• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 14, 2024

  heatwaves. 4) Consider your compatible sprays There may come a time when you need to do a knockdown spray. Review your options ahead of time, and consider [...] (Anagyrus), choose plants that provide nectar, such as buckwheat or yarrow. 6) Practice patience It can take a few years for beneficial insect populations to [...] vineyard? A viable alternative to chemical pesticides: Koppert’s natural enemies effectively control pests in outdoor crops Caterpillars: a growth explosion

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 24, 2024

  Almería, Spain, forced a shift from conventional to biological crop protection methods. “Growers urgently needed a solution to a difficult-to-control thrips [...] spread rapidly,” says Peter. “We see it as our responsibility to find solutions to those challenges as quickly as possible to help prevent and limit crop [...] we were to search for a new natural enemy for each new challenge. That speed can mean the difference between a successful and a disastrous growing season

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  Almería, Spain, forced a shift from conventional to biological crop protection methods. “Growers urgently needed a solution to a difficult-to-control thrips [...] spread rapidly,” says Peter. “We see it as our responsibility to find solutions to those challenges as quickly as possible to help prevent and limit crop [...] we were to search for a new natural enemy for each new challenge. That speed can mean the difference between a successful and a disastrous growing season

• Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops

  February 3, 2023

  Spider mite is a global problem, but there is a solution – its natural enemy, the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is used globally in a wide range of [...] ytoseiulus persimilis is a strong predatory mite that can thrive in multiple conditions. This means that you can use Spidex in a wide variety of crops, including [...] bugs and gall midges are the natural enemy of choice. As Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is always a complete system, it may be sensible to combine Spidex

• At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly

  August 18, 2020

  nests or ‘hot spots’, predatory beetles act as a sort of fire extinguisher, eroding as much of the infestation as possible. If the mature beetles feel that [...] pests. They roam 24 hours a day, consuming 90% to 95% of the eggs and larvae. Predatory mites are often used preventively, before a pest is known to be present [...] present. Many growers use them year-round, a little like a ‘standing army’ designed to combat the whitefly. Predatory mites survive by eating other pests

• GreenGuard by Dümmen Orange: For A Sustainable Chain

  November 6, 2018

  suppliers use as few chemicals as possible on the flowers and plants that they deliver. This shift inspired Dümmen Orange to set a brand-new course just a few years [...] markets Dümmen Orange has a total of 20 branches, 7,700 employees, and a turnover of 355 million euros (about $405 million), making them a giant in the global [...] ambition to be a leader in the modernization of cultivation and markets, the company made sustainability a key focus area in its business operations a few years

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  April 9, 2019

  this application is aimed at catching as many pests as possible. Fungi and bacteria Recognizing fungi and bacteria is a more difficult exercise. Some common [...] insects such as thrips and whitefly are often first seen on the sticky trap. By counting regularly and keeping track of the results, you can maintain a good picture [...] can use these traps to monitor whether a particular insect is present, and some types of pheromone traps can play a role in pest control. The use of attractants

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  using beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial building block for the [...] witnessed a boost in confidence in the ecosystem of his hop farm. These natural enemies contribute to more balanced and targeted pest management, with a specific [...] beneficial insects in crop protection. As he navigates challenges and celebrates successes, his story stands as an inspiring testament to the evolving

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  August 5, 2025

  further optimizations that will support growers even better. Unique expertise as a distinguishing factor What sets Koppert apart is its deep-rooted expertise [...] Innovation in biological crop protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better [...] but is considered one of the most difficult species to produce. Thanks to a combination of in-depth knowledge, technical breakthroughs, and strategic

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  November 8, 2024

  fruit crops such as strawberry, raspberry and blackberry, as well as cutflowers and pot plants. ‘The predatory mite can also be introduced in a variety of [...] of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol agent is effective to a larger or lesser [...] conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirski-Mite is viewed by the market: as a natural