• Ten tips to effectively tackle whitefly

  March 6, 2023

  If you opt for pesticides, ensure they are safe for use with biological control. Koppert has developed an app to help you with this – the side effects [...] important to combat this pest as quickly as possible. However, effective biological control starts with understanding the pest you have to deal with and the [...] , lifespans, and distribution throughout the plant differ. Know which biological control to use and when. In addition to damage by feeding on crops, whitefly

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  April 16, 2025

  recalls Kris de Smet, Commercial Director Koppert Spain at that time. “ Chemicals, people said that biological control was only for the high-tech greenhouses [...] greenhouses in the north of Europe. Not for us. ” But things changed. And Koppert was at the heart of that transformation. Nowadays Kris is Business Unit Manager [...] Manager Region South Europe MEA. Kris adds: ‘ I am so proud that Koppert still leads the way and provides growers with secure supply, superior quality,

• Dibox

  When to use Dibox Use a Dibox for the application of biological products when it is necessary to apply close to a hotspot. This mainly counts for parasitic

• Beneficial nematodes for bean seed fly control

  affect plants, entomopathogenic nematodes play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Meet Frank Keijzer, the owner of a 57-hectare organic [...] which multiply and cause septicemia, ultimately killing the larva. This biological control method helps reduce the population of bean seed fly larvae in

• Orius insidiosus

  Releases should be repeated once or twice. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your [...] control Orius insidiosus is a small but highly effective predatory bug for biological pest control of thrips . This beneficial insect has been widely utilized

• How beneficial nematodes control onion fly

  combat this threat, growers are using beneficial nematodes as a crucial biological control solution. Michiel Bouma, an onion grower in Rutten (NL), is one [...] Effective control with Capirel After Michiel witnessed the success of biological control with beneficial nematodes , he is convinced it was crucial in

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 25, 2022

  pest is, therefore, an important focal point in the field of biological control. Koppert has developed a whole range of products to help you tackle thrips [...] idea. Also, if chemicals are necessary, be sure to tailor them to the biological control methods you are using. If you don't, you risk disrupting the natural [...] controlling thrips in your crop? Don't hesitate to get in touch with your Koppert consultant !

• Podcast with Tech OnDemand: Bill Calkins interviews Jeremy Webber, National Ornamental Team Manager

  December 18, 2024

  in-2024-part-one-ft-koppert-s-jeremy-webber/ Part II : https://techondemand.podbean.com/e/biosolutions-in-2024-part-two-ft-koppert-s-jeremy-webber/ APPLE [...] e-ft-kopperts-jeremy-webber/id1523055762?i=1000661709826 Part II: https://podcasts.apple.com/ie/podcast/biosolutions-in-2024-part-two-ft-kopperts-jere [...] Demand from GrowerTalks Magazine featuring a special guest, Jeremy Webber, Koppert's National Ornamental Team Manager. Jeremy sat down with host, Bill Calkins

• Thripex with More Punch - Now Available in Bulk

  January 8, 2019

  What is Thripex Plus? Combat Thrips Infesations with Thripex A trusted biological solution for thrips infestations, Thripex , now offers even better protection [...] ‘In response to this demand for more predatory mites per square metre, Koppert now has a product with a higher concentration of predatory mites in a greater [...] to transport all along the supply chain.’ Thripex has been an important biological solution for thrips control for many years and is used effectively in

• Chrysoperla carnea

  harmful to plants. In agriculture, Chrysoperla carnea i s employed as a biological control agent to manage pest populations. The larvae of green lacewings [...] Mealybugs Caterpillars The natural enemy Chrysoperla carnea is available at Koppert as Chrysopa and Chrysopa-E . Best conditions for use of Chrysoperla carnea [...] often ignored because they stand on stalks. Adults make no contribution to biological control. They feed exclusively on pollen, nectar and honeydew and most