• Koppert celebrates 50th anniversary

  January 8, 2018

  cultivation. These organisms enhance the resilience of crops and enrich the biodiversity and nutrient content of the soil. The company sees this as a huge growth [...] also improve the health and nutrient levels of the soil, allowing growers to drastically reduce their use of artificial fertilizer. This is an important factor [...] Koppert announced the start of the anniversary year at the headquarters in Berkel en Rodenrijs during a celebratory gathering with employees. The anniversary

• Sciarid flies

  well-watered are particularly at risk. Life cycle and appearance of Sciarid flies The life cycle of sciarid flies has the following stages: egg, four larval [...] damage is the immediate result of larvae feeding on the roots. The larvae feed mainly on decaying plant material and on algae and fungi present in the soil [...] General Sciarid flies constitute the family of Sciaridae. The species that cause most damage to crops belong to the genera Bradysia and Lycoriella . Lycoriella

• Nature's Perfect Pollinator

  Rearing the Best: The Process Behind Our Hives The natural life cycle of the bumblebee is replicated under laboratory conditions at our production facility [...] certify that all of our tests and facilities meet the highest quality standards. For over 35 years, Koppert has been at the forefront of bumblebee hive [...] hives per year to clients around the globe. This extensive output positions us as the largest producer of pollinators in the world. Our well-established operations

• About bumblebees

  much less aggressive than honeybees Production of bumblebees The natural life cycle of the bumblebee is copied under laboratory conditions at our production [...] this way, we provide the best conditions that are needed to ensure maximum availability of high quality bumblebee colonies. Life cycle of bumblebees In nature [...] for the brood as well as perform maintenance jobs on the nest. As the nest continues to develop, the queen will not leave it. She will be inside the nest

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• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  September 15, 2025

  mite is showing exceptional promise: Limonica . Why Limonica? Limonica ( Amblydromalus limonicus ) is a predatory mite that feeds on a wide range of pests [...] that range. That said, it’s important to keep in mind that the hatching rate of Limonica eggs is low in hot, dry conditions or when humidity drops below 65% [...] strategies is more urgent than ever. Limonica stands out as a highly performing predatory mite, capable of targeting multiple thrips species and life stages

• Protect Crops Against Redheaded Flea Beetle

  February 1, 2025

  that stage is too late. For the best treatment options the key is to target beetles at the vulnerable larval phase, when there are high numbers of them down [...] down in the potting mixture. Capsanem and Isarid ™ from Koppert are proven to be an effective one-two punch to break the life cycle before an infestation [...] for nursery growers to stay ahead of the game. Even though most applications happen in May or June, February is the right time to start planning to ward

• Hemp russet mite

  upward curling of leaf edges. Life cycle and appearance of Hemp russet mite All life stages of the hemp russet mite are extremely small and difficult to observe [...] segmented. The body appears to be divided into two parts: the head with the mouthparts, and the rest of the body. All mobile stages have only two pairs of legs [...] sucking out the contents of plant cells. Hemp russet mite develops on the stems and petioles of the hemp plant and can cause stunting. When populations are

• World Soil Day – Soils, where food begins

  December 5, 2022

  Every year, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance [...] year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout the world, soil nutrient loss is a major degradation process threatening nutrition. It is recognized [...] biological pest management Adding organic matter to the soil instead of artificial fertilizers is the only way to protect our future, help plants to become

• Tomato russet mite

  population growth is most rapid and affected leaves dry out quickly. The damage is first seen on the lower part of the plant and moves upwards as the mites ascend [...] segmented. The body appears to be divided into two parts: the head with the mouthparts, and the rest of the body. All mobile stages have only two pairs of legs [...] ascend. Life cycle and appearance of tomato russet mite All life stages of the tomato russet mite are extremely small and difficult to observe. They are elongated