• Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars

  June 28, 2023

  the pheromones to lure the butterflies and moths to a trap with a sticky surface or a pool of water. In addition to pheromone decoys, there are more biological [...] moths in this family are active at night. The caterpillars don’t usually have a lot of hair, and they pupate in the ground. Another big cause for concern [...] live in curled-up leaves. If you touch them, they will start to squirm and drop to the ground along a silk thread. Caterpillars grow about ten to twenty

• BioSulfur-S: Healthier crops, effortless application

  Versatile and dependable : its unique properties makes it a trusted fit for a wide range of farming systems Easy to Mix, Hard to Beat Downloads Product Label [...] leaving minimal visible residues compared to conventional sulfur Time-release mechanism: Due to its porosity it provides a quick start and long-lasting supply [...] with a broad range of inputs, making it easy to integrate to spray programs and helping reducing labor and operational costs Mix partner : Its hydrophilic

• Mite vs. Mite: Controlling Hop Pests Sustainably

  August 18, 2021

  year to bring a healthy hop crop to market, but a Netherlands-based firm believes bugs can be more effective than chemicals in controlling them. A 2017 [...] sustainable solutions to Northwest hop farms. To learn more about the encouraging results visit Oregon Beer Growler Koppert has solutions for pests found in hops [...] 2017 trial in Independence used beneficial arachnids to control two aggressive hop pests: the hop aphid and the two-spot spider mite. Results are encouraging

• Beneficial nematodes; the natural move towards biological crop protection

  April 5, 2023

  lie in a soil layer or a leaf and wait for a pest insect to pass by. When the prey passes by, the nematodes curl up and propel themselves onto the passing [...] leaves, and lettuce. Click here for a full overview of the targeted pests. For growers, one of the main incentives to use nematode products is the diminishing [...] protection products. Either they have been removed by international and local authorities, or pests have become resistant to them. In addition, the list of prohibited

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  larvae resort to cannibalism under these conditions. At a temperature of 21°C, during the whole period of its development to adult beetle, a larva eats more [...] predatory stage. They are elongated and have a segmented body with a dark brown or black coloration. Larvae have prominent mandibles and actively hunt and [...] Cryptolaemus montrouzieri for mealybug control The predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is a species of beetle belonging to the family Coccinellidae

• Koppert Involved in New Project Aiming for Sustainable Control of Poultry Red Mite

  June 4, 2019

  development of a communication strategy for the entire egg sector to raise awareness, which aims to have long-lasting effects. This should result in the majority [...] are difficult to discover and very few products are available on the market. Therefore, there is a clear need for an IPM approach as found in horticulture [...] annually. This number is even more dramatic worldwide. In addition, it is a significant problem for animal health and welfare. The problem of poultry red

• Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

  March 2, 2026

  presents a handful of situations where you can use bios to clean up nightmare pest scenarios without having to dip into your chemical locker. In the article [...] alternate, and in his opinion more accurate, statement and offers evidence to prove his version correct. The author lays out BioSolutions for eradicating [...] has an article in the February 2026 issue of GrowerTalks. It’s an insightful take on the bio vs chemical pesticide dynamic. Titled Bios To The Rescue , the

• Thripex with More Punch - Now Available in Bulk

  August 18, 2021

  with Thripex A trusted biological solution for thrips infestations, Thripex , now offers even better protection for this harmful pest in a highly concentrated [...] now has a product with a higher concentration of predatory mites in a greater volume with less carrier material. This not only holds advantages for growers; [...] format also makes it easier to transport all along the supply chain.’ Thripex has been an important biological solution for thrips control for many years and

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  damage on a gerbera flower In the top ten of infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near the top. Western flower thrips , in particular [...] strongest strategy is to hibernate in the soil or substrate, meaning they can strike very early in the spring. Quick response to early outbreaks and doing [...] action for the entire season. Our consultants will be happy to help you develop such a system approach. Learn more about beneficial nematodes for control

• Acadian™: The Gold Standard in Biostimulants

  or want to make a purchase, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Contact us now to discover how Koppert's innovative solutions can transform [...] activity, and offers a sustainable solution for both conventional and organic systems. Consistent Acadian delivers reliable performance through a pure Ascophyllum [...] resilient crops. For over 50 years, we’ve been pioneers in sustainable agriculture, developing solutions that work with nature—whether it’s biological pest