• WARNING: Bumblebees – Keep them Cool this Summer!

  July 2, 2019

  in the picture to the right. Following the same principle of a shade structure a grower can make one of his own. Our recommendation is to take two pallets [...] methods of keeping the hives shaded. A second method that is also known to help in keeping the hive cool is by digging a large enough hole for it to fit. [...] number of pollination hours, and it positively influences the lifespan of a colony. It can make the difference between just enough pollination or a fruitset

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  tell visitors how it works and give them up-to-date advice on Koppert's biological solutions and how to comply to the growing demands from retailers for [...] Vijfhuizen, the Netherlands, from November 7-9. Visitors from all over the world come to the fair to see the latest developments and to be inspired by experts [...] important option for growers. They need to comply to a growing number of regulations and the quality demands from retailers are issues we can help clients

• Predatory mites

  The integration of predatory mites can lead to a reduction in the use of chemical pesticides, thereby lowering the ecological footprint of horticultural [...] required. Follow the recommendations of your crop consultant for the frequency of releases. Video: How to use predatory mites How many predatory mites do I need [...] exhibit an array of colors, ranging from pale tan and translucent to deep red or brown. The colour of predatory mites can vary according to the prey eaten

• Help, whitefly! Now what?

  June 2, 2022

  you intend to follow and stick to it. Scout the crop thoroughly. Is the infestation localized to one spot or spread throughout the crop? To choose an effective [...] whitefly makes your life, and that of your crop, difficult. Compile a step-by-step plan in advance so that you know what action to take if you find whitefly in [...] soaps or selective chemicals to try to reduce the population. Note that these methods can also harm the natural enemies of whitefly. You can always check

• Spidex

  except Tetranychus evansi . Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 2,000; 10,000 [...] Mites Poster [Translate to USA:] Spidex.jpg Application Turn and shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle [...] typically range from 2-50 per m2/release. Releases should be repeated once or twice at weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor

• Frequently Asked Questions

  August 5, 2021

  opposite ends of the crop. Q: How many bees are in a bumblebee hive? A: There are on average 250 bees in each hive. Q: How many hives do I need? A: If Koppert [...] tape covering the exit of the hive doors? A: By allowing the bees to chew through the mesh tape, the bees are able to calm down from their shipping and handling [...] enabling the bumblebees to perform their correct orientation flights. Q: How do I close the hives prior to chemical applications? A: When collecting the workers

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  have a growing number of testimonials from our customers. During the development of this technology, great care was taken to ensure that this is a healthy [...] possible to apply all beneficials in various carrier materials from a moving vehicle via ventilated air tubes to the crop. The essential part of Natutec [...] an increasing number of growers to professionalize the biological control of their crops, Natutec Drive will improve the dispersal of our predatory mites

• Whitefly – small pest, big problem

  February 2, 2023

  and ornamental crops. To minimize the impact, it’s important to be able to recognize damage as quickly as possible. The larvae of greenhouse whitefly and [...] and tobacco whitefly need protein to grow, which they obtain by extracting sap from plants. The sap contains a variety of sugars; the excess is secreted as [...] whitefly has been considered a major problem in several world regions. Worse still, you only need a few whiteflies to cause damage to your vegetable, fruit,

• NatuGro in strawberry

  crop yields by up to 10 percent. With a proprietary combination of micro-organisms, bio-stimulants and tailored advice more than 85% of growers who have [...] years. 85% of the strawberry growers were able to increase their yields by 5 percent or higher, bringing their return on investment to four to five dollars [...] 50 years experience and a lot of R&D efforts The ongoing attempt to discover and utilize natural principles forms the backbone of Koppert’s activities. Koppert

• Pests and Pals Webinar: Watch the Recording Now!

  March 19, 2025

  occurred! Code: 202604201206007ca3f3d4 Event: 28fef01a585f4a54b053809cf6731bcb At Koppert, we’re committed to offering growers high-quality solutions for effective [...] Fowler and Heidi Doering, technical experts from Natural Enemies / Koppert , shared their insights on how predatory insects and beneficial microbes can [...] session, our experts discussed: How predatory insects can effectively target pests like aphids and thrips The role of beneficial microbes in protecting