• New Sachet Improves Spider Mite Control

  November 1, 2018

  which is widely used to control spider mite in a variety of greenhouse crops, can now also be applied to outdoor crops such as citrus and grapes. With the [...] both grower and crop. Fully compostable The new Spical Ulti-Mite sachets can be disposed of together with the crop waste. The sachet is made of a newl [...] addition, Koppert Biological Systems has reinforced the hook from which it can be attached to make it even more robust. Launch of Spical Ulti-Mite at the

• Celebrating real food heroes

  October 19, 2022

  ged. ‘Once we change the means of production, we can change the means of distribution and then we can change people’s habits’ - states Jacopo Volpicelli [...] passionate farmers who show us that only sustainable horticulture and agriculture can make the world’s food production healthier, safer, more productive and resilient [...] explains the importance of maize, as it is one of the most versatile crops which can adapt to almost any climate in the world offering high yields. ‘It is important

• Optimum Conditions for Bumblebees

  April 5, 2019

  years. To ensure that the bumblebees can do their work as effectively as possible, the conditions must be optimal. You can improve the effectiveness of the [...] Natupol bumblebee hives, so that the bumblebees can only fly out in favorable light conditions. You can therefore prevent them losing their way as a result [...] and the bumblebees are almost literally in the dark. This means that they can spend less time on the job of pollinating. Help with navigation in the greenhouse

• Atheta

  their prey is typically found. As they can travel readily within the environment they are released into, they can easily populate and colonize their release [...] their ability to move quickly, fly when needed, these predatory rove beetles can be monitored by scraping back the top 1-2 cm. of the growing media. Adults [...] light to dark-brown – in many cases almost black – in color. The adult beetle can be anywhere between 3-4 mm. long. They have an elongated, slender body shape

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  December 10, 2024

  which combat pests and diseases but can also support plant health . ‘A healthy plant is far more resilient and can withstand pest infestations far better [...] "How can we possibly explain to our children and grandchildren that we once sprayed poison on the food we eat and the flowers in our homes?" Rianne asks [...] "We’ll never go back! This was the most rewarding response of growers you can imagine", Rianne proudly adds. Koppert has always continued innovating and

• Help, whitefly! Now what?

  June 2, 2022

  to reduce the population. Note that these methods can also harm the natural enemies of whitefly. You can always check the side effects app from Koppert for [...] know the scope of the attack. Don’t underestimate the problem – whitefly can develop at lightning speed. Decide and act quickly and ensure that you get

• Predatory Mites Whitepaper

  Whitepaper Introduction Koppert sells a range of phytoseiid mites that can be used to control several pests. To choose the right species for your purpose [...] because they avoid the webbing. At low spider mite densities these predators can slow down the development of spider mites. Effects of temperature and humidity [...] high thrips pressure, these species are the best option. • N. californicus can prey on thrips but prey consumption and reproduction are low on a diet of

• Ten Facts About Thrips

  April 26, 2019

  and is a problem that can quickly take on big proportions. As a grower, your approach to handling this insect is something you can't take lightly – a w [...] silver-grey spots and brown dots. This can lead to considerable damage. 5. A very unusual aspect is that the thrips females can lay eggs without being fertilized [...] knowledge. Western Flower Thrips Frankliniella occidentalis on a leaf 1. How can you recognize thrips ? These flying insects are slender and extremely small

• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  formulation that can be easily dissolved in water and applied with existing spraying and irrigation equipment; Trianum-G is a granular product that can be applied [...] Trianum can hold its ground Koppert's beneficial nematodes: new look and ready for the future Trianum is a true all-rounder Premium quality around the [...] high and difficult to detect since it is a soilborne pest. Therefore, damage can start anytime, and nematodes need to be applied from planting through to harvest

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 25, 2022

  Crop? Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly Thrips can cause severe problems for growers in many crops. Combating this pest is, therefore [...] whole range of products is available to control thrips , not all products can be used together without causing other issues. For example, the simultaneous [...] predatory mites are the foot soldiers in the battle against thrips . You can choose from two commonly-used species: Swirskii and Cucumeris . The predatory