Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

mite control. Over time it grew to be one of the most important products for our growers. As the result of many years of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is [...] It all started with Spidex ( Phytoseiulus persimilis ) at Koppert more than 50 years ago. From day one this predatory mite formed the foundation of our [...] Improved hotspot control Our improved formulation makes sure our predatory mites have an energetic start and are better capable of travelling the given distance

IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future

Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

and works on behalf of local authorities and governmental bodies. Co-owner and general director Ivo de Groot has witnessed the effect of Koppert’s nematode [...] the oak processionary caterpillar. ‘We’ve been using nematodes for years. The product is our preferred method over products based on Bacillus thuringiensis [...] egg casings begin to emerge. A second spraying may be needed, either of nematodes or of nematodes plus Bacillus thuringiensis -based products. ‘That is effective

Biosolutions for Cannabis

cannabis) is one of the most aggressive species encountered in any crop. Koppert has spent millions in R&D finding the best solutions for this problematic [...] right at home under the glow of HPS lights, works with a partner in the Midwest. It’s the best type of visit—no pests, lots of beneficials, and beautiful [...] wide range of experts and industry practices. Koppert staff are not paid by commission, so their advice for any business is the same regardless of the amount

Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop

Biosolutions for Propagation

Built from the ground up—by growers, for growers. Connect with us Working for growers is a typical day at the office for Koppert technical advisors. Maintaining [...] facility handles things differently in this stage. Your solution is custom designed just for you and your unique pest complex. Koppert recommends Predatory [...] recommends Pest control is important for specialty or ship-sensitive stock crops produced in the US. Routine introductions of predators and mycoinsecticides

Biosolutions for Tropicals: Pest Control for Floral and Foliage Crops

without harsh chemicals. Limonica: One Mean Mite Released to the American market a decade ago, Limonica is a meaner mite for a badder bug like Thrips parvispinus [...] One Shipment, Many Solutions Koppert supplies a wide range of biocontrols year-round to attack recurrent crop pests like spider mites , mealybugs , and [...] temperatures, it continues to feed on many kinds of thrips as well as whiteflies and spider mites . In the presence of prey, Limonica’s staggering reproductive

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop protection products, he also sees opportunities for traditional methods to evolve [...] approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared [...] terms of sustainability and environmental friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will be no difference at all, especially

Precautionary measures for product allergies

airflow of the blower. Hygiene Once you have finished your work, take off your gloves, shoes and clothes before taking off your mask. Clean your clothes [...] combination of factors The level of sensitivity differs per person. Allergy problems can occur within just a few weeks of the first moment of contact, or [...] Exposure via skin If there is a risk of exposure via your skin, we recommend that you wear protective clothing that covers your arms and legs (e.g. a disposable

Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

avoids our Macrolophus . Capsanem is a valuable ally!’ Audrey Vignaud is Koppert’s technical head of the consultant for the South East Region of France: [...] biological equilibrium. SCEA de Fontanel was one of the early Koppert France customers and still is, using many of Koppert’s IPM solutions, including Capsanem [...] balance, but Capsanem means chemical treatment can be avoided, which is the objective of many companies.’ The nematode protection method for Nesidiocoris was