• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 24, 2024

  use predatory mites to control pests," says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we launched our Swirski-Mite solution [...] paper sachets for the application of predatory mites in challenging climates. We initially developed our Ulti-Mite sachets, made of industrially compostable [...] with Peter Couwels, Director Operations, about Koppert’s innovative predatory mite solutions that marked a turning point for the company. Additionally

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  use predatory mites to control pests," says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we launched our Swirski-Mite solution [...] paper sachets for the application of predatory mites in challenging climates. We initially developed our Ulti-Mite sachets, made of industrially compostable [...] with Peter Couwels, Director Operations, about Koppert’s innovative predatory mite solutions that marked a turning point for the company. Additionally

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  May 19, 2025

  that are already there, in nature. ” Predatory mites: a sustainable solution One of the key advantages of predatory mites is their versatility and efficacy [...] with predatory mites and the results were promising, ” he remembers. “ That was the lifeline we needed. ” Innovation in action Koppert’s predatory mite [...] not just peace of mind, but also long-term success. “ Thanks to our predatory mites and our continuous innovation, growers saw that progress did not require

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 11, 2024

  rather a little predatory mite in this case. Koppert’s pioneer, Jan Koppert noticed that chemical sprays were ineffective against the mites in his cucumber [...] the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis .’ Back home, he introduced it into his own greenhouse where, after a number of hurdles, the predatory mite [...] decided to commercialize the first production of predatory mites for the biological control of spider mite,’ says Paul. ‘Koppert was the first to offer a

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  lus limonicus , better known under the product name Limonica . This predatory mite is exceptionally effective against various insect pests, but is considered [...] commercial volumes. We are the only company in the world to do so. A predatory mite with exceptional potential Limonica is distinguished by its broad diet [...] and rapid reproduction. “Technically speaking, it is one of the best predatory mites we know,” says Marjon Diender, Lead Rearing Techniques at Koppert. “But

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

  March 17, 2025

  discovered the potential of predatory mites for pest control. "When I first heard about biological control with predatory mites, I had many doubts. I didn’t [...] organisms. "The Koppert team helped me understand the life cycles of the predatory mites, the optimal times to release them, and how to combine them with other [...] alternatives. The fight against spider mites One of the biggest challenges he faced was managing red spider mites , an especially aggressive pest in strawberry

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

  May 19, 2025

  that every predatory mite reaching our customers is in optimal condition to protect their crops. Bertha's unique connection with predatory mites reinforces [...] adaptability, combined with the mites' voracity and tenacity, guarantees their effectiveness in the field. Predatory mites not only fight pests directly [...] Behind each of Koppert's predatory mite-based products lies an invisible yet fundamental commitment: we do everything it takes to ensure they meet our

• An impressive range of predatory mite solutions thanks to continuous research and innovations

  September 3, 2024

  ‘The feeder mites in the sachets ensure the predatory mites have a snack on their way to their destination. The number of predatory mites emerging from [...] introduction of the first predatory mite for biological control’, says Koppert CEO René Koppert. ‘Our growing range of predatory mite products has set a standard [...] transportation and optimal application of our predatory mite products worldwide. The quality and vitality of our mites have never been better.’ Continuous dedication

• Spider mites and other mites

  spider mites and other mites uses a range of natural enemies that target different developmental stages of the pest: Predatory mites Predatory bugs Predatory [...] strawberry mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) Gall mites and russet mites (family Eriophyidae): Tomato russet mite ( Aculops lycopersici ), Hemp russet mite ( Aculops [...] Biological control of spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant

• Anso-Mite

  non-webbing spider mites (e.g. European red mite, Panonychus ulmi ) and rust mites. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing [...] mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size 125,000 predatory mites . Presentation 6 litre bucket. Carrier Bran. Application Mix carefully [...] remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after releasing the predatory mites Can also be applied with Natutec Airobreez , Natutec Mini-Airbug , Natutec