• Crucial Information on Pollination at High Temperatures

  August 11, 2020

  climates, it is assumed that proper management of pollinators is sufficient to ensure good pollination. The single biggest problem is that if there is not enough [...] Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages We all know that proper pollination of a flower is the most critical process related to fruit [...] setting may be poor. Growing in warm climates opens up a whole set of problems that can affect yield and quality. Management of temperature, humidity, and radiation

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  around, you’ve seen enough and there’s no doubt that you have spider mite. Dormant period Please note that when the days start to shorten, you will notice [...] control the spider mite with a corrective product that fits with IPM. During the dormant period, it may seem that a problem area in the crop has been fixed. But [...] powerful natural enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex. Take the following tips on

• Why We Do, What We Do

  May 4, 2018

  basis for healthy crops. It is in this field that Koppert's expertise and strength lies. We are convinced that we can make a substantial contribution to this [...] for the natural ecosystems. Koppert is continually looking for the answers that are locked in nature itself to then make them applicable for sustainable [...] of motivation. Our mission statement holds true to what we firmly believe. That in partnership with nature we can make agriculture healthier, safer and more

• Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell

  February 2, 2023

  about the biology of pests and their natural enemies. That way, you can create your own system that suits your company. Don'ts Keeping the product in bright [...] use Swirski-Mite to combat thrips and whitefly , it's important to ensure that the Amblyseius swirskii predatory mites can do their job optimally. Only [...] this can affect their vitality and fitness. Don't use any chemical products that kill or paralyze predatory mites. Make good agreements with your plant nursery

• Visit Koppert' Ornamental Experts at MANTS 2025, Booth #2149

  December 18, 2024

  redheaded flea beetle, a pest that drills shotgun holes into crops like hydrangea, cornus, itea and weigela, crops that depend on good foliar health to [...] initial crop overview to gauging what is working, and addressing any problems that remain. MANTS is the premier winter event for the horticulture industry,

• Koppert at IPPS Louisville

  October 1, 2025

  Conference sessions include a Day of Plants focusing on Great plants forgotten that should get more attention . Koppert supports propagators in their efforts [...] with growers, he creates comprehensive integrated pest management solutions that produce long-term results. Chris will be attending the sessions and tours

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  When a gall midge larva attacks an aphid, it injects a paralyzing toxin that also starts predigestion of the body contents. The larva then sucks out the

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  climates, it is assumed that the proper management of bees is sufficient to ensure good pollination. The single biggest problem is that if there is not enough [...] are severe implications for yield and quality. It is essential to point out that exposure to maximum temperatures of more than 30° C for a couple of hours [...] growth of the plant. This is undesirable as it creates fluctuating yields that result in overall lower production. Differences in cultivars There are also

• Koppert Collaborates to Launch Free Biocontrol Tool

  February 14, 2020

  information on biocontrol and biopesticide products that are authorized by national regulators for that specific search. Information is sourced directly from [...] Uganda and Bangladesh. In 2021, more countries will follow. It is the aim that this tool becomes a global go-to resource for information on biocontrol and [...] biopesticide products. *CABI is an international not-for-profit organization that provides information and scientific expertise to solve problems in agriculture

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 24, 2024

  Moreover, we are able to transfer some of that passion to our supply chain partners. The result is a well-oiled machine that produces innovations with a lasting [...] Director Operations, about Koppert’s innovative predatory mite solutions that marked a turning point for the company. Additionally, we explore how Koppert [...] than if we were to search for a new natural enemy for each new challenge. That speed can mean the difference between a successful and a disastrous growing