• Capsanem

  spp.) Mode of action The nematodes enter the pest and release symbiotic bacteria into the pest's body cavity. These bacteria convert the host tissue into [...] Nematodes Preparation Remove the sachets from the box and keep them at room temperature for 30 minutes Empty the contents of the sachets into a bucket containing [...] contents of the bucket into the half-filled spray tank (except when tank mixing with a compatible product) Maintain agitation of mixture in the tank (e.g. with

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00 [...] sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] lower in the greenhouse. 13:00 Vertical placement will have a negative effect on the development of the hives. 10:00 1! Bumblebees need max. 2 hours

• Everything Still Begins with Swirski

  May 14, 2020

  greenhouses and tunnels), and which once again boosted the popularity of the predatory mite. The fact that the sachet is compostable is a further advantage for [...] surprise you," says Tim Bossinga. The Product Manager has taken his time to point out what the power of Swirskii actually is. "The predatory mite is extremely [...] It is still the benchmark, the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new

• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  releases Montdorensis every week on half of his crop – the even rows one week, the odd rows the next. He hangs a sheet of insect netting with Neoseiulus cucumeris [...] Trianum, levels of Phythium have decreased dramatically. Up until 2019, there was a lot of damage and loss of production at the end of cultivation. Whole [...] fewer chemicals,’ he explained. The biggest threat to his crop is thrips , especially during the darkest period of the year. ‘Nature basically shuts down

• Fusarium spp.

  inside the vascular system of the host plant and spreads upwards inside the plants. The other species are dispersed upwards on the outside of the plant [...] towards the foot of the plant and enters the vascular system. Inside the vessels, the fungus produces mycelium and many spores (microconidia), which are [...] Fusarium wilt ) is the species that causes vascular wilt. Initially, the leaves turn yellow and wilt, mostly on one side of the plant. Finally, the whole plant

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  an increasing number of growers to professionalize the biological control of their crops, Natutec Drive will improve the dispersal of our predatory mites [...] proved its effectiveness in the field and we have a growing number of testimonials from our customers. During the development of this technology, great care [...] tubes to the crop. The essential part of Natutec Drive is a ‘box’ with tubes that effectively distributes our predatory mites and other insects in the correct

• Pollination Under Artificial Lights

  August 10, 2021

  growers in the higher latitudes of the Northern Hemisphere are paying special attention to their growing lights. High time to focus on the effects this [...] conditions. As one of the world’s biggest breeders of bumblebee species, Koppert Biological Systems’ R&D department has gained in-depth knowledge of this pollinator’s [...] range of conditions and climates. Its Natupol hives are under continuous development and feature the latest innovations for optimal pollination of greenhouse

• Ten Facts About Thrips

  August 18, 2021

  help you determine the identity of the intruders. 4. Thrips sucks plant juices from the upper leaf and/or flower cells, resulting in the characteristic s [...] weapon in its arsenal: the pupae are often in the soil. This stage can be tackled with parasitic nematodes. 9. The thrips don't like the cold and will rest [...] temperatures. 10. The good thing is that you're not alone in the fight against thrips, as predatory mites and bugs are natural enemies of the insect. Nematodes

• Koppert at IPPS Louisville

  October 1, 2025

  propagation and production, in the “home of fast horses, great bourbon, and horticulture.” Among the tour destinations is the beautiful, exciting Churchill [...] Join us for the IPPS Eastern Region Annual Conference in Louisville, Kentucky, October 14–17, 2025. Learn from three days of informative tours and sessions [...] effectively because we believe the world needs 100% sustainable agriculture. We contribute toward this goal by developing and promoting sustainable growing

• Spidex Vital Trial Results

  formed the foundation of our spider mite control. Over time it grew to be one of the most important products for our growers. As the result of many years [...] released on the first plant of each row (yellow star) a week later. Results: a larger population of Spidex Vital reached the infested plants due to the fact that [...] standard used in the industry for 5 days in a row. Results: The graph below shows the results of the collected data Cumulative egg laying during a 5 day