• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  thrips larvae. Neoseiulus cucumeris is a valuable solution in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies, where it acts as a natural enemy to help control thrips [...] Release should be repeated after 4 weeks if the pest is not controlled. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] controlling thrips is mainly dependent on the size of the prey larvae. Thrips larvae try to defend themselves against an attack by a predatory mite by violently

• Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM!

  November 30, 2023

  well ! This gives you a few key advantages, the first of which will be a significant reduction in freight cost. While it's not a linear decrease, we've [...] hand. Entomite-M is a key component in IPM programs around the world for Fungus Gnat ( Bradysia spp ) control, as well as for Western Flower Thrips ( Frankliniella [...] they leave a bit to be desired in terms of longevity in the growing media and require reapplication on a weekly basis for best results. This is where Entomite-M

• Got Mealybugs? Here’s The Solution.

  July 17, 2025

  they become a problem as soon as the weather starts to warm up in spring. To make matters worse, these pests have a waxy coating that’s like a suit of armor [...] get too close. There is no such thing as a harmless mealybug—it’s important to keep pressure on the stragglers. You’ll know Isarid ™ is working when you spot [...] crops respond by dropping their flowers. Mealybugs are pests for all seasons. In the South, where winters are warm, they are a year-long problem. In the North

• V10

  directed by the EPA‑approved label. Application V10 is applied once per crop cycle to young tomato plants as a preventive treatment, in accordance with the [...] label directions. Timing Apply V10 early in the crop cycle, prior to flowering and before exposure to Pepino mosaic virus , in accordance with the EP

• Amblyseius andersoni

  Amblyseius andersoni is a species of predatory mite and is used for biological pest control in horticulture and agriculture. These predatory mites are [...] Amblyseius andersoni is not recommended as it is hindered by the glandular hairs on the stems and leaves and does not build up a population. Amblyseius [...] predatory mite Amblyseius andersoni is available in a bucket ( Anso-Mite ). Mix carefully by turning around the bucket a few times Carefully sprinkle on the

• Windset Farms® Partners with Koppert to Showcase Sustainable Pest Management Practices

  September 4, 2025

  pollinate tomato flowers, ensuring consistent fruit development. The Role of Predatory Mites in Pepper Crops: Introducing Phytoseiulus persimilis , a beneficial [...] Parasitic Wasps in Cucumber Crops: Highlighting Aphidius colemani , a parasitic wasp with a unique and effective way of controlling aphids . By blending st [...] Delta, Canada - September 10th, 2025 As interest in how food is grown continues to rise, WINDSET FARMS® has partnered with Koppert Biological Systems to

• Optimum Conditions for Bumblebees

  April 5, 2019

  the Natupol system. Assimilation lamps emit a lot of red light; a color that bumblebees cannot see. If there is little natural light, they are reliant on [...] closing automatically. Flowers Koppert developed Natupol Excel for crops with lots of flowers (such as cherry tomatoes) that require a higher growing temperature [...] hives are equipped with all kinds of innovations. Horticulture is changing, and the system is changing with it. Amongst other aspects, the increase in the

• Operation Mealybug

  June 25, 2018

  thrives from a minimum temperature of 16°C and is at its most effective at temperatures between 25° - 28°C/77° - 82.4°F. Cryptobug-L is a powerful biological [...] Cryptobug-L Mealybug Control Mealybugs Don't Stand a Chance Powerful weapons are needed to deal with a mealybug infestation. Introducing the new heroes in [...] Cryptobug is the best weapon on the market for the effective biological control of mealybugs . Operation Mealybug has begun! Mealybugs are a feared enemy

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  by experts and exhibitors. IFTF The IFTF is the world's most important trade exhibition for international flower growers and buyers and has attracted exhibitors [...] Koppert stand this year features an Innovation Quarter spotlighting a 'crown jewel' – a revolutionary product that dramatically improves biological spider [...] there will also be an International Floriculture Forum. The forum will host a range of high-level speakers who have been invited to share their views on

• Garden chafer

  General The garden chafer ( Phyllopertha horticola ) is a beetle from the Scarabaeidae family. It does most of its damage in the larval stage when it feeds [...] round bites out of the leaves, starting from the edge. This damage is usually not a problem in vegetables and fruit crops but reduces the value of ornamental [...] larval instars, a pupal instar and the adult beetle. Adult garden chafers ( Phyllopertha horticola ) have red-brown slightly hairy wings with a dark edge. The