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

  June 4, 2019

  natural enemies and expertise in this project. The poultry red mite is a huge problem for the egg sector as an infestation rate of 90% on poultry farms causes [...] n strategy for the entire egg sector to raise awareness, which aims to have long-lasting effects. This should result in the majority of poultry farmers [...] farmers being aware of IPM strategies 10 years after the project ends. As of now, this project is solely based in Europe.

• The top ten pests in roses

  August 17, 2022

  Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths. They can feed on large amounts of leaves, causing damage to the crop in this way. The species of caterpillar [...] several variants of this insect. Mealybugs suck the sap out of plants and weaken them. The sugars in the sap are secreted out again by the bugs and form honeydew [...] prepared for the main threats. Thrips and spider mites are right at the top of the list! Thrips Various types of thrips exist, but they all employ the same strategy:

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 24, 2022

  disrupting the natural balance within the crop. A choice of predatory mites In ornamental crops, predatory mites are the foot soldiers in the battle against [...] as sweet peppers and aubergines, the preventative introduction of the predatory bug Orius is an important basis in the fight against thrips. But beware: [...] are present, and – in the case of the Rollertraps – also to capturing and removing as many flying specimens as possible. First, of course, you have to

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  August 18, 2021

  infestation in no time! The temperature in particular determines how quickly the problem spreads: the higher the temperature it is, the more active the thrips [...] and the faster they 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 [...] species of thrips). And under optimum conditions, a population of western flower thrips is even capable of doubling within just four days! Thrips are extremely

• Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

  July 6, 2020

  contains the predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus . The younger stages of the spider mite are in particular danger if this predatory mite is on the prowl [...] controlling the spider mite population. The predatory mites’ strength lies in how these two beneficials work together. In outdoor crops only the curative [...] mite, Stratiolaelaps scimitus, that live on the soil around the plant and eat the thrips pupae that fall to the ground.

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 18, 2024

  reducing bottlenecks in the supply chain. Enhancing profitability Market demand for fruit and vegetables can fluctuate throughout the harvesting season. [...] t intervals will offer growers flexibility and help them be in control of their moment of harvest, maximizing yield and quality. [...] changing conditions. One of these challenges is managing pest and disease pressure while maintaining productivity and considering the strict regulations regarding

• Prevention: the most powerful weapon in the fight against Fusarium

  December 13, 2022

  wilting, Fusarium wilt is also responsible for causing rot in fruit and in the stems and base of plants, spoiling after harvest, spots on leaves, and dried-out [...] Growers worldwide have to deal with the soil-borne fungal disease Fusarium wilt . As the name suggests, wilting is the most common symptom, but this soil-borne [...] soil-borne fungus can manifest itself in other ways depending on the crop. The best tip we can give growers is that prevention is better than cure. Fusarium

• Natural Enemies, Now a Division of Koppert Biological Systems, Inc.

  June 27, 2019

  team have developed and grown the Natural Enemies name into one of the leaders in the industry. With the addition of the Koppert supply chain, our goal [...] With the explosion of the cannabis market, Koppert US has acquired Natural Enemies; the leader in chemical-free pest management in commercial cannabis [...] chemicals. The two companies also share the ambition in providing superior customer service and educating growers about the benefits and the patience needed

• Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

  March 2, 2026

  article in the February 2026 issue of GrowerTalks. It’s an insightful take on the bio vs chemical pesticide dynamic. Titled Bios To The Rescue , the piece [...] a handful of situations where you can use bios to clean up nightmare pest scenarios without having to dip into your chemical locker. In the article, Jeremy [...] Jeremy refutes the often heard statement: “Bios only work preventatively.” He provides an alternate, and in his opinion more accurate, statement and offers

• Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops

  February 3, 2023

  effective solution in various crops, both in the greenhouse and the field. Ph ytoseiulus persimilis is a strong predatory mite that can thrive in multiple conditions [...] over the leaves of crops that grow hairs or glandular hairs – the tomato plant for example. In this crop, predatory bugs and gall midges are the natural [...] conditions. This means that you can use Spidex in a wide variety of crops, including vegetables (in the greenhouse and field), cut flowers, potted plants