• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  Even more impact on spider mite control! It all started with Spidex ( Phytoseiulus persimilis ) at Koppert more than 50 years ago. From day one this predatory [...] of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is now delivered in a new formulation; with a greater impact on spider mite control: Spidex Vital Born to fight Spidex [...] travelling the given distance. In a bottle of Spidex Vital a more diverse population composition is present, so when applied in hotspots the adults are followed

• New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits

  March 21, 2019

  and in greenhouses in the Netherlands prompted him to become the first grower of small fruits under artificial lighting in greenhouses in 2016. It was [...] predator took little effort: it is only necessary to set out five pots per hectare per week. This was started in week two, early on in the first cultivation period [...] much time to build up its population in order to keep the entire greenhouse free of aphids.' It was therefore decided from then on to immediately release

• Koppert Actively Participates in the Legal Cannabis Market

  December 20, 2019

  liberalization relates to smoking cannabis, processing it into oils and lotions, and using it in food products. At Koppert, former team leader Erik van [...] agents can be used. It clearly explains why these companies are interested in our products and knowledge." Large numbers of natural enemies In practice, cannabis [...] this crop in this way is relatively new, which means a lot of knowledge is being exchanged between the Koppert subsidiaries in these countries. In addition

• Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals

  August 18, 2021

  of the savings on shipping costs. Koppert is consistentlysearching for ways to improve not only quality of its products but also how it can help the growers' [...] residue is left on the leaves or fruit of the crop. After a long trajectory of research and development, Koppert is replacing the clay matrix (in which the nematodes [...] remain in a dormant state until released) with a gel formulation which significantly lengthens the shelf life by several weeks (up to 16 weeks in some cases)

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  had assumed that they didn’t have it in their crops – it turned out to be quite a nasty surprise when they did find it. Another example is Dichromothrips [...] biological solution to control every species in every crop. Koppert is, therefore, investing in more R&D in this area. Ornamentals cultivation consultant [...] problems may be more severe in other countries. In Germany for example, there are growers who can no longer cope with chemicals. It requires such enormous effort

• Swirski-Mite Plus, Now in Even Better Shape

  July 2, 2019

  protected cultivation market in 2006 when these mites instantly became one of the most successful biological control agents in Europe. At the time, fresh [...] Koppert Biological Systems for the effective control of thrips and whitefly in many crops worldwide. The packaging containing predatory mites will have a [...] control product containing predatory mites will have a new look that reflects its quality and reliability even more,’ says Koppert Product Manager, Tim Bossinga

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates [...] solutions have not only proven to be successful but also reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated

• Investing in thrips control: always a good idea

  March 6, 2023

  and the crop can die from it. Investing in safety Investing in prevention and control is a must. However, the investment in biological control is offset [...] low residue levels and higher productivity. In short, investing in thrips control is always a good idea! Get in touch with our experts! [...] biological beneficials in the fight against thrips can be expensive, but don't let that stop you from using these natural enemies. It will cost you much more

• Top Reasons to Use Biological Control in Berries

  August 18, 2021

  for biological control. Organic Production Biological control can be used in organic production where few miticides are currently available. Cost The cost [...] and often lower than chemical control. Eco-friendly Companies can capitalize on marketing an eco-friendly product. Plant Health Biological control reduces [...] Searching for and eliminating the mite population quickly and effectively even in areas that chemicals are unable to reach. Resistance Management Biological

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  farm products. Based in Michoacán, Mexico, this family business started using biological control in its raspberry production when it successfully controlled [...] biological control of pests and diseases in crops such as raspberries, led them to make the decision to implement this tool in the production of Hass avocado. The [...] has allowed them to go one step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number of pests such as thrips , brown