• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 25, 2022

  are perfect for the job. For example, there are parasitic nematodes such as Steinernema feltiae . Or a product like Isarid ; when the spores of the fungus [...] developed a whole range of products to help you tackle thrips. You don't have to go into battle alone! When tackling a pest such as thrips , it is vital to [...] ly. While a whole range of products is available to control thrips , not all products can be used together without causing other issues. For example, the

• Effective Control of Spider Mite and Thrips

  July 6, 2020

  predatory mite is on the prowl. The predatory mite is a tough one and won’t be fazed if the spider mite makes itself scarce: it can survive for a while without [...] determine which of these two beneficials are more effective against spider mite. For indoor crops, a combination of Spical -Plus and Spidex is particularly [...] always a threat, this doesn’t mean that a crop will always suffer. There are ways to keep spider mites at bay, one of them being predatory mites – the spider

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  biocontrol is defined as "the use of a population of one organism to reduce the population of another organisms" (van Lenteren et al. 2017). It is based on [...] parasitic wasp Encarsia formosa followed for the control of whitefly . Nowadays, a wide range of natural enemies is used against the major pests in greenhouse [...] Benefits of Integrated Pest Management IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future The How and Why of IPM Finish

• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 14, 2024

  Consider your compatible sprays There may come a time when you need to do a knockdown spray. Review your options ahead of time, and consider chemical side [...] Ants farm mealybugs for honeydew, and will protect them from natural enemies, so it is crucial to apply bait where ant pressure is high. Start by determining [...] Provide habitat for beneficials When possible, create habitats for beneficial insects with cover crops, insectary rows, or hedge rows. For Citripar (Anagyrus)

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  mission as a producer company, to improve and care for the health of the crop, its workers and the final consumer, who now can enjoy a product that is completely [...] Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe [...] and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  April 16, 2019

  (it varies a bit depending on the species of thrips). And under optimum conditions, a population of western flower thrips is even capable of doubling within [...] damage on phalaenopsis A quick response is required if thrips are to be brought under control. A small spot with thrips can become a real infestation in no [...] higher the temperature it is, the more active the thrips are and the faster they multiply. This is why the insects feel so at home in a warm greenhouse. Other

• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  Municipality of Venray a third of the tree stock in the area, some 11,000 trees, is oak. ‘We’ve been using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem as a curative [...] caterpillar for several years,’ explains Joep van Bergeijk, coordinator of oak processionary caterpillar management for the Municipality of Venray. ‘We [...] locations in outlying areas where there might be protected species of butterfly and moth. The major benefit of Entonem is that nematodes kill fewer other

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 5, 2023

  solutions for soil health In our relentless pursuit of fostering healthy soils, we take a multi-faceted approach, offering a wide variety of bio-stimulant [...] beneficial fungi and bacteria, creating a vibrant soil food web that is fundamental for human sustenance. Overuse of artificial fertilizers disrupts soil [...] adaptability of crops to challenging environmental conditions. Additionally, the use of our beneficial insects reduces the dependency on a wide array of conventional

• Amazone Plants continues the path of organic cultivation

  netting at a good rate over a longer period. This means that there is always a strong population in the greenhouse crop and control of the thrips is maintained [...] end of the market. Biological plant protection is an additional pillar that supports this position. ‘This type of plant protection is a godsend for us.’ [...] therefore sprays a product of natural origin, such as Mycotal, twice a year, in the spring and in the autumn. Wim van der Meer explains, ‘Koppert is involved in

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 17, 2025

  It all started with a stick, a spider nest, and a curious boy exploring the Andalusian countryside. From a young age, Jose Eduardo Belda (Innovation Manager [...] Within just a few years, he and the team developed a reliable, proven protocol based on Amblyseius swirskii and Orius . It was a turning point. “For the first [...] them the cornerstone of many integrated pest management (IPM) strategies in the region. Behind these successes is a solid foundation of research. From lab