• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  September 30, 2024

  listening to growers and anticipating their problems is a daily routine at Koppert. It means that a number of factors need to work together. ‘Thanks to our [...] future. At Koppert we are on a mission to change the face of agriculture; to offer our biological solutions to growers as a sustainable and reliable alternative [...] do this 4 to 5 times a day. This means that they have a voracious appetite for pest insects in the crop. ‘They show an incredible capacity to convert pests

• When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

  December 13, 2022

  having a notably bad reputation. The transmission of viruses is a major concern, considering that plants cannot fight back. Once a crop has to contend [...] Spread of Whitefly What is Biological Control? A pest like whitefly has a direct impact on the resilience of a crop. It's not just the pest's feeding on the [...] poses a risk of virus transmission. Worse still is the likelihood that other diseases and pests will strike – as a grower, you certainly want to avoid

• Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armored scales An impressive range of predatory mite solutions thanks to continuous research and innovations How a little predatory [...] GrowerTalks Magazine A life-long passion for predatory mites The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of [...] The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control A life-long passion for predatory mites Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

• Integrated crop management: the key to sustainable business operations

  September 20, 2022

  Afford to Ignore Koppert At Cultivate 2026 Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armored scales 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program A viable [...] making the right choices and, if you do need to use chemicals, using selective control products. This helps to create wealth of natural enemies both above and [...] ! Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars Investing in thrips control: always a good idea The various stages of the spider mite Getting a handle on the

• Koppert Experts To Appear At Cultivate ’25

  June 26, 2025

  They’ll cover how to get an IPM system to work well, managing IPM systems, and what it takes to be successful on the ground from year to year. Jeremy rose [...] the leading horticulture events in North America, providing a wide range of opportunities to explore and network with industry colleagues. In Cultivate’s [...] experienced researchers and horticulture experts gather to share the knowledge and tools attendees need to become more efficient and productive with their IPM

• Fusarium opens the door to other diseases and pests

  June 29, 2022

  at breaking down a plant's defenses. Even if a crop manages to maintain its defenses, a Fusarium infection can still cause the plant to weaken, opening [...] have a devastating impact on plant resilience. This opens up the door for other diseases and pests to strike. Plants have a natural resistance to diseases [...] Botrytis problems often have company A Botrytis infection can sometimes create conditions for other pathogens to strike. But it also works the other way

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  thrips Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly! How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’? Keep a Close Eye on Thrips All species [...] leads to discolored spots and dots. These patches are brown on white roses and white on red roses. Early damage to a cucumber fruit causes it to grow curved [...] leaves. Despite this, affected leeks usually command a lower price due to their less attractive appearance. A general side effect of thrips infestation is reduced

• Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

  effective tool to control armoured scale. How to recognize damage of armoured scales Armoured scales can cause severe damage in your crop and can have a significant [...] continuous pursuit to help growers biologically control pests in their outdoor crops, we are excited to introduce the newest member to our family: Rhyzobug [...] insects Easy and safe to apply No resistance possible Easy to combine with other natural enemies like Aphytis melinus Makes it easier to comply with the pesticide

• More than solutions, a partner in your success

  access to IPM consultants who work alongside you to understand your operation and guide your decisions. Talk to an IPM Expert A simpler way to get started [...] and regional support across the US From a global presence in 100+ countries and over 58 years of experience to a team of 30+ consultants across the United [...] products; you gain a network of IPM experts who are salaried, not commission-based. Through regular on-site visits, we partner with growers to deliver practical

• Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

  the even distribution of this material up to a distance of 10-12 metres from the Airobug. Airbug The Airbug is a hand-held blower used for both full field [...] even distribution of this material up to a distance of 3-5 metres from the Airbug. Mini-Airbug The Mini-Airbug is a hand-held blower used for full field [...] even distribution of this material up to a distance of 2-3 metres from the Mini-Airbug. More information? Subscribe to our newsletter Airbug Airobug Mini-Airbug