• Aphidend

  at weekly intervals until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy [...] directly on the soil or rockwool slabs or hang it in-between the plants Do not scatter the contents Once emerged, the adult gall-midges will leave the bottle [...] significantly at higher temperatures. As gall-midges are active at night, it is crucial to keep the night temperature above 12°C/61°F, to ensure optimal

• Aphilin

  Application Release mummies near infested plants, because Aphelinus abdominalis is not very mobile Spread material on rock wool slabs or in application boxes ( [...] times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Environmental conditions [...] after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F. Storage

• Natutec Mini-Airbug

  The Mini-Airbug is also available for use on trolleys and is then delivered with a converter Volume of dosing pot/drum 1.5 litres. Range 2-3 metres (depending [...] this material up to a distance of at least 2 metres from the Mini-Airbug. Product components The Mini-Airbug consists of the following components: Blowing [...] (depending on product/carrier material). Downloads Natutec Portfolio - the right system for you Application Adjust the size of the holes in the dosing pot to

• Thripex-Mini

  please follow the instructions below. Koppert B.V. is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or under [...] Thripex and it is recommended to carry out a small field test to monitor the effects. Best working conditions The predatory mite is not susceptible to [...] sachet on moist substrate, will have a positive effect on the longevity of product Hold sachets by the stick. The predatory mites are easily damaged Please

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 17, 2025

  sparked Koppert’s early breakthroughs decades earlier. They didn’t stop there. In citrus cultivation, they replaced chemical controls of two spotted spider [...] and Scirtothrips in peppers. The power of mites and the role of research Why predatory mites ? The answer lies in their effectiveness, adaptability, and [...] integrated pest management (IPM) strategies in the region. Behind these successes is a solid foundation of research. From lab screenings to experimental greenhouses

• Natutec Airobug

  material up to a distance of at least 10 metres from the Airobug. Product components The Airobug is available for mono-rail or pipe-rail and consists of the following [...] lift to attach the blowing device onto the rail Volume of dosing pot/drum 3 litres and 5 litres (double/both sides). Range 10 metres (5 metres on both [...] the right start position on the mono-rail or pipe-rail Make sure the battery is fully charged Calculate the time required for the Airobug to go back and forth

• Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

  June 30, 2023

  species shed four or five times before pupation. Phase 3: From caterpillar to pupa When a caterpillar is fully grown, it stops eating and looks for a suitable [...] caterpillar, as it’s shorter and takes on a streamlined appearance. The skin is wrinkled at the beginning but splits over time and reveals the shiny cuticle [...] into a butterfly. Phase 4: from pupa to moth or butterfly When the butterfly is fully developed, it emerges from the pupa. The butterfly first looks for a

• Tropicals

  tropical climate. Tropical plant is a typical north American term, whereas in other countries this group of plants is often referred to as ‘Green Potted [...] agriculture. For this reason most commercial produced tropical plants are grown is southern states. Tropical plants require consistently warmer temperatures [...] plants. Contrary to what most people expect, many of the tropical plants do not do well in direct sunlight and should be located in shadier environments.

• Ervipar

  on rock wool slabs or in Diboxes Make sure the material remains dry and is not moved from its introduction site for at least a few days Dosage The dosage [...] the period when aphid infestation is expected. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy [...] Environmental conditions Most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). Not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Combined use Can be used in combination

• Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

  ‘In the past, the product was not fully compatible with a Dosatron. But since Koppert changed the formulation, it works perfectly.’ It is important to apply [...] it to tackle fungus gnats ( sciarid flies ) and thrips pupae. ‘It is a good product that we apply to the crops using a Dosatron,’ explains Rogier Veldhuijs [...] In the interim, the crop is treated with a bacterial preparation. Internal cultivation adviser Jan Mulder explains, ‘It is essential that we do something