• Time For A Tune Up

  February 27, 2026

  pesticides as well—and how those parts fit together to make a program work. They’re like a pit crew for a Formula One race car. Koppert’s professionals and regional [...] confronted most problems firsthand and built successful IPM programs for a wide range of growers. Among their most useful tools for production efficiency are [...] getting out of control, and any blind spots in the existing IPM program can be promptly found and remediated. Starting with an overview of the crop and

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  April 16, 2025

  recalls. A legacy of unmatched innovation Bertha's story reflects the spirit of Koppert: a pioneering company that was not only the first to introduce a predatory [...] Certainty for a sustainable future “ Nothing beats original ” is not just a slogan but a philosophy that lives in every detail of the work of people like [...] saw the effect of predatory mites on a crop, I was amazed. Seeing how a plant remained healthy and vigorous thanks to these tiny allies was a revealing experience

• Show Whitefly a Yellow Card

  July 16, 2018

  temperatures and help growers trap all types of flying pest insects. They give growers an early indication of the pests in their greenhouses and the opportunity [...] Horiver Wetstick Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything Horiver Rollertrap With summer temperatures up in the high 70s and high 90s [...] whitefly are thriving. That's why it's particularly important to show these pests a yellow card! Whitefly and many other insects stand no chance against Horiver

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  May 2, 2018

  tolerates a lower humidity and has the ability to feed on multiple pests such as thrips and cyclamen mite . If hotspots of spider mites occur there is a third [...] methods to care for their crops. Koppert Biological Systems offers a wide range of beneficial organisms allowing growers to capitalize on nature's innate [...] by Koppert provide growers the ability to produce a crop that has been treated with limited amounts of pesticides and is safe for both employees and prospective

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  Usually a bumblebee sting leads to a non-allergic , local reaction: swelling, itchiness and redness at the site of the sting. This may last for only a couple [...] shivers) Treating an allergic reaction In the event of a fever occurring or a Level 1 reaction, contact a medical provider. The medical provider may choose [...] e into the thigh in the case of a sting. Tests and treatments are available; contact your medical provider for a list of specific locations. Information

• How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’?

  September 20, 2021

  traps. In short, a busy, striped insect is probably setosus. If you find a slow, striped insect at the bottom of the crop, there is a good chance you have [...] determining the exact identity of the intruder. Because specific knowledge and expertise is a must, only an expert can provide a definitive answer. Nevertheless [...] help you get started with a few rules of thumb. Echinothrips americanus is the easiest to identify: these thrips have black and orange stripes on the abdomen

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  Thrips is Always a Puzzle Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly! How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’? Keep a Close Eye on Thrips All species of thrips employ [...] usually command a lower price due to their less attractive appearance. A general side effect of thrips infestation is reduced vigor of the crop. But that's [...] against the attackers. All this costs a lot of energy, which comes at the expense of the yield. Compare it to a developing flu virus in your own body:

• A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

  pesticides has driven a shift toward Integrated Pest Management (IPM), focusing on biological solutions. These pests favor a variety of crops such as tomatoes [...] ion: Adult females have a black head and yellow abdomen, while males, rarely observed, are slightly larger and entirely black with clear wings. Parasitism: [...] necessitating a strategic, multi-pronged approach for effective control. Predatory mites , parasitic wasps , beneficial microorganisms and the use of sticky traps

• Trianum is a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  soil-borne diseases in a targeted way but has also proven to be an effective plant growth promotor. As a result, Trianum promotes a stronger and more resilient [...] easily available for the crop. As a result, the roots and the parts of the plant above ground develop better, resulting in a stronger and more vital crop. [...] advantages of Trianum Fusarium opens the door to other diseases and pests Botrytis problems often have company Ten facts about Fusarium Trianum is a crucial

• The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  April 5, 2019

  for you as a grower, for your employees, and for the sales chain. There’s a whole array of benefits! Benefits for you as a grower: IPM is a widespread [...] contributes to a better image of foodstuffs and ornamental plants, in turn benefiting the overall image of the retail sector. "The How and Why of IPM" Article [...] effective way of tackling pests and diseases in an environmentally friendly way. There is no risk of resistance development. The risk of exceeding government