• Investing in thrips control: always a good idea

  March 6, 2023

  necessary any longer due to better control strategies. Types of damage What kind of damage do thrips cause exactly? In ornamental plants, the main problem is [...] other types of viruses. The trouble is that you can't get rid of a viral infection, and the crop can die from it. Investing in safety Investing in prevention [...] and control is a must. However, the investment in biological control is offset by a clean crop with low residue levels and higher productivity. In short

• Top Reasons to Use Biological Control in Berries

  August 18, 2021

  biological control. Organic Production Biological control can be used in organic production where few miticides are currently available. Cost The cost of biological [...] and effectively even in areas that chemicals are unable to reach. Resistance Management Biological control helps to avoid the risk of resistance to pesticides [...] biological control per season is comparable to and often lower than chemical control. Eco-friendly Companies can capitalize on marketing an eco-friendly product

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  is a producer of avocado, berries and other agricultural crops. Their successful experience with biological control of pests and diseases in crops such as [...] decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The result has been an effective and safe control of thrips , crystalline spider mites [...] and marketing of avocados and other farm products. Based in Michoacán, Mexico, this family business started using biological control in its raspberry

• NatuGro in strawberry

  and we have R&D centres in every part of the world. Continuous research brings new insights: the level of disease suppression in the soil, for example, [...] were carried out in the United States from 2015-2018. Trial locations were located in the three major strawberry producing regions in California (Wats [...] improve the growth and productivity of plants, while strengthening the natural resilience of crops against diseases that are mainly transmitted through the

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

  May 19, 2025

  distinguishes Koppert in the global market. The legacy of our founder, Jan Koppert, lives on through the commitment of everyone involved in breeding and distribution [...] viability of these beneficial organisms until their release in the field. Science and experience as the keys to success Bertha's expertise in biological [...] original ” is not just a slogan but a philosophy that lives in every detail of the work of people like Bertha. Her dedication ensures that our predatory

• International Day of Plant Health: Protecting plant health with sustainable solutions

  May 12, 2023

  International Day of Plant Health: Protecting plant health with sustainable solutions On the 12th of May, the world celebrates International Day of Plant [...] are proud to be part of a global movement that recognizes the vital role that plants play in our lives. Plants are the foundation of life on Earth. They [...] sticky traps, which help monitor and control pests while minimizing the use of pesticides. In addition to controlling pests, we also focus on enhancing plant

• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  foundation of our spider mite control. Over time it grew to be one of the most important products for our growers. As the result of many years of research [...] given distance. In a bottle of Spidex Vital a more diverse population composition is present, so when applied in hotspots the adults are followed up by the [...] hotspot control in your crop. Improved egg laying capacity As Spidex Vital has continuous access to nutrition during logistics, the females of Spidex Vital

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 8, 2021

  Angelov. "When it comes to the even distribution of Koppert’s predatory insects , it’s in a class of its own. It also fits perfectly into our hi-tech, [...] use and takes care of all these problems. We now spend less than a quarter of the time we used to spend on dispersal and the accuracy of application has improved [...] year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. "It was a brilliant

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  Bumblebees play a vital role in achieving optimal pollination results for tomato crops. If you are seeking to optimize your crop's pollination process [...] the power of commercial bumblebees can be a game-changer. Bumblebees are efficient and reliable pollinators, and when used strategically in combination [...] pollination . They grasp onto the flower and generate vibrations, aiding in the transfer of pollen. Within one to four hours, the bumblebee's jaw imprints on

• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  again we see differences in fields regarding frost damage. Besides temperature and wind also fertilization plays a crucial role in how quickly a bud or flower [...] are multiple possible mechanisms that reduce the freezing temperature of the fluid in the cell. By taking the right measurements, we can lower the freezing [...] freezing point much like salt lowers the freezing temperature of water. Finally there are signs in practice that also trace elements lower the freezing temperature