• The top ten pests in roses

  August 18, 2022

  quickly. One upside is that this can quite often be done with natural enemies. Whitefly The name is misleading as this species is not a fly but an insect [...] help your crops with IPM. Koppert can supply the natural enemies needed to combat all the pests mentioned above. However, it is always advisable to take [...] stage. This is because it takes a certain amount of time to build a biological balance between natural enemies and pests. In short, a good start is half the

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  halt. How do predatory mite sachets work? The Ulti-Mite predatory mite sachet is specifically designed to support continuous reproduction of predatory mites [...] compostable Ulti-Mite sachets are crafted from specially developed foil that is 100% industrial compostable, meaning they can be responsibly disposed of along [...] Amblyseius swirskii has been on the market. Nowadays the Ulti-Mite sachet is also available for our predatory mites Amblydromalus limonicus ( Limonica

• Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  December 13, 2022

  predatory mites in these places. This is also where you'll be able to see whether your strategy is effective. If it is, the affected areas won't grow in size [...] want to know whether your IPM strategy is having an effect. Simply take a magnifying glass to quickly see how Spical is doing. Spider mites often develop in [...] advice is to check the status twice a week. But of course, in acute situations, it can't hurt to do more checks until you're sure the matter is under control

• Reducing plastic pollution: We celebrate World Environment Day

  June 5, 2023

  World Environment Day is an annual event celebrated on June 5th, serving as a global platform to raise awareness about pressing environmental issues and [...] plastic waste disrupt delicate ecosystems. Plastic pollution in agriculture is a pressing environmental issue that arises from the excessive use of plastic [...] farming practices. Recognizing the urgency, one of our sustainability missions is to work towards zero waste while using 100% eco-friendly materials for our

• Reinforced Hook For All

  July 16, 2018

  that has a moisture-resistant coating on both sides. As a result, the hook is sturdier and more resistant to moisture, so that the sachets remain firmly [...] manager Tim Bossinga explains, 'Following the launch of Swirski Ulti-Mite , Koppert started using sturdier hooks. Now we want to make this improvement available

• Ten facts about Spical

  August 3, 2022

  mites The predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus in Spical is one of the old hands at Koppert, having been used for 35 years to control spider mite. And [...] start. The Spical predatory mite is more resistant to hot, dry conditions than the predatory mite in Spidex . Spical is available in different versions: [...] the predatory mite does an excellent job. One fantastic benefit of Spical is that it can be use preventatively, ready to attack the spider mite before

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

  April 9, 2019

  Amblyseius swirskii can help you fight these infestations effectively. Well begun is half done! A pack of Swirski Mite contains predatory mites of the species [...] the same time makes it easier to scatter them through the crop. Scattering is the best method of dispersal in the case of a rapidly spreading infestation [...] insects in order to survive; it can also build up its numbers on pollen. This is extremely useful as it means you can ensure there are enough predatory mites

• World Food Day 2021

  October 15, 2021

  Koppert Foundation This year’s global theme is: ‘Our actions are our future – better production, better nutrition, a better environment and a better life’ [...] recent Resilience Food Stories below: Simon Groot - Resilience Food Stories – Is a short interview with Simon Groot - a pioneer in seed breeding - and how [...] Asia to use quality seed to grow vegetables to combat hunger and poverty. He is now focusing his efforts on Africa and Latin America. Simon Groot received

• Ten facts about spider mites

  November 19, 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 [...] and the warmer it is, the faster the reproduction. The spider mite tends to appear in the same spots in the crop. In greenhouses, this is typically on plants [...] field, you should pay close attention to warm spots where there is little wind. The variation is great – there are more than 1200 species of spider mite. Some

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  lower parts of the crop. Contact your Koppert consultant for crop-specific advice. Not only the detection of larvae is reason for a 'thrips alarm'; you also [...] in monitoring the development of infestations. Regular scouting in the crop is also essential as it allows you to trace the larvae. This increases the chance [...] monitored very well with the aid of sticky traps. If the number of thrips caught is increasing, it's time for extra action! Sticky traps lure adult thrips Keep