• Natupol - Consistent Quality and Continuous Innovation

  June 10, 2020

  n work on arrival. For example, in the United States, the Bombus impatiens , is the bumblebee of choice and is bred in Howell, Michigan. At that facility [...] innovation The introduction of natural pollinators into greenhouses since the 80s resulted in spectacular increases in yield and improved quality in tomato [...] role in communicating the problems they encounter in the field. When it comes to finding solutions for today’s cultivation issues, we are all in partnership

• 50 Years of Experience and a lot of R&D Efforts

  November 14, 2019

  R&D centers in every part of the world. Continuous research brings new insights: the level of disease suppression in the soil, for example, is extremely [...] improve disease suppression in the soil with products from the NatuGro system. The beneficial bacteria and fungi, extracts, and acids in these products promote [...] absorb nutrients. The plants are more vital, their vigour is improved, and their resilience is increased. Koppert’s extensive know-how in micro-organisms

• Thripex-V

  bran. Application Turn and shake the bottle or bucket gently before use Bottle: Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Bucket: Use a spoon to [...] 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 [...] thrips species. Crops Do not use in tomato. Mode of action Predatory mites use their piercing mouthparts to extract the contents of their prey. Pack size

• Swirski-Mite

  shake the bottle gently before use Push the centre of the cap to open the dosage hole Sprinkle material on leaves or pour into Diboxes Make sure the material [...] Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically range from 25-300 per m2/release. Releases should [...] product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 12-14°C/54-57°F. Storage conditions In the dark, provide ventilation to prevent CO 2 accumulation. Recommended

• Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  July 20, 2020

  mites in these places. This is also where you’ll be able to see whether your strategy is effective or not. If it is, the affected areas won’t grow in size [...] size. You’ll still be able to see webs, but the spots won’t become larger. The downside is that the damaged spots won’t simply disappear. While this isn’t [...] ornamental crops. However, if the crop continues to grow well after the infestation, the plants will at some point shed the damaged leaves. Grab your magnifying

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  farther from the truth! If the conditions improve, i.e. longer days, rising temperature, growing crop, the mites will reappear in exactly the same places [...] sticky traps for spider mite is of little use, as the mites are not attracted to them. Even if there’s a contamination hotspot in the crop, you’re unlikely to [...] spots, such as the frame of the greenhouse, and will seem to have disappeared. At this point, it’s essential that the spider mite is under control. Additional

• Heidi Doering Cited As Integrated Plant Health Expert

  May 18, 2026

  online site. The article appears in the May 4th, 2026 issue of the platform’s daily newsletter. Quoted extensively in the article, Heidi explains the recent [...] Specialist, Heidi Doering, as the featured industry expert in their article, The Shift from IPM to Integrated Plant Health . Based in the Netherlands, HortiDaily [...] biological inputs being a critical factor in the shift. Heidi explores the nature of the adoption curve—the rate at which biological or hybrid systems

• Koppert At Cultivate 2026

  June 1, 2026

  Cultivate’26—we’re in booth 1403, closer to Registration. Look for some innovative new products at the booth, like Limonica predatory mites , the Natutec Airobreez [...] This is the most aggressive predatory mite commercially available. Even in cooler temperatures Limonica feeds on thrips of all sizes, like the larger [...] laying eggs when it’s cool enough in the greenhouse to see your breath. Applying Limonica is easy and accurate with the Natutec Airobreez from Koppert. Despite

• Entomite-M

  of action The predatory mites feed on larvae of sciarid flies , thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at [...] always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction preventively or as soon as the first pests are detected in the crop. Introduction rates [...] results the medium has to be moist, rich in organic matter and have a loose structure. The minimum temperature for successful use of Entomite-M is 15°C/59°F

• Keep Them Cool!

  July 16, 2018

  way that the bumblebees are able to influence the microclimate in the hive in the most efficient way. The hive itself protects the colony against radiant [...] temperatures, the best practice is to help the colonies to keep cool during the hottest times of the day and allow them to pollinate in the early morning [...] fluctuation in temperature in the hive. ‘The Natupol box ensures the best conditions possible to maintain a constant brood temperature so that the bumblebees