• Thripex with More Punch - Now Available in Bulk

  August 18, 2021

  solution for thrips infestations, Thripex , now offers even better protection for this harmful pest in a highly concentrated formulation for optimal efficacy [...] supply chain.’ Thripex has been an important biological solution for thrips control for many years and is used effectively in crops in which whitefly is [...] predatory mites ,’ says Product Manager Tim Bossinga. ‘In response to this demand for more predatory mites per square metre, Koppert now has a product with a higher

• Phil Gerry at CAES Symposium at UCONN

  September 3, 2025

  a Technical Sales Consultant for Koppert’s Northeast Region, covering New England and New York. He was a lead grower for large nurseries and greenhouses [...] heard the talk about the next-generation application gun, Natutec Airobreez , for blended BCAs and carrier material. This blower delivers an even layer of predators [...] Natutec Airobreez works at the upcoming CAES Biological Control Conference for Ornamental Growers in New Haven, Connecticut. He’ll also be explaining why

• Koppert Experts To Appear At Cultivate ’25

  June 25, 2025

  about their experiences building successful IPM programs for fall, including what to watch out for and some reality checks. Topics range from problems on [...] production for both mums and poinsettias. Heidi and Phil are crop experts who are well versed in fall crops. Heidi has worked with Koppert for the past decade [...] State. Phil is a Technical Sales Consultant for the Northeast Region, covering six states. He was a lead grower for large nurseries and greenhouses in the Northeast

• Phil Gerry Featured On Fall IPM Podcast

  July 5, 2025

  . Phil is a Technical Sales Consultant for the Northeast Region, covering six states. He was a lead grower for large nurseries and greenhouses in the Northeast [...] discuss the spring production season and then focus on IPM for crops produced in summer for fall and holiday sales. Phil explains the importance of un [...] biological controls and traditional chemistries, defining what success looks like for the greenhouse or nursery before integrating biocontrols, and starting slowly

• Natutec Airobreez Brochure

  in application technology for biological crop protection. Products in the Natutec range enable growers to: Directions for use The Natutec Airobreez offers [...] 15 settings to ensure the right dosage for each type of natural enemy applied. Refer to the instructions table for selecting the appropriate dose. Always [...] Airobreez is a handheld blower which has been specifically developed and designed for the release and application of natural enemies in a protected growing environment

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  and Orius . It was a turning point. “For the first time, predatory mites offered a working, scalable solution for growers - and it triggered a real shift [...] Swirski-Mite opened the door to other applications. The team developed protocols for controlling red spider mites in strawberries using Phytoseiulus persimilis [...] ahead: predatory mites in outdoor crops and global impact Today, the demand for biocontrol in fruit trees and open-field crops is growing rapidly. And once

• AmericanHort Community Connector Roundtable: Managing Pests, Diseases & Weeds

  February 28, 2025

  This is an AmericanHort members-only event, and is free for members. Heidi has worked with Koppert for the past decade and is one of the most well-informed [...] webinar features two expert panel discussions and Q&A sessions tailored for professionals across the horticulture industry including garden retail, greenhouse [...] of ornamental horticulture from production through sales fuels her passion for mentoring growers of all ages as they transition away from conventional to

• Protect Crops Against Redheaded Flea Beetle

  February 1, 2025

  Timing of the application can be important for the products’ efficacy, and there are a few different methods for getting deep down to where the larvae are [...] nearest Koppert Technical Advisor. Click Here for more information on Capsanem by Koppert. Click Here for more information on Isarid™ by Koppert. [...] Connect with us to schedule a site visit It’s never too early for nursery growers to stay ahead of the game. Even though most applications happen in May

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

  January 1, 2025

  growers who want to get the best pest control result for their dollars spent. Heidi has worked with Koppert for the past decade and is one of the most well-informed [...] newest standards and practices, including those for biological programs and integrated pest management (IPM). For more information about building an effective [...] holding the different types of products are covered, as well as preparing for application and troubleshooting. It’s a highly informative treatment of a

• Looking Back at NECANN Boston 2025

  April 30, 2025

  bottles. Other useful items were free for the taking as well, including durable scouting journals, quality pens for out in the field, and lanyards to hold [...] bug-identifying loupes. Our slogans— Pesticide Reduction For Cannabis Production and BioControls for Large Scale Commercial Grows —brought in a lot of traffic [...] We’re back from our recent trip to New England for the NECANN Boston 2025 cannabis show. It was good to get out of the greenhouses and circulate among