• Protect Crops Against Redheaded Flea Beetle

  January 16, 2025

  late. For the best treatment options the key is to target beetles at the vulnerable larval phase, when there are high numbers of them down in the potting [...] from Koppert are proven to be an effective one-two punch to break the life cycle before an infestation can occur. Capsanem is a nematode that attacks promptly [...] more slowly, lasting longer in the soil. Timing of the application can be important for the products’ efficacy, and there are a few different methods for

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  August 5, 2025

  pressure on thrips populations before they peak. The potential of Limonica against other thrips Although most data currently focuses on T. parvispinus and [...] and S. dorsalis , Limonica ’s biology suggests potential effectiveness against: Dichromothrips corbetti (Vanda thrips ) Chaetanaphothrips orchidii (anthurium [...] global trade Further trials are needed to confirm its efficacy across different crops and climates. Strengths and considerations “What makes Limonica stand out

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  tenuis. How nematodes control caterpillars Beneficial nematodes are an effective tool to control caterpillars . After application, the nematodes search for [...] skin. The nematodes then release the pathogenic bacteria they carry with them. These bacteria kill the insect and digest it from the inside. The nematodes [...] Control caterpillars with beneficial nematodes Beneficial nematodes or entomopathogenic nematodes are mainly known for the biological control of soil pests

• Very few greenhouse crops are safe from whitefly

  July 19, 2022

  whitefly! Now what? The Spread of Whitefly Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management The greenhouse [...] higher. This stimulates the development of the infestation. In addition, rain and wind are factors that affect outdoor areas, lowering the risk of infestation [...] including rose, gerbera, hibiscus, and poinsettia, are not safe from whitefly. The problem inside the greenhouse is more acute than outside, as temperatures

• Why We Do, What We Do

  May 4, 2018

  Future Generations The world population will continue to grow rapidly in the coming years and will exceed the 9 billion mark by the year 2050. It is a [...] and diminishes the biodiversity. In our view, the present production systems are coming to an end. This is why we have to go back to the basic principles [...] provide all these people with healthy and safe food in the future. Natural resources are limited. The use of chemical crop protection products and artificial

• More Sustainable Nematode Formulation

  December 28, 2020

  systems in the market, including Dosatron®. Continued outstanding performance "Users will not easily notice the change based on the look & feel of the new f [...] application is crucial It remains crucial that nematodes are applied correctly to reach the required effectivity. Cyrille: "We have an informative video showing [...] and Steinernema carpocapsae based nematode products, including Entonem , Capsanem and Scia-Rid . The composition of the carrier material has been entirely

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  impact on the environment and human health. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the production [...] Thrips are one of the most challenging pests in horticulture and agriculture, causing both direct and indirect damage to a wide range of crops. Their ability [...] handle high humidity. The predatory mites have a somewhat higher sensitivity to chemical pesticides. Transeius montdorensis The predatory mite Transeius

• Ten tips to effectively tackle whitefly

  March 6, 2023

  you spot the first whitefly, quickly assess the extent of the spread. Are they present on one plant in a corner, or have they spread throughout the crop? [...] possible. However, effective biological control starts with understanding the pest you have to deal with and the control strategy. Here’s what you need to know [...] they are safe for use with biological control. Koppert has developed an app to help you with this – the side effects app – so that you can check what side

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  achieve the maximum effectiveness. The crops are now strong and healthy and the Tuta absoluta is not such a big problem anymore thanks to the comprehensive [...] when the larvae are small in order to maximize their effect. When the moment comes, we apply them 3 times at a 5-day interval. We spray them on the tomato [...] Steinernema feltiae and after the first cycle of three nematode treatments, we saw a reduction of Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large infestation which

• Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To?

  June 5, 2019

  only eat insects that are in their early phase. For whitefly , these are the fresh eggs and the youngest larvae; for thrips , the first and second larval [...] notice adult pests in the beginning, even when the natural enemies are working hard to contain the problem. So you may still see the adult whitefly happily [...] requires some patience. The same applies to the use of Swirski-Mite , which contains the predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii . The predatory mites in Swirski-Mite