• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  skin. The nematodes then release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes [...] leaf surface does not stop the nematodes. Depending on climatic conditions, nematodes survive on the leaf surface for many hours to several days. Correct [...] effective on foliage-feeding pests. A fact that offers growers many new opportunities the biological control of caterpillars . Our nematode products can be

• The Pest is Gone, but What Happened to the Good Guys?

  April 24, 2019

  favorite prey. In the case of predatory bugs used against whitefly , the difference can be as much as a factor of ten! To stimulate the development of predatory [...] essential, as the population would otherwise decline over time. The use of banker plants is also a proven method of maintaining the population. To better understand [...] but in most cases we've selected them not to do that. After all, they were ‘hired’ to work. Standing army The rapid disappearance of useful insects is sometimes

• Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell

  February 2, 2023

  Begins with Swirski If you decide to use Swirski-Mite to combat thrips and whitefly , it's important to ensure that the Amblyseius swirskii predatory mites [...] preferably on the same day. If you can't, store the product in a cool (10-15 °C), dry place for no more than one to two days. Use the swirskii predatory [...] predatory mites at the right time when the population size is still low. In principle, predatory mites work preventatively. Monitor the infestation level using

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  contact with the Koppert consultant using the Natutec Scout app as a tool. It allows us to take the measures we need to take quickly, based on the advice provided [...] how it works. ‘Scouting with the app is much faster thanks to the scanner’s digital image recognition and the link to the Koppert dashboard. You can very [...] an alarm bell – as soon as the level of infestation exceeds the threshold, it’s a signal to the grower that he needs to take action. This is how Barry

• Neoseiulus californicus

  persimilis in the complete absence of food, remaining in the crop to await the arrival of new prey. Life cycle of Neoseiulus californicus The developmental [...] before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Carefully sprinkle material on leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least [...] already have an exit hole Hold sachets by the cardboard strip at the top, to avoid damaging the predatory mites The dosage of Spical -Plus and Spical Ulti-Mite

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in top fruits

  Beneficial nematodes in Top Fruits Top Fruits Crop Apples / Pears When to apply Where to apply Targeted pest instar(s) Cydia pomonella Autumn/Spring Scaffold [...] nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or [...] researching new possibilities. Contact your local Koppert contact for more info. Always check label for full technical advice! 11-2022 Part of the IPM toolbox

• Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  July 20, 2020

  ornamental crops. However, if the crop continues to grow well after the infestation, the plants will at some point shed the damaged leaves. Grab your magnifying [...] able to see whether your strategy is effective or not. If it is, the affected areas won’t grow in size. You’ll still be able to see webs, but the spots [...] any spider mite eggs. The standard advice is to check the status twice a week. But of course, in acute situations, it can’t hurt to do more checks until

• Natural Enemies, Now a Division of Koppert Biological Systems, Inc.

  June 27, 2019

  Enemies name into one of the leaders in the industry. With the addition of the Koppert supply chain, our goal will be to take what they have developed and [...] cannabis market and the need to help educate cultivators on the effective use of BCA's (Biological Control Agents). Over the last four years the company blossomed [...] natural merger as the two companies both strongly believe in using biocontrol products to reduce chemicals. The two companies also share the ambition in providing

• Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To?

  June 5, 2019

  even when the natural enemies are working hard to contain the problem. So you may still see the adult whitefly happily flying around during the first days [...] getting used to. When using chemical products, you immediately see fewer pests and damage, but IPM requires some patience. The same applies to the use of S [...] are the fresh eggs and the youngest larvae; for thrips , the first and second larval stages. This means that you may still notice adult pests in the beginning

• Koppert Biological Systems Takes Over Horticoop’s Biological Crop Protection Activities

  October 2, 2018

  number of consultants, will make the transfer to Koppert to continue to offer their valuable services to their customers. At the beginning of 2018, Horticoop [...] Koppert after the transfer. With the expansion of the team of specialists, we draw even more knowledge into the company to further develop new and existing [...] markets.’ The shorter supply chain means the company will be even closer to the customer and his or her demands and challenges. These insights are the key to