• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  August 18, 2021

  release of a range of biological organisms in record time over large agricultural expanses. It is a unique dispersal mechanism that can carry a wide range [...] Amblyseius californicus ( Spical ) can provide a useful back-up as it is less sensitive to chemicals, tolerates a lower humidity and has the ability to feed [...] cost-effective methods to care for their crops. Koppert Biological Systems offers a wide range of beneficial organisms allowing growers to capitalize on nature's

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  August 18, 2021

  We'll tell you what you need to know to get started! Fortunately, a lot of experience and knowledge about IPM has already been gained. A thorough step-by-step [...] you looking for a solution to a particular problem? Or do you want to better meet the requirements of your customers? Call in help: a consultant you trust [...] A system for sustainable cultivation, in which you minimize use of chemicals; that is integrated pest management (IPM) in a nutshell. You can fully adapt

• Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  control spider mites with predatory bugs and gall midges. What's right for you Don't forget: IPM is not a one-size-fits-all solution. It depends on the crop, [...] Spider mite isn't a picky eater – it's found in almost every crop worldwide. But there is hope: the mite's natural enemy, the predatory mite in Spical [...] solutions But all that glitters is not gold. Predatory mites are ineffective in a limited number of crops, mainly the ones with sticky glandular hairs. Tomato

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  s, a week and a half passes between the hatching of an egg and the adult insect flying around. At low temperatures, however, this takes more than a month [...] is on a leaf Thrips can cause major damage - that's nothing new. This does mean that you need to detect thrips in good time. Sticky traps are a useful [...] thrips on the sticky trap per week, this may not indicate a problem in one crop but could be a reason to sound the alarm in another.

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  about 20% of their body weight. And they do this 4 to 5 times a day. This means that they have a voracious appetite for pest insects in the crop. ‘They show [...] for growers as they reproduce themselves rapidly. What’s not to love about these mites?’ he asks with a smile. Koppert has been producing commercial quantities [...] quantities of predatory mites for more than half a century and is a global leader in this field. There have been multiple innovations in the rearing, mass

• Investing in thrips control: always a good idea

  March 6, 2023

  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 [...] control is offset by a clean crop with low residue levels and higher productivity. In short, investing in thrips control is always a good idea! Get in touch [...] complacent If you don't devote enough attention to thrips control and don't have a solid plan for the whole year, thrips can bring major financial consequences

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  strategy: they prick the upper cells of a plant and suck them dry. The drained cells then fill with air and take on a silvery color. Adjacent cells may also [...] leaves. Despite this, affected leeks usually command a lower price due to their less attractive appearance. A general side effect of thrips infestation is reduced [...] against the attackers. All this costs a lot of energy, which comes at the expense of the yield. Compare it to a developing flu virus in your own body:

• How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’?

  September 19, 2021

  knowledge and expertise is a must, only an expert can provide a definitive answer. Nevertheless, we can help you get started with a few rules of thumb. Ec [...] traps. In short, a busy, striped insect is probably setosus. If you find a slow, striped insect at the bottom of the crop, there is a good chance you have [...] dubious honour of a visit from americanus . Western flower and onion thrips look very similar. And relying on the colour alone doesn't provide a solution either

• Guarantee a Flying Start to Great Pollination

  August 18, 2021

  open-field crops. Each Quad contains four large bumblebee colonies enclosed in a weather-resistant outer unit. Quad units are designed with the appropriate

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  August 18, 2021

  Biological control is much more effective if you have a clear picture of what is happening. You should establish whether the infestation is getting worse [...] can use these traps to monitor whether a particular insect is present, and some types of pheromone traps can play a role in pest control. The use of attractants [...] Rinse samples are also a good method. Read these articles for more information on Horiver and Koppert iPM Horiver: " Show Whitefly a Yellow Card " Koppert