• Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

  June 30, 2023

  , as it’s shorter and takes on a streamlined appearance. The skin is wrinkled at the beginning but splits over time and reveals the shiny cuticle. A pupa [...] except for a small part of its abdomen. The head, proboscis, wings, and legs develop in the anterior, immobile part. The pupa eventually transforms into a butterfly [...] Butterflies and moths are fairly harmless insects, but their caterpillars can do a lot of damage and have a voracious appetite. Although caterpillars are only

• IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future

  August 18, 2021

  summary of the major reasons for the switch from chemicals to integrated pest management. Many chemical products are not good for nature and the environment [...] environment and are therefore far from sustainable. For this reason, many products have been dropped in recent years and the development of new chemicals is slowing [...] gaining ground. And we're not surprised. After all, IPM helps keep diseases and pests under control, with minimal impact on people and the environment. IPM

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

  May 19, 2025

  foil sachets, and buckets, are designed to maintain the viability of these beneficial organisms until their release in the field. Science and experience as [...] to ensuring the quality of the predatory mites that Koppert produces and imports. Her work involves verifying the quantity, activity, and capability of [...] technology, and deep respect for nature distinguishes Koppert in the global market. The legacy of our founder, Jan Koppert, lives on through the commitment

• The various stages of the spider mite

  March 4, 2023

  females are half a millimeter in size, and their bodies are oval in shape. Males are smaller and narrower, with a slightly pointed back. They are also slightly [...] two different nymph stages in the spider mite. The adult spider mite, i.e., a mite in its fifth stage of development, can vary in color quite considerably [...] If you put the spider mite under the microscope, you will easily recognize all stages of its lifecycle. It starts with the eggs, which are as round as

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  January 1, 1970

  Aphytis and Rhyzobug and spider mites with Spical Ulti-Mite . These biocontrol solutions have not only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance [...] agriculture. Through innovative techniques and the embrace of biological control measures, farmers like him are shaping a more responsible agricultural industry [...] know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates "E

• At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly

  August 18, 2020

  predators that are particularly fond of whitefly , but predatory bugs and predatory beetles are also effective. The following is a brief overview of the key allies [...] allies in the fight against whitefly. Predatory mites Amblyseius swirskii and Amblydromalus limonicus These predatory mites feed on the eggs and young larvae [...] whitefly are spotted. Predatory beetle Delphastus catalinae The ladybird survives entirely by consuming whitefly in each of its stages. The predatory beetle

• Koppert Actively Participates in the Legal Cannabis Market

  December 20, 2019

  between the Koppert subsidiaries in these countries. In addition to natural enemies, we are investigating in the potential of Trianum and the NatuGro product [...] and the United States of America. However, the acreage used for this purpose in Europe, Africa, and Australia is rapidly increasing as well," he explains [...] licenses for the legal production of cannabis. This is due to the proven positive health effects resulting from the use of cannabis, as well as the liberalization

• Condition of the Crop the best Indicator of the Effect of Trianum

  August 10, 2020

  colonize the roots of the plant and keep pathogens at bay. And that's not all: they also stimulate root growth and the absorption of nutrients. The impact [...] seen in the quality of the crop. A better balance in the soil means that treated plants generally grow better, have greener and firmer leaves, and are more [...] Trianum hard at work ‘underground’, the proof becomes apparent above the ground: a strong and vital crop! We often assess the success of a strategy or application

• Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality

  February 6, 2023

  product will have its own premium look and feel but, at the same time, remain recognizable as a Koppert product. Over the coming year, we will redesign our [...] natural look. Perfectly in line with our branding: ‘Inspired by Nature’. And though our packaging is new, growers can still expect the same high quality from [...] recognizable. In addition, barcodes enable scanning and traceability throughout the logistics chain. While a QR code helps navigate directly to the product webpage

• Fusarium opens the door to other diseases and pests

  June 27, 2022

  potatoes if there are also nematodes in the soil. The nematodes puncture the tubers, creating little wounds that allow the fungi to penetrate. In other crops [...] can stop both Fusarium and Pythium in their tracks. Defense strategies Plants are not entirely without their own defenses and are capable of producing [...] Weak crops are more susceptible to diseases and pests. Drought, stress, and insufficient nutrition can cause a plant to become weak, but aggressive fungi