• New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits

  March 21, 2019

  immediately release parasitic wasps as soon as aphids were detected. The wasps used were Aphidius ervi , also known as Ervipar , which were released one [...] It was a leap in the dark as there was hardly any knowledge available on growing small fruit crops under artificial lighting. It proved to be a good decision [...] started out as a vegetable grower and made the switch to small fruit crops in the middle of the 1990s. In Schijndel in the Netherlands, he has a one-hectare

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  usually deposited close to, or in a spider mite colony. They are approximately twice the size of spider mite eggs and a transparent light pink when freshly [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] Releases should be repeated once or twice at weekly intervals. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best

• En-Strip

  the pupae via a round hole. Pack size 3,000; 7,500; 15,000 pupae. Presentation Cardboard strips with 5 cards each, wrapped in plastic, in a cardboard box [...] may be better to switch to the use of Enermix or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] s pygmaeus or Nesidiocoris tenuis ). Storage time after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2

• New Packaging

  established as a human carcinogen? On a more positive note, Styrofoam is currently recyclable, but the Styrofoam recycling market is diminishing at a rapid rate [...] in a box made of cardboard with a synthetic fiber lined with plastic inside. This new packaging has been created in partnership with Tryco Inc., a company [...] from November to December have shown that the Tryco boxes worked just as well as the Styrofoam boxes. In some cases, they outperformed the Styrofoam packaging

• Atheta

  have a very short life expectancy and therefore need to be introduced to the crop as soon as possible after receipt. Failure to do so can have a negative [...] such as the crop itself, climate conditions and the level of infestation. To ensure a correct approach, please consult a Koppert specialist or a recognized [...] Pack size: 1 L tube with 1,000 rove beetles and a 5 L bucket with 5,000 rove beetles. Both packs use peat as a medium. When to use Atheta? Atheta is most

• From Grower To Biological Pest Control Expert

  June 2, 2026

  why the best results are achieved when a plan is in place regarding timing, rates, and distribution strategies. As experienced growers themselves, Koppert’s [...] together to make a program work. Jeremy Webber rose through several New England production facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial [...] welcomed Jeremy Webber, Ornamental Consultant Team Manager for Koppert US, as the featured industry expert in their Season 4, Episode 4 broadcast. The episode

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  commonly known as bite marks, turn brown. These bite marks serve as indicators to assess the bumblebees' pollination activity. A single visit by a bumblebee [...] Bumblebees play a vital role in achieving optimal pollination results for tomato crops. If you are seeking to optimize your crop's pollination process [...] achieve exceptional yields, harnessing the power of commercial bumblebees can be a game-changer. Bumblebees are efficient and reliable pollinators, and when used

• Diamond back moth

  with a few short hairs and small white patches. The larva has five pairs of prolegs; one pair of prolegs protrudes from the posterior end, forming a distinctive [...] disperse, on average, only 13 to 35 m within a crop field, however, they are readily carried by the wind and as such can disperse 400 to 500 km per night [...] distances to invade crops in other regions. Damage symptoms The caterpillar is a surface feeder. They feed from the lower leaf surface, leaving the wax layer

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  April 16, 2019

  damage on phalaenopsis A quick response is required if thrips are to be brought under control. A small spot with thrips can become a real infestation in no [...] multiply. This is why the insects feel so at home in a warm greenhouse. Other factors also play a role, such as humidity and the type of crop. An additional point [...] faster on flowering plants than on a crop without flowers. A female can lay one to two hundred eggs that hatch within a few days. At 15°C/59°F, the development

• Beneficial microorganisms

  What are beneficial microorganisms? Beneficial microorganisms, also known as beneficial microbes, are microorganisms that provide positive effects to their [...] including various biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling [...] include fungi, bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in environments such as soil, water, and air. These microorganisms are harnessed for pest control