• The How and Why of IPM

  April 4, 2019

  the natural enemies are of crucial importance. There's actually a kind of triangular relationship, and each of the three sides of the triangle must receive [...] same amount of attention: You strengthen and protect the crop. You tackle diseases and pests. You strengthen and protect the population of natural enemies [...] Parts of a Successful IPM System Monitoring Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a term we see everywhere today. But what does it mean, exactly? And how

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 25, 2022

  this pest is, therefore, an important focal point in the field of biological control. Koppert has developed a whole range of products to help you tackle [...] without causing other issues. For example, the simultaneous use of different species of predatory mites is not a good idea. Also, if chemicals are necessary [...] peppers and aubergines, the preventative introduction of the predatory bug Orius is an important basis in the fight against thrips. But beware: this predatory

• Global awareness of food loss and waste reduction

  September 29, 2021

  Working at Koppert Koppert Foundation Contact The first UN International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste will be held on 29 September, recognizing [...] all part of the problem as well as part of the solution when it comes to food waste. Working at Koppert gives us the opportunity to be part of the solution [...] the consumption level. In the case of fruits and vegetables, more than 20% is lost. At Koppert, we are well aware of these losses and play an increasingly

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  process and efficacy." Proof of predation The characteristic orange/red color of Spidex mites is caused by pigments that are part of spider mites . Spidex Vital [...] followed by the launch in week 13 for the rest of our customers worldwide. Spidex Vital gives better control of spider mite hotspots by building populations [...] population of Phytoseiulus persimilis that gives infested plants the best start for fighting hotspots. Spidex Vital includes several phases of mite development

• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  In the Municipality of Venray a third of the tree stock in the area, some 11,000 trees, is oak. ‘We’ve been using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem as [...] ’ explains Joep van Bergeijk, coordinator of oak processionary caterpillar management for the Municipality of Venray. ‘We use nematodes at locations in [...] outlying areas where there might be protected species of butterfly and moth. The major benefit of Entonem is that nematodes kill fewer other caterpillars

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

  July 17, 2024

  with the introduction of the first predatory mite for biological control’, says Koppert CEO René Koppert. ‘Our growing range of predatory mite products [...] safe transportation and optimal application of our predatory mite products worldwide. The quality and vitality of our mites have never been better.’ Continuous [...] Koppert to step into the shoes of our founder, but our mission remains unchanged, and that is to work towards the better health of people and the planet; to

• Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops

  February 3, 2023

  about spider mites Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite Spider mite is a global [...] shrubs, field beans, soft fruit, and woody fruit crops. Citrus is an important area of application. We are constantly on the lookout for new techniques for [...] recently been spread by drone over the vast strawberry fields of California. Hairs limit the speed of movement Unfortunately, all that glitters is not gold, and

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  facilitates the rapid identification of trends and shifts in pest and disease development. Of particular note is the utilization of the 'Heatmap' feature, wherein [...] The time of endless Excel sheets with rows full of scout data about disease and pest pressure is over for good at Scheurs in De Kwakel since they switched [...] Schreurs, explains: “Scouting is very important within this cultivation. This is why we not only conduct a weekly count of all sticky traps but also engage

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

  August 5, 2025

  entire process, from the type and quantity of feed to the composition of the rearing medium and the design of new production lines. After implementing these [...] expertise in the production of natural enemies, built up since its foundation in 1967. “Those years of experience form the basis of everything we do,” says [...] crop protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better known under the product

• IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future

  April 18, 2019

  and the development of new chemicals is slowing to a crawl. The result? A shrinking range of chemical control options! The effect of chemical plant protection [...] impact on people and the environment. IPM combines the use of natural enemies with minimal use of chemicals. Biological if possible, chemical if necessary [...] keeps everyone happy and is an answer to the challenges of the future! Learn More about the Benefits of IPM