• New Look Sachet for Spical-Plus

  June 18, 2020

  available as of July 20, 2020. The material, content and application of the new Spical -Plus sachet remain the same. The sachet itself acts as a rearing system [...] years for the biocontrol of destructive spider mites . The new sachet is slimmer and trimmer than the former square version. Spical-Plus , with its elongated [...] system for the slow release of predatory mites over a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Spider mite can cause severe damage in any crops. Neoseiulus californicus

• Protect Poinsettias From Whiteflies

  April 15, 2025

  review of the benefits of an IPM program for the poinsettia grower explores the aim of the program, its advantages, and the growing importance of IPM in [...] from the very first week the crop hits the facility. Koppert’s poinsettia experts can help figure out the best timing and application strategy for a particular [...] sticking out of the soil. An IPM program starts from the roots, works its way to the foliage, and helps monitor for invasive pests throughout the growing cycle

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00 [...] sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] filters Place the Natupol hive with the WBH on a Natupol Hive Support. Alternatively use pneumatic opening systems. Don’t close the screens when the bumblebees

• New Sachet Improves Spider Mite Control

  November 1, 2018

  crop. Fully compostable The new Spical Ulti-Mite sachets can be disposed of together with the crop waste. The sachet is made of a newly-developed foil that [...] sachet that creates a better environment for the predatory mite to build up its population. The superior quality of the foil ensures the breeding system is [...] spider mite in a variety of greenhouse crops, can now also be applied to outdoor crops such as citrus and grapes. With the introduction of Spical Ulti-Mite

• Whitefly – small pest, big problem

  February 2, 2023

  is one of the most serious. The larvae and mature insects can pick up the virus before transmitting it in the adult stage. Even more misery The tobacco [...] sap from plants. The sap contains a variety of sugars; the excess is secreted as honeydew. In many cases, sooty mold will form on the honeydew, which growers [...] tobacco whitefly brings with it even more negatives. The larvae of the tobacco whitefly inject enzymes into the plant, causing damage. This can include irregular

• Koppert Collaborates to Launch Free Biocontrol Tool

  February 14, 2020

  healthier food. The launch comes as CABI and its partners mark the inaugural International Year of Plant Health which aims to raise awareness of the importance [...] food, and reduce pressures on the environment. Users of the portal enter their country and crop pest problem query to start a search which generates information [...] importance of plant health in addressing world hunger, poverty, threats to the environment and economic development. The BioProtection Portal will be particularly