• Aphids

  to the growth of a black sooty mold. Aphids life cycle Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults of the same species [...] the other. For a large part of the season an aphid population consists of viviparous females. As reproduction is asexual, the progeny of a single female [...] yield loss. Effective aphid control is essential for maintaining healthy, productive crops. Biological control of aphids uses a combination of natural enemies

• Biocontrol for Spider Mites

  April 24, 2020

  spider mite developing resistance to a wide range of pesticides. Overview of Mite Plant Damage Larvae, nymphs and adults of two-spotted spider mites cause damage [...] , for the control of spider mites on cucumber plants, and thus laid the foundation for the biological control of many plant pests on numerous plants in [...] . Solutions A proactive approach is important when it comes to biological pest control of two-spotted spider mites . We offer a variety of biocontrol products

• Long Lasting Protection From Thrips and Whitefly

  August 10, 2021

  instead of four. That makes a big difference. While the number of sachets remains the same, you are investing in a constantly larger population of predatory [...] Swirski-Mite LD . A simple way to double the number of the predatory mites, Amblyseius swirskii in your crop with the same number of sachets! More natural [...] too! Smart Growers Use Swirski-Mite LD Thanks to the combination of the doubled number of predatory mites emerging from the sachet AND the fact that the

• Written in GrowerTalks: "Cold Chain Management" by Heidi Doering

  January 1, 2025

  different types of products are covered, as well as preparing for application and troubleshooting. It’s a highly informative treatment of a topic of great importance [...] the January edition of GrowerTalks. In Cold Chain Management Of Biologicals she discusses the critical time between the delivery of biologicals to the grower [...] the past decade and is one of the most well-informed plant experts of the day regarding ornamental IPM. Her broad range of experience includes greenhouse

• Big impact starts small

  April 30, 2023

  all important reasons why our micro products are a valuable and effective addition to the IPM strategy of growers. We keep improving Our dedicated research [...] are not visible to the naked eye, they have a big impact. The living organisms in our micro products are a great way to biologically control various soil-borne [...] Extending our products Optimizing our products is one of many tasks our dedicated research teams focus on. We constantly develop new micro products that help

• Pests and Pals Webinar: Watch the Recording Now!

  March 19, 2025

  3f3d4 Event: 28fef01a585f4a54b053809cf6731bcb At Koppert, we’re committed to offering growers high-quality solutions for effective pest control. Need guidance [...] experts discussed: How predatory insects can effectively target pests like aphids and thrips The role of beneficial microbes in protecting crops against [...] against pathogens like Fusarium The benefits of proactive biocontrol strategies to reduce reliance on chemical sprays Practical tips for integrating biological

• Help, whitefly! Now what?

  June 2, 2022

  the most effective method of control? The following tips will help you when whitefly makes your life, and that of your crop, difficult. Compile a step-by-step [...] or spread throughout the crop? To choose an effective control method, you first need to know the scope of the attack. Don’t underestimate the problem – [...] that these methods can also harm the natural enemies of whitefly. You can always check the side effects app from Koppert for further information, which is

• Cranberry

  Pacific Coast of North America and parts of Europe. This species of cranberry belongs to the subgenus Oxycoccus and genus Vaccinium . This species of cranberry [...] to specific parts of North America, namely the central and eastern part of Canada and the northeastern and north-central areas of the United States. This [...] About Cranberry ( Vaccinium macrocarpon) is a particular North American species of cranberry is also referred to as large cranberry, American cranberry

• Rhyzobug Brochure

  6 x larger 4 mm Proven results The effect of Rhyzobius lophanthae on Aspidiotis nerii in lemon in Spain 400 A. nerii / 10 cm2 300 Introduction rate [...] R. lophanthae Weeks after predator release A. nerii / 10 cm2 150 The effect of Rhyzobius lophanthae on Aspidiotis nerii in lemon in Spain 100 Introduction [...] hotspot 150 The effect of Rhyzobius lophanthae on Aulacaspis tubercularis in mango in Spain 100 Weekly intorduction rate depending on infestation, avg

• iPM app

  disease management has always been a great challenge in agriculture. A healthy crop is paramount, while there is also a growing demand for sustainable food [...] due to a highly accurate insight into pesticide efficacy and optimized timing of biological applications. These factors increase the efficacy of control [...] for pesticides, because of greater precision of applications iPM Scout app Compatible with iOS and Android Enjoy scouting with a customized template Enter