• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001. “In 1967, our founder Jan Koppert reached a major breakthrough by being the first to use predatory mites to control [...] In the vibrant world of horticulture, Koppert stands out for its commitment to innovation. By combining a deep respect for nature and understanding of [...] " says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we launched our Swirski-Mite solution, a game-changer in crop protection

• 50 Years of Experience and a lot of R&D Efforts

  November 14, 2019

  Peter decided to dedicate themselves to finding an alternative method to crop protection . Nowadays, we provide our biological solutions to more than 100 [...] and we have R&D centers in every part of the world. Continuous research brings new insights: the level of disease suppression in the soil, for example, [...] resilience to the point that diseases hardly stand a chance. This has strengthened Koppert’s commitment to microbiology. The identification of fungi and

• Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

  March 2, 2026

  presents a handful of situations where you can use bios to clean up nightmare pest scenarios without having to dip into your chemical locker. In the article [...] production facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. Jeremy’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and [...] has an article in the February 2026 issue of GrowerTalks. It’s an insightful take on the bio vs chemical pesticide dynamic. Titled Bios To The Rescue , the

• A Hybrid Approach to IPM by Jeremy Webber in GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025

  April 22, 2025

  Webber makes the case for a hybrid approach to IPM in ornamentals in the GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025 . In A Hybrid Approach to IPM he maintains that [...] the other is important because the two work well as a team when designed into a coordinated program, especially in ornamentals. Jeremy explores the hybrid [...] point about the effectiveness of a good mycoinsecticide on thrips , whitefly , and fungus gnats. What was once a niche approach to greenhouse production has

• More than solutions, a partner in your success

  regional support across the US From a global presence in 100+ countries and over 58 years of experience to a team of 30+ consultants across the United States [...] access to IPM consultants who work alongside you to understand your operation and guide your decisions. Talk to an IPM Expert A simpler way to get started [...] products; you gain a network of IPM experts who are salaried, not commission-based. Through regular on-site visits, we partner with growers to deliver practical

• Beneficial nematodes to control pests in outdoor crops

  outdoor vegetables Contact one of our experts How do nematodes work? After application, the nematodes set out in search of their prey by actually hunting [...] nature. And strive for a healthy future. Growing a resilient crop takes expert knowledge and a great deal of experience. Growing in a sustainable manner with [...] used in agriculture. But… you are not spraying a conventional pesticide, you are spraying a solution full of life! Using beneficial nematodes in fruit

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  This is why we not only conduct a weekly count of all sticky traps but also engage everyone working in the greenhouse to remain alert for pests such as [...] The time of endless Excel sheets with rows full of scout data about disease and pest pressure is over for good at Scheurs in De Kwakel since they switched [...] option to manually count and enter the quantities of thrips or whitefly , or opt for automatic counting by scanning the sticky trap," according to Volgering

• Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals

  August 18, 2021

  trajectory of research and development, Koppert is replacing the clay matrix (in which the nematodes remain in a dormant state until released) with a gel f [...] That’s why Koppert released a new ‘How-to-Use’ video. Oops, an error occurred! Code: 20260618095014cab572a6 Event: 0ee6f02513f54411a0d2e4fb37bce0af Learn More [...] dissolved in water, is a transparent solution. The former clay medium left a whitish film on the final product, which was affecting the economic value of ornamental

• A viable alternative to chemical pesticides: Koppert’s natural enemies effectively control pests in outdoor crops

  August 4, 2023

  development of several other solutions is still ongoing. "We have developed a new and more cost-effective way to produce and package a type of beetle, a natural [...] insects and mites to protect their crops against pests. First in greenhouses and now also in outdoor crops. The use of natural enemies in agriculture is gaining [...] natural enemy of armoured scales in citrus. The result is a product that is both affordable and easy to use," explains Jenette. "Our next step is to conduct

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  shrink, which is a good indicator that the treatment has been effective! The level of damage to your crop is also a good indicator of whether or not the [...] 124217b0f9cc76ee1ad75f A combined approach to thrips In addition to the effect on the pests, you should also see the damage to the crop decrease. If treatment [...] you can also check whether numbers are in decline. Thrips always need a combined approach. In the early stages of cultivation, predatory mites such as