• Cyclamen mite

  are modified and used to transport pharate females. Eggs of the cyclamen mite are about half the size of the adult mite. They are oval in form, smooth [...] usual. In cyclamen, the flowers are damaged and leaf growth is inhibited. In hedera, a mite attack can cause baldness in parts of the stem. Gerbera flowers [...] become brown near the base. Life cycle and appearance of Cyclamen mite The life cycle of the cyclamen mite ( Phytonemus pallidus ) has the following stages:

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  a large scale and released ahead of every crop cycle. This was the start of the Koppert Biological Systems. The first natural enemy The first natural enemy [...] control of pests and diseases is not only applied in greenhouses, but increasingly in outdoor crops too. Nowadays it is the major control method in Integrated [...] centuries, it was the only way to control pests. Natural enemies were collected from the original source of the pest and released in areas where pests needed

• WARNING: Bumblebees – Keep them Cool this Summer!

  July 2, 2019

  heat/direct sunlight and to place them in a cool spot. Radiant heat can increase temperatures in the hive by 5 to 15°C/41 to 59°F. See for the best practice advice [...] bumblebees are out for the maximum number of pollination hours, and it positively influences the lifespan of a colony. It can make the difference between just [...] start focusing on keeping the hive cool. To do that they stay in the hive and use different methods of keeping cool. For the bumblebees staying cool becomes

• Atheta

  easily populate and colonize their release area. Life cycle The complete life cycle of Atheta takes about 21 days (at about 25°C/77°F). The sex ratio will [...] – in many cases al- most black – in color. The adult beetle can be anywhere between 3-4 mm. long. They have an elongated, slender body shape, and they [...] 10°C/50°F for up to 7 days. Typically, one application at the beginning of the growing cycle, and a small re-application at each transplant is sufficient

• Natutec Airobreez

  Store the Airobreez and accessories in a dry and dust-free area. The Airobreez can be stored in the supplied case. Always store the batteries in the chargers [...] speed for the determined amount to be released Remove the cap of the reservoir Fill the reservoir with the material to be released and close the reservoir [...] Use the Airobreez for the distribution of natural enemies in the crop. The Airobreez can be used for both full-field distribution and for specific hot

• Artificially lit crops pollination advice

  after the shortest day, depending on latitude and environment) rapid decline in colonies could occur. In the ever-evolving world of agriculture, the utilization [...] insufficient. Remove snow from the greenhouse roof when possible. Energy screens and grow lights The use of energy screens in artificially lit greenhouses [...] navigation. To counter this, synchronize the opening of bumblebee hives with the energy screen and daylight cycle, allowing the bees to fly only when there is

• Natutec Drone Leaflet - Koppert

  surface.’ The test the costs of dispersal via drones had to be lower than the flights in the hangar in Valkenburg also gave good outcomes. costs of manual [...] ON TOP OF YOUR CROP High expectations of efficient Natutec Drone The technique is efficient and works, but the challenge is in organizing the drones while [...] Koppert products for the control of spider mite and thrips can Market-ready by the end of the year be dispersed using Natutec Drone All in all, Koppert has

• Sustainability

  culture of learning and inspiration. Embracing sustainability brings value In a world where the health of people and the planet are increasingly intertwined [...] safer, and more productive future. This sentiment echoes through the words of Peter Maes, Chief Strategy Officer of Koppert, who emphasizes the importance [...] commitment is outlined in the form of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a blueprint for global sustainability. We take pride in our contributions

• High-tech Insect Production

  January 12, 2021

  design the location and coordinate construction activities. In addition to sales support, AAB NL took care of the purchase of the location and the permit [...] emissions and ensuring more efficient energy and water consumption. In line with this goal, the construction of the new "insect factory" in Berkel en Rodenrijs [...] completion. The first phase was launched at the beginning of 2019, and the second phase has recently been completed. A lot of preparation went into the project

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  us as experts in the rearing and mass production of predatory mites and use our mites for their experiments and trials in the field. The benefits are mutual [...] packaging and transportation of this increasingly effective solution for biocontrol of specific pest infestations. In recent years, one of the most successful [...] huge success, and we have managed to prolong the duration of their efficacy. It’s all about maintaining the moisture in the sachets; keeping the moisture inside