• Aphids

  aphid populations and provide ongoing crop protection throughout the growing season. With Koppert’s biological solutions for aphids, professional growers can [...] wings, one of which is much larger than the other. For a large part of the season an aphid population consists of viviparous females. As reproduction is asexual

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  April 11, 2019

  Others rely entirely on the use of various natural enemies – particularly predatory mites and bugs – supported by non-chemical products. It's not yet completely [...] that thrips always requires a well-considered plan of action for the entire season. Our consultants will be happy to help you develop such a system approach [...] Health Expert Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armored scales Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver

• Pepino mosaic virus

  before symptoms are visible. Symptom development Symptoms can appear within 1–3 weeks, but infections may remain mild or unnoticed. Transmission PepMV spreads [...] PepMV LP, PepMV CH2. It also provides moderate protection against PepMV US1. This approach is based on the principle of cross-protection, where: A mild

• Leaf miners

  population size, leaf damage and yield reduction varies according to the season, culture method and the susceptibility of the host plant. This susceptibility

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in soft fruits

  Autumn/Spring Soil Larvae 1,5 to 5 billion/ha Other weevils Otiorhynchus spp. / Naupactus spp. Autumn/Spring Soil Larvae 1,5 to 5 billion/ha Caterpillars [...] species Apply once caterpillars detected. Apply 2 to 3 times - 3 to 5 days apart. Foliar Larvae 1-2 million/L spray until run off Cranberry girdler and other [...] detected (peak flight). Repeat after 7 days if necessary. Foliar Larvae 1,5 to 5 billion/ha Pest Latin Name Black Vine weevil Capirel Casea S.

• The Revolutionary Spical Ulti-Mite Sachet

  October 28, 2019

  Spical Ulti-Mite Greater certainty for the biological control of spider mite – that is what you will achieve with Spical Ulti-Mite . This 100% industrial [...] lightly curative approach is key for overall success during the cropping season. Introduction and establishment of its population can, especially under

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  April 16, 2025

  crisis that changed everything The turning point came during the 2006-2007 season. Supermarkets across Europe, especially in Germany, stopped accepting peppers [...] proved to be a game-changer. “ It worked against both thrips and whitefly - two of our biggest problems, ” he explains. “ It was effective and efficient [...] agriculture in Almeria. ” The switch wasn’t just about replacing chemicals - it was about a mindset shift. Growers began to understand that working with

• Using Capirel for healthy fruit orchards

  to sustainable nematode solutions to protect their orchards against pests – a living, natural solution for their fruit. Koppert has been producing nematodes [...] right after it rains so that the nematodes can enter the soil. In the dryer season we rely on irrigation.’ The French fruit grower has been using Capirel for

• Swirski-Mite

  prey. Pack size 50,000; 125,000 predatory mites . Presentation 500 ml bottle; 1,000 ml bottle; 6 liter bucket. Carrier Bran. Downloads Predatory Mites Whitepaper [...] soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days. Storage temperature 12-14°C/54-57°F. Storage conditions In the dark [...] tackle whitefly Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell Whitefly – small pest, big problem The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages! When

• Sciarid flies

  four larval instars, a pupal instar, and the adult. The adult insects are 1 to 5 mm long, grey-black flies with long antennae. They have relatively long [...] organic material. They occur the whole year round. The eggs are minute (0.1 to 0.25 mm) and yellowish white in colour. They are laid on the ground surface [...] close to plant roots. The larvae can grow to 5 to 12 mm in length and 0.5 to 1.5 mm in diameter. They are legless and have a conspicuous black head. The head