• From Grower To Biological Pest Control Expert

  May 25, 2026

  made the transition from grower to biological pest control expert. He shares the interesting origins of the beneficial industry, including the significance [...] plant. He also delves into the role of Swirski-Mite in building the company to what it is today, and Koppert’s strength in nematodes and predatory mites [...] Consultant Team Manager for Koppert US, as the featured industry expert in their Season 4, Episode 4 broadcast. The episode aired on May 14, 2026 and is available

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  standard. How Trianum works Trianum contains the hybrid T-22 strain of the beneficial fungus Trichoderma harzianum . Following application, the fungus grows very [...] along the roots, protecting the plant through four mechanisms. Competition for space Trianum rapidly forms a physical barrier along the surface of the roots [...] deactivating them in the process. Strengthening the plant. Trianum promotes a healthier root system with more root hairs, thus improving the uptake of water

• FytoFert S

  when not in use. Shake vigorously to re-suspend contents immediately prior to addition in water Recommended for you Nodokare: The New Standard in Biostimulants [...] Biostimulants Acadian™: The Gold Standard in Biostimulants PhylloKare™: The new standard in biostimulants BioSulfur-S: Healthier crops, effortless application

• Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars

  June 28, 2023

  are causing problems worldwide. In protected and open-field crops, caterpillars of the following butterflies and moths in particular drive growers to despair: [...] Paysandisia archon. The name of the butterfly or moth doesn’t always tell you everything about the species’ dietary preferences. For example, the cabbage moth [...] plant tissue. The most harmful caterpillars belong to the Noctuidae family (moths), which is also the largest butterfly family. Most moths in this family

• Broad mite

  General The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) occurs in the tropics and in greenhouses in temperate regions. The broad mite (Polyphagotarsonemus latus) [...] to the damage caused by viruses. The typical pattern of damage consists of malformation and distortion of the above-ground growth of the plant. The mites [...] possess four pairs. The last pair of legs in both males and females is different to the others and not used for walking. The larvae stay in their larval cuticle

• Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

  Wolterinck BV in Beltrum, the Netherlands, is a specialist in tree care and weed control and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies [...] witnessed the effect of Koppert’s nematode product Entonem on the oak processionary caterpillar. ‘We’ve been using nematodes for years. The product is [...] Nematodes are a better solution for urban areas.’ Wolterinck BV sprays the nematodes when the caterpillar egg casings begin to emerge. A second spraying may be

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  August 18, 2021

  minute than honeybees. Bumblebees work earlier in the morning and later into the evening hours. Bumblebees work better in tunnels, as they have a better sense [...] large amounts of pollen onto the bee. In most situations, “buzz-pollination” will allow a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically [...] rainy days, honeybees are less active at low light levels. Bumblebees will fly in winds of up to 40mph (64km/hr). Bumblebees pollinate flowers through a method

• Atheta

  Atheta coriaria are typically light to dark-brown – in many cases al- most black – in color. The adult beetle can be anywhere between 3-4 mm. long. They [...] back the top 1-2 cm. of the growing media. Adults are non-diapausing under greenhouse light conditions. Population will fluctuate throughout the growing [...] effective when introduced preventatively, prior to the establishment of pest populations. How does Atheta work? Atheta is a soil-dwelling species of rove beetle

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  human health. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the production of the predatory mite Phytoseiulus [...] Spider mites are among the most destructive pests in horticulture, damaging crops rapidly and thriving in hot, dry conditions. Their resistance to chemical [...] crops Tetranychus urticae ( Two-spotted spider mite ) is the most common species in greenhouse and open-field crops. These pests pierce plant cells, causing

• Encarsia formosa

  inside the whitefly nymphs, which are then consumed from the inside out by the developing larvae. The larvae feed on the internal tissues of the host, leading [...] brown in colour. The pupa of E. formosa is unique among the species of Encarsia , in that it is formed immediately beneath and in contact with the whitefly [...] Enermix ). Open package carefully inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during