• Environmental sustainability

  January 1, 1970

  Climate change mitigation At the core of our sustainability initiative lies a commitment to environmental stewardship. Recognizing the interconnectedness

• FAQ Beneficial Nematodes

  January 1, 1970

  and regulatory issues. The questions and answers can also be downloaded as a pdf. Download PDF

• Long Lasting Protection From Thrips and Whitefly

  August 10, 2021

  weeks 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 [...] twice as many predatory mites : is it possible? Yes, with Swirski-Mite LD . A simple way to double the number of the predatory mites, Amblyseius swirskii

• Everything Still Begins with Swirski

  May 14, 2020

  introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol [...] biocontrol agent is effective to a larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact [...] an extremely effective glutton, it can also be used in many crops and under a great variety of circumstances. In the first instance, it can be used in large

• Beneficial microorganisms

  January 1, 1970

  including various biological systems and organisms. These microorganisms play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  August 18, 2021

  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 [...] 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 [...] 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

• The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  August 18, 2021

  for you as a grower, for your employees, and for the sales chain. There’s a whole array of benefits! Benefits for you as a grower: IPM is a widespread [...] More and more growers are opting for a natural approach to pests and diseases, and we're not surprised they are. After all, Integrated Pest Management [...] is beneficial to the relationship with your retail customer, as you remain a valued supplier. Benefits for employees: Every employee is able to apply natural

• New Facilities for Koppert Canada

  December 20, 2018

  Leamington was selected as location as it has a high density of greenhouse operations in this region. ‘Making a substantial investment in this region marks [...] local facility in Leamington, Ontario, on 4 December. This new building marks a culmination of 25 years of continuous growth and expansion in Canada. Koppert [...] sound technical advice and localized customer service. This new building is a great accomplishment and we anticipate further growth and opportunities in

• Protect Young Plants Now with Bacilirid™ and Isarid™

  February 1, 2025

  handling young plants at their most fragile point. Bacilirid™, a biological fungicide, and Isarid ™, a mycoinsecticide, help protect young plants during this [...] products. Isarid™ is a naturally occurring insecticidal fungus that’s safe to use around most beneficial insects. It targets a wide range of ornamental [...] whitefly , thrips , fungus gnats, mealybugs and aphids . When spores contact a pest, they attach and begin to grow almost immediately. Once the cuticle is

• Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly

  August 18, 2021

  swirskii predatory mite pierces a wide range of prey and sucks them dry. In this way, a mite attacks the young larvae of a variety of species of thrips and [...] begun is half done! A pack of Swirski Mite contains predatory mites of the species Amblyseius swirskii . These mites are no larger than a pinhead. They are [...] dispersal in the case of a rapidly spreading infestation. If the infestation builds up more slowly, slow-release sachets are a more obvious choice. These