• The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  April 5, 2019

  to a better image of foodstuffs and ornamental plants, in turn benefiting the overall image of the retail sector. "The How and Why of IPM" Article [...] is no danger of products penetrating the skin. Benefits for the sales chain: The products used are harmless to water, air, and soil. The environmentally [...] effective way of tackling pests and diseases in an environmentally friendly way. There is no risk of resistance development. The risk of exceeding government

• The Future of Koppert is Here

  April 19, 2018

  EN RODENRIJS, THE NETHERLANDS – Koppert Biological Systems has increased the size of its board in response to the projected growth of the Dutch family company [...] realize that it was time for change within the top tier of the company’, says CEO Paul Koppert. ‘Three of the original board members will stay on to ensure [...] non-family members who have earned their spurs over the years. The new members of the board each have their areas of expertise and we have every confidence that

• Harness the added value of nature's helpers

  November 29, 2022

  What is Biological Control? IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach The How and Why of IPM Integrated crop management: the key to sustainable business operations [...] advantage: the open air is home to an abundance of tiny natural enemies that are invaluable in an ICM or IPM strategy. They can boost the effectiveness of your [...] take care of these useful creatures if you want to utilize their strengths rather than killing them. Or you could say: harness the added value of nature's

• Isarid: The Foundation of a Good IPM Program

  covers the foliage and, when applied heavily enough to drip, reaches the surface of the media as well. For many growers, foliar spraying becomes the primary [...] population of spores in the crop environment. Instead of waiting for pest pressure to climb and then reacting, growers establish a standing first line of defense [...] susceptible insect or mite, they attach to the pest, germinate, penetrate the cuticle, and grow within the host. Feeding and activity decline, followed

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  Faced with different pests, he sought alternative solutions, leading to the adoption of biological control methods. He has been actively controlling mealybugs [...] have not only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable [...] healthier, higher-quality fruits while minimizing environmental impact. The future of sustainable agriculture Balbino's journey reflects a broader shift toward

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  so much strain on the safety of the employees, on the crops, and on the local environment. It has never been a favourite activity of mine. Biological plant [...] proportion of the growing plants. In the end, everything more or less turned out fine – the plants in 12 cm pots were sold in 14 cm pots in the summer, and [...] makes this type of plant protection complex. The plants in the propagation phase enter the processing hall every nine weeks. During the nine week period

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 17, 2025

  backbone of protocols tackling invasive pests like Thrips parvispinus and Scirtothrips in peppers. The power of mites and the role of research Why predatory [...] increasingly effective defence against pests - without the downsides of chemicals. The influence of the Spanish research department in Almería and Águilas [...] a pivotal role in shaping the course of biological control in Spain. The Swirskii breakthrough that changed everything One of his earliest and most impactful

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  cleaner product Reduced use of chemicals also means reduced residues on the product. There are legal rules governing the amount of pesticide residues that [...] a step further than the legal requirements. They might set a requirement of much lower levels, for example, or limit the types of residues permitted. [...] crops. The damage caused by chemical plant protection is often underestimated. However, the fact is that some active ingredients - and certainly the excipients

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

  April 16, 2025

  ensuring the quality of the predatory mites that Koppert produces and imports. Her work involves verifying the quantity, activity, and capability of these [...] worldwide distribution, every step of the process is carried out with rigorous standards. Bertha highlights the importance of the cold chain during transportation [...] designed to maintain the viability of these beneficial organisms until their release in the field. Science and experience as the keys to success Bertha's

• Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

  Phalaenopsis orchids as its flagship product. As one of the first adopters of the Airobreez, the company has benefited from this advanced application device [...] across the greenhouse is exceptional, ensuring optimal distribution of the biocontrol products." Thanks to its innovative double duct system, the Airobreez [...] “The Airobreez has transformed our approach to biological crop protection ," says Tim from Labeau in the Netherlands. "Our greenhouse layout and equipment