• Ten facts about spider mites

  November 18, 2021

  following is an overview of the key facts about the spider mite. Is a spider mite an insect? Nothing could be farther from the truth! It is a tiny spider [...] plant sap. A spider mite attack is often localized, and you should make sure that you scout affected areas early on. Under the right conditions, a spider mite [...] where there is little wind. The variation is great – there are more than 1200 species of spider mite. Some have evolved to ‘specialize’ in just a few crops

• Environmental sustainability

  Climate change mitigation At the core of our sustainability initiative lies a commitment to environmental stewardship. Recognizing the interconnectedness [...] for future generations. Biodiversity conservation Preserving biodiversity is paramount to the resilience and sustainability of agricultural ecosystems [...] promote biodiversity. Pollution reduction Addressing pollution in all its forms is fundamental to our sustainability agenda. Through our natural solutions, growers

• Limonica

  Releases should be repeated once or twice, or until control is achieved. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice [...] material on leaves Make sure the material remains on the leaves for at least a few hours after introduction Can also be applied with Natutec Airobreez , Natutec [...] Environmental conditions Amblydromalus limonicus performs effectively across a wide range of temperatures. It remains active and able to predate and reproduce

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  showed the searching capacity of the predatory mites covered a greater distance over a longer period as adults were followed up by growing nymphs in an [...] Jan Koppert. The eventual product, Spidex, became the foundation of what is now a leading international force in biocontrol. The advanced Spidex Vital biological [...] A true pioneer in the biocontrol of spider mite, Koppert Biological Systems has improved its top selling Spidex biological solution making it even more

• Koppert Partners with Canadian Ecoation

  June 17, 2019

  Ecoation have signed a cooperation agreement on June 13 th 2019. The contract was signed at the GreenTech fair in Amsterdam. The objective is to use each other’s [...] Saber Miresmailli who signed the contract on behalf of Ecoation. Koppert is engaged in the business of biological crop protection and for this reason [...] analyse pests and diseases in various crops. The biological solution company is launching Natutec Scout in September. This smart mobile application gives

• Top Reasons for Using Bumblebees

  August 18, 2021

  will allow a bumblebee to pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower between 7-10 times, before it is fully pollinated [...] to 40mph (64km/hr). Bumblebees pollinate flowers through a method called “buzz- pollination ”, a rapid vibrating motion which releases large amounts of pollen [...] later into the evening hours. Bumblebees work better in tunnels, as they have a better sense of direction. Bumblebees are safer for you and your employees

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

  June 4, 2019

  number is even more dramatic worldwide. In addition, it is a significant problem for animal health and welfare. The problem of poultry red mite is very complex [...] mite ( Dermanyssus gallinae ). The project is called MiteControl and runs until August 2023. MiteControl is a collaboration of 7 partners: Experimental [...] on the market. Therefore, there is a clear need for an IPM approach as found in horticulture. The aim of this project is to work together towards an Integrated

• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  February 8, 2024

  The entire crop is harvested mechanically. With mechanization, it is very important that all plants reach the end of their cycle with a high level of plant [...] consequently, obtaining a higher final production,' explains Pedro Militão. Sociedade Agrícola Militão highly values that Trianum is a 100% natural product [...] Trianum is aligned with the company's positioning, which is conscious of sustainable agricultural practices that respect the environment. 'Without a doubt

• Spidex Vital Go: the ultimate multi-hotspot performer

  March 31, 2025

  offers growers a new, accessible, and highly effective way to combat spider mites hotspots at the earliest stage. The solution offers a new level of control [...] creating a shield that suppresses spider mite infestations. How it works Spidex Vital Go utilizes sachets containing Phytoseiulus persimilis , a predatory [...] application is quick and efficient, reducing manual labor. Prolonged efficacy: Subsequent generations of predatory mites continue to protect the crop for a longer

• In Search of the Relationship Between NatuGro and Nitrogen Release

  February 18, 2020

  increase three years in a row. And not just by a small amount, but spectacularly so: by 10% to 15% every year. The main reason for this is a higher rate of flower [...] Koppert is trying to find an optimum balance in strawberry crops: is it possible to achieve the same levels of production and quality with a lower dose [...] stimulating effect of NatuGro is therefore automatically greater. As a result, the successful approach used in California is not easy to copy to other countries