• Prevent internal spider mite contamination

  December 13, 2022

  contaminates another, an older crop contaminates a new crop, and so on. Not to worry – there are several ways to minimize the internal contamination risks. Spider [...] material to another department or field. Do not compost contaminated material. The composting process will not kill all eggs and mites. Change your clothes [...] More about spider mite control Ten facts about spider mites Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital Properly scouting for spider mite helps

• Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops

  February 3, 2023

  problem, but there is a solution – its natural enemy, the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is used globally in a wide range of food and ornamental [...] ornamental crops. Spidex is a biological control product based on the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis . It is nothing new, having first been introduced in [...] spider mites Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite Spider mite is a global problem

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  well remains strong and productive. A cleaner product Reduced use of chemicals also means reduced residues on the product. There are legal rules governing [...] advantages: advanced investments result in higher productivity and better-quality crops. The damage caused by chemical plant protection is often underestimated [...] predatory mite tackles not only thrips but several other unwanted insects and mites simultaneously. If released preventatively, Swirskii is already in the starting

• Earth Day 2022: Koppert’s ongoing investment in the planet

  December 18, 2020

  for sustainable and productive cultivation worldwide. Our ultimate goal is 100% sustainable horticulture and agriculture. It is the only responsible way [...] ‘Invest in your planet’, is this year’s international Earth Day theme and we can confirm that this is exactly what we have been doing at Koppert for the [...] help the planet.‘Invest in your planet’, is this year’s international Earth Day theme and we can confirm that this is exactly what we have been doing at Koppert

• Ten facts about spider mites

  November 19, 2021

  you should pay close attention to warm spots where there is little wind. The variation is great – there are more than 1200 species of spider mite. Some have [...] Mite Biocontrol for Spider Mites Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital The How and Why of IPM Knowledge is critical to ensuring good biological [...] following is an overview of the key facts about the spider mite. Is a spider mite an insect? Nothing could be farther from the truth! It is a tiny spider

• The cost-saving potential of biological crop protection for your IPM strategy

  February 20, 2025

  e management strategies, to estimate costs and benefits. In some studies, value is defined as the savings achieved by not utilizing other pest and disease [...] new chemical products, which further enhances cost savings. Increased crop yields and quality Effective pest and disease management is not solely about [...] reduced chemical usage One of biocontrol's most immediate cost-saving benefits is reducing chemical pesticide use. By integrating biocontrol agents early in

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  Contact your Koppert consultant for crop-specific advice. Not only the detection of larvae is reason for a 'thrips alarm'; you also need to be alert to [...] in monitoring the development of infestations. Regular scouting in the crop is also essential as it allows you to trace the larvae. This increases the chance [...] monitored very well with the aid of sticky traps. If the number of thrips caught is increasing, it's time for extra action! Sticky traps lure adult thrips Keep

• A dive into organic hop farming and biological crop protection

  steers his hop farm towards organic production, setbacks have been inevitable. However, amidst the challenges, there have been significant successes. Lukas [...] the experiences gained from using beneficial insects mark a significant advancement in the toolkit for organic farming. He envisions this approach as a crucial

• Combating food loss and waste: Taking action to transform food systems

  September 28, 2023

  contributor to this crisis. The FAO estimates that up to 40 percent of global crop production is annually lost to pests, with plant diseases costing the global [...] (FAO, 2023). While food is lost or wasted within every part of the chain, the harm inflicted by pests and diseases upon crops is a significant contributor [...] Biological crop protection : We champion using biological crop protection products and beneficial microorganisms to naturally control pests. This approach

• Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under control?

  March 3, 2023

  humidity is also important, as the spider mite like dry conditions. The spider mite lays more eggs when air humidity is low, so development is faster. [...] plant protection products do work against insects but leave mites untouched. This impacts the biological balance in the crop. Finally, there is a difference [...] mites , which are the basis for the products Spidex or Spical , multiply even more quickly than the spider mite, which is, of course, beneficial. As a grower