen's vision of the future of agriculture is hopeful. He believes [...] there will be no difference at all, especially due to the rapid increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in usage chemical pesticides The increasing

• Quality is Key at Koppert!

  October 14, 2019

  organization and the contribution of multiple disciplines and departments. Let’s follow the process of producing, packaging and delivering one of Koppert´s products: [...] all starts with the mother stock of predatory mites – a company ‘treasure’ that has been selected and reared over the years. The amount of scientific research [...] Once the batch is approved, they are moved from the climate rooms to the packaging department. As of this moment special care is taken to keep the mites

• Koppert at IPPS Louisville

  October 1, 2025

  propagation and production, in the “home of fast horses, great bourbon, and horticulture.” Among the tour destinations is the beautiful, exciting Churchill [...] IPPS in the mission to seek and share information and knowledge regarding plant production. Technical consultant Chris Anzell will be representing the Koppert [...] results. Chris will be attending the sessions and tours, and he’s always happy to discuss IPM or pest control. For more information about the IPPS Eastern

• At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly

  August 18, 2020

  mites feed on the eggs and young larvae of the whitefly . They also eat other pests. They roam 24 hours a day, consuming 90% to 95% of the eggs and larvae [...] smelling the plant’s reaction to the whitefly. Parasitic wasps can be used preventively but can also be deployed as soon as the first signs of whitefly [...] While the ladybird tends to be deployed in whitefly nests or ‘hot spots’, predatory beetles act as a sort of fire extinguisher, eroding as much of the infestation

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  an increasing number of growers to professionalize the biological control of their crops, Natutec Drive will improve the dispersal of our predatory mites [...] is completely safe. At present, Natutec Drive is being used mainly for the biocontrol of pests in strawberries in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Ireland [...] tubes to the crop. The essential part of Natutec Drive is a ‘box’ with tubes that effectively distributes our predatory mites and other insects in the correct

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  reach the minimum 24-hour temperature of 15 ºC for optimal plant development. When your crop is healthy and the average 24-hour temperature is at least [...] won't be any issues with the foraging activity of the bumblebees, leading to efficient pollination . Placement of hives in low temperatures During the colder [...] : Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring they catch the morning sun. Make sure the hive is in a sheltered

• FAQ Nematodes

  water, the total volume of the suspension must be sprayed immediately. Therefore a suspension cannot be saved. If the suspension is not mixed, the nematodes [...] insect larvae will quickly become slimy and thus will no longer be found. In practice, the decrease of pest pressure is the only indication that the application [...] insects can be host to this group of nematodes. By far the most nematodes belong to the group of saprophytes. These nematodes are harmless and live of dead organic

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  adverse weather conditions, and maintaining the right environmental factors will contribute to the well-being of the bumblebee colony and enhance pollination [...] grasp onto the flower and generate vibrations, aiding in the transfer of pollen. Within one to four hours, the bumblebee's jaw imprints on the flower, commonly [...] help prevent damage and ensure the well-being of the bumblebee colony. Proper hive maintenance and regular checks are recommended to safeguard against any

• Horiver Wetstick

  Echinothrips americanus Mode of action Insect pests are attracted to the colour of the sticky trap and get caught in the glue. Presentation Polysterene [...] sticks at max. 30 cm above the crop and adjust height when plants are growing Do not place traps in-between the plants as parasitic wasps will then also [...] also be trapped For Tuta absoluta place black traps 15-25 cm above the ground for young plants and 50 cm above the ground for mature plants Replace the traps