• Spider Mite Control: The Essential Guide

  May 22, 2024

  they can destroy plants very rapidly. Additionally, the widespread use of chemical control agents has resulted in the spider mite developing resistance to [...] ns, enabling growers to safely control spider mites without the use of chemical pesticides. In 1967, Koppert released the first predatory mite, Phytoseiulus [...] items Get in touch with an expert Beneficial insects are susceptible to chemical treatments and varying environmental and biological conditions. Contact

• Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

  March 2, 2026

  February 2026 issue of GrowerTalks. It’s an insightful take on the bio vs chemical pesticide dynamic. Titled Bios To The Rescue , the piece presents a handful [...] bios to clean up nightmare pest scenarios without having to dip into your chemical locker. In the article, Jeremy refutes the often heard statement: “Bios [...] interesting twist, he shares the main reason BCA consultants recommend chemical pesticides for spider mite knockdown. Jeremy Webber is an IPM expert and

• Koppert One

  October 1, 2024

  data within this database serves as a valuable reference for integrating chemical pesticides with biological crop protection and natural pollination practices [...] Access a detailed database to make informed decisions about integrating chemical pesticides with biological crop protection and natural pollination practices

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  January 1, 1970

  successful IPM programs, supporting productivity, healthier crops and reducing chemical input. Key benefits of using predatory mites Targeted action: they target [...] other natural enemies or pollinators. No resistance development: unlike chemical pesticides, pests do not develop resistance to natural predators. No residue: [...] standards. Compatibility: easily combined with other biological and soft chemical tools in an IPM program. Koppert: expert in predatory mite solutions Koppert

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

  February 20, 2025

  Cost savings through reduced chemical usage One of biocontrol's most immediate cost-saving benefits is reducing chemical pesticide use. By integrating [...] experience less pest pressure and need fewer chemical pesticides. Lowered labour and application costs Applying chemical pesticides often requires substantial [...] constant reliance on chemical inputs. This ecosystem-based approach can help prevent pest resistance, which is a growing concern with chemical pesticides. Avoiding

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  March 17, 2025

  firsthand experience of the impact of chemical pesticides. My father developed severe eczema from handling chemical sprays, and it became clear that we needed [...] process. The road to chemical-free horticulture Looking ahead, Pieter sees a future where horticulture is entirely free of chemical pesticides. “It’s achievable [...] says Pieter. Initially, biological control was used reactively—similar to chemical treatments—only applying predatory mites when pests were spotted. “Over

• Predatory mites

  January 1, 1970

  use: Refrain from using chemical pesticides simultaneously, as they can harm both pest and predatory mite populations. If chemical intervention is needed [...] management (IPM) strategies as they offer an sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite [...] The integration of predatory mites can lead to a reduction in the use of chemical pesticides, thereby lowering the ecological footprint of horticultural

• Top Reasons to Use Biological Control in Berries

  August 18, 2021

  of biological control per season is comparable to and often lower than chemical control. Eco-friendly Companies can capitalize on marketing an eco-friendly [...] eco-friendly product. Plant Health Biological control reduces the number of chemical applications which promotes plant growth. Coverage Predatory mites actively [...] eliminating the mite population quickly and effectively even in areas that chemicals are unable to reach. Resistance Management Biological control helps to

• Koppert Registers New Biofungicide

  November 26, 2019

  integrated in a chemical program, has a comparable efficacy to a full chemical programme. As a standalone product it can often compete with a chemical program [...] suitable for IPM as organic farming. One of the advantages it has over chemical products, is that it can be applied till the day before harvest. ’, says [...] in the United States. The trials have been carried out using different chemical agents in combination with Noli to compare the effectiveness of applying

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 18, 2024

  crop protection , unlike chemical alternatives, leaves minimal to no residues, eliminating obliged pre-harvest intervals. Chemical pesticide treatments often [...] maintaining productivity and considering the strict regulations regarding chemical pesticide usage and maximum residue levels. Fortunately, biological crop [...] crop damage or loss. Biological crop protection offers many advantages. No chemical residues and no pre-harvest intervals will offer growers flexibility and