• Insight to the Production of Nematodes

  September 12, 2019

  grown in a laboratory flask, then they are placed in a scale-up bioreactor, and finally scaled-up to a production bioreactor. After each and every step [...] Heroes”. They are bred for the biological control of a host of horticultural and orchard pests by Koppert, a leader in biological control. More than 30 years [...] experience has gone into the selection, breeding, and quality control of a specific range of these entomopathogenic or predatory nematodes. These nematodes help

• Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

  to combat a significant variety of pests in a wide range of temperatures, such as the pupae and larvae of thrips, the larvae of vine weevils and several [...] pest insects and Koppert produces specific strains of Steinernema feltiae, Steinernema carpocapsae and Heterorhabditis bacteriophora (and other species/strains [...] feeding soon after being infested, and dies within a few days. The nematodes that emerge then start their search for a new host. Part of the IPM toolbox

• Protect Crops Against Redheaded Flea Beetle

  January 16, 2025

  hole damage in perennial and shrub foliage that ruins the retail value of high end crops. Beetles come in waves so as soon as just a few adults show up you [...] you know you’re going to get a lot more—and soon. Adult beetles have stronger resistance so letting them reach that stage is too late. For the best treatment [...] Capsanem and Isarid ™ from Koppert are proven to be an effective one-two punch to break the life cycle before an infestation can occur. Capsanem is a nematode

• Phil Gerry Featured On Fall IPM Podcast

  July 7, 2025

  large nurseries and greenhouses in the Northeast and Northwest before joining Koppert in 2021, and brings a wealth of practical knowledge and creative strategies [...] Podcast episode: A Biological Approach to Fall IPM . Phil is a Technical Sales Consultant for the Northeast Region, covering six states. He was a lead grower [...] pests in garden mum and poinsettia production. In the episode, host Bill Calkins and Phil discuss the spring production season and then focus on IPM for

• Protected vegetables

  fungi, and other natural components, to suppress or prevent fungal plant diseases. Scouting and monitoring for pests and diseases Scouting and monitoring [...] cultivation, IPM plays a pivotal role in ensuring both crop health and environmental sustainability. Understanding IPM IPM is a holistic and proactive strategy [...] crop health and ensuring a successful harvest. Disease management involves a combination of preventive measures, cultural practices, and, when necessary

• Cucumber

  mites and other pest mites , thrips , and whiteflies , which can swiftly devastate entire fields if left unchecked. Concurrently, bacterial and fungal [...] applications, growers can maintain a balance between pest control and environmental sustainability while safeguarding the health and yield of their cucumber crops [...] huidobrensis ), and American serpentine leaf miner ( Liriomyza trifolii ) standing out as significant pests. These pests exhibit a unique and damaging behavior

• Designed with growers in mind

  February 22, 2023

  more than a refresh. We've developed a recognizable look and feel across the entire product portfolio. It reflects our connectivity with nature and the high [...] scanning and traceability throughout the logistics chain. For example, the datamatrix 2D barcode identifies the specific batch of a product. A QR code helps [...] introducing our new product branding and packaging. Starting with our beneficial insects and predatory mites , and followed by additional product ranges

• New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits

  March 21, 2019

  join the distributors Vos Capelle and Klep Etten-Leur and four growers’ locations, including Rene’s, to search for a more effective way of tackling the [...] keep aphids at a noticeably lower level. Releasing the predator took little effort: it is only necessary to set out five pots per hectare per week. This was [...] aphids at a low level and Ervipar is needed afterwards to clear them up.’ The situation was less complex at the three other participating companies and comparable

• Koppert Collaborates with Valto to Control Harmful Tomato Virus

  October 10, 2018

  globally through a network of 27 subsidiaries and distributors in more than 100 countries, family-owned Valto has a specialized range of products and will benefit [...] Mosaic Virus (VX1 and VC1) and provides twofold protection against various damaging symptoms of the PepMV EU, PepMV LP and PetMV CH2. V10 also suppresses [...] Virus is very changeable and causes damaging symptoms such as leaf or stem necrosis and fruit discoloration, fruit size reduction and cracking. Transmission

• Koppert At Cultivate 2026

  June 1, 2026

  visiting the Koppert booth, and have a look at the newest additions to our fertilizer and biostimulant lineup, too. Biosulfur-S is a biologically derived sulfur [...] coverage, and enhanced crop vitality. Its hydrophilic nature and smaller particle size delivers consistent performance across a wide range of crops, and the [...] about IPM, bio programs, or Koppert’s product line. They’re happy to share their expertise. Let’s talk Limonica and prep for fall and winter IPM! This is the