• When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

  December 13, 2022

  susceptible to other diseases and pests. ‘Obese plants’ Furthermore, an element such as nitrogen can also harm a plant's resilience. While the plant may look [...] whitefly! Now what? The 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 [...] will depend on the species and variety, but the fact remains that a plant that has been attacked will be less 'happy' and more susceptible to problems such

• Poinsettia Cultivation Has To Apply IPM

  June 27, 2019

  Program IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach Koppert IPM app The How and Why of IPM NatuGro in strawberry [...] cultivation consultant Richard Saarloos. ‘I'm trying to get DEFRA to be more nuanced in its approach to this by consulting with various stakeholders in the [...] is not sustainable, regardless of the sales market. Now is the time to make the transition. ‘Those who wait too long to make a change will be sidelined

• The value of Koppert consultants

  service is built on a strong foundation of innovation and expertise: • A market-leading range and production of BCAs • Unmatched access to the world’s largest [...] portfolio of biofungicides, mycoinsecticides, and biostimulants Get Your Free IPM Consultation Our consultancy service is built on a strong foundation of innovation [...] sell you bugs . You get a network of IPM experts who work for salary, not commission. Koppert partners with growers through regular on-site visits. We don't

• A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

  Lay eggs at the tops of plants; eggs turn brown to black within days. Lay eggs across the plant; eggs transition from yellow-green to brown. Fourth instar [...] Scout plants regularly, leveraging historical data to predict infestation trends. Introduce parasitic wasps at the first signs of whitefly presence on traps [...] whiteflies, it struggles to establish in tomato crops due to its reproductive preference for the lower two-thirds of the plant, which is often disrupted

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 25, 2022

  point in the field of biological control. Koppert has developed a whole range of products to help you tackle thrips. You don't have to go into battle alone [...] simultaneous use of different species of predatory mites is not a good idea. Also, if chemicals are necessary, be sure to tailor them to the biological control [...] and – in the case of the Rollertraps – also to capturing and removing as many flying specimens as possible. First, of course, you have to ensure that the

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

  April 16, 2025

  shift. Growers began to understand that working with nature could offer not just peace of mind, but also long-term success. “ Thanks to our predatory mites [...] solutions, based on the solutions that are already there, in nature. ” Predatory mites: a sustainable solution One of the key advantages of predatory mites [...] a wide variety of species - each with its own pest target. And there are still many more to discover, ” he says. “ We will continue to innovate and adapt

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  April 23, 2019

  always something new to learn. But how do you get started? We'll tell you what you need to know to get started! Fortunately, a lot of experience and knowledge [...] Enemies IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future Finish Clean with an IPM Based Program The How and Why of IPM The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management [...] resources to help you during your journey on the road to success. Getting started, step by step But all these tips mean you are confronted with lots of choices

• 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 past decade and is one of the most well-informed plant experts of the day regarding ornamental IPM. Her broad range of experience includes greenhouse [...] Koppert in 2021, and brings a wealth of practical knowledge and creative strategies to the topic of managing some of the most troubling pests in garden mum

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 5, 2024

  struck on the idea of a natural enemy for this pest,’ Paul Koppert, former CEO and son of Jan Koppert recalls. ‘His journey of exploration took him to research [...] decided to commercialize the first production of predatory mites for the biological control of spider mite,’ says Paul. ‘Koppert was the first to offer a [...] stricter control of chemical residues on fruit and vegetables. This forced growers to look for safe solutions, and we were more than ready to help them.’ A

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  April 16, 2025

  Commitment to biological excellence Bertha found in Koppert the perfect place to merge her love for plants with her commitment to ecological management that [...] amazed. Seeing how a plant remained healthy and vigorous thanks to these tiny allies was a revealing experience ”, she recalls. A legacy of unmatched innovation [...] by day thanks to the work of people like Bertha María Toledo, Biological Quality Coordinator at Koppert Mexico. Her role is essential to ensure that every