Knowing & recognizing

dozens of illustrations of the most prevalent pests, diseases and their natural enemies. This book provides the reader with the necessary information to [...] to understand the interaction between pests, diseases and their natural enemies. It explains how they spread in the crop, the damage they can cause, and [...] sustainable horticulture and agriculture, while working in partnership with nature.

Leaf miners

marketable yields. Biological control of leaf miners combines effective natural enemies and monitoring tools to target different pest stages: Beneficial [...] leaf miner affecting various crops in temperate parts of the world. Under natural conditions, the larvae of these species are parasitized by parasitic wasps [...] cause few problems. However, the use of chemical insecticides kills these natural enemies, allowing the leaf miner population to erupt into serious numbers

Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

all life stages of spider mites. No side effects: a natural solution without harm to other natural enemies or pollinators. No resistance development: unlike [...] unlike chemical pesticides, pests do not develop resistance to natural predators. No residue: supporting growers to meet residue requirements or organic [...] Over the years, we have further specialized in producing a big range of natural enemies and have several patents to our name. Our stability in breeding

Steinernema feltiae

sawflies. Steinernema feltiae nematodes infect their hosts by entering through natural openings, releasing symbiotic bacteria that kill the host within a few days [...] the soil as a biological control method to target pest larvae, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture [...] suitable host, Steinernema feltiae nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria

Heterorhabditis bacteriophora

Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes infect their hosts by entering through natural openings or the cuticle. Once inside the host, they release symbiotic bacteria [...] are usually applied to the soil. This biological control method, offers a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture [...] Heterorhabditis bacteriophora nematodes enter the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria

BioSulfur-S: Healthier crops, effortless application

helping reducing labor and operational costs Mix partner : Its hydrophilic nature and liquid-friendly formulation make it an ideal tank mix partner—no clumps [...] care. Explore our Solutions At Koppert, we combine innovation, science, and nature to help growers achieve healthier, stronger, and more resilient crops. For [...] pioneers in sustainable agriculture, developing solutions that work with nature—whether it’s biological pest control , plant growth enhancers, or crop

Beneficial nematodes to control pests in outdoor crops

believe the answers to these agricultural challenges lie in nature itself. So we partner with nature. And strive for a healthy future. Growing a resilient crop [...] ambushing prey insect. Once they have found a host insect, they penetrate its natural body openings. The nematodes then release pathogenic bacteria they carry [...] in developing sustainable solutions against diseases and pests. We use natural enemies to combat pests, bumblebees for pollination , microbials, and b

Steinernema carpocapsae

Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes infect their hosts by entering through natural openings. Once inside the host, they release symbiotic bacteria that kill [...] or sprayed onto plant foliage as a biological control method, offering a natural and environmentally friendly approach to pest management in agriculture [...] host, Steinernema carpocapsae nematodes penetrate the pest's body through natural openings. Once inside the pest, the nematodes release symbiotic bacteria

Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

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 [...] effectiveness of Rhyzobug . As well as the optimal conditions using this natural enemy, making sure you as a grower will reach the best and most effective [...] you need to know To support you in comprehending how our new introduced natural enemy Rhyzobug can support you in controlling mealybugs and armoured scales

Aphidius matricariae

role in biological pest control of aphids . This small wasp is a valuable natural enemy in both agricultural and horticultural settings. Aphidius matricariae [...] matricariae is used for the control of the following pests: Myzus spp. The natural enemy Aphidius matricariae is available at Koppert as Aphipar-M . Aphidius [...] strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use Aphidius matricariae The natural enemy Aphidius matricariae is most effective between 15 and 25°C (59 and