• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  mite development including eggs, juveniles, growing nymphs, and adults, for prolonged and continuous activity in the crop. Trials showed a greater cumulative [...] leaves and proof of predation by Spidex Vital mites. Thanks to Koppert’s continuous R&D drive and upgraded production process, both quality and supply [...] making it even more effective for growers worldwide. Predatory mites in more different stages of development prolong and dramatically increase their effect

• Premium quality around the world

  March 17, 2023

  specialized packaging, and attention to handling, storage, and shipping conditions. It takes a great deal of knowledge and technology and strict adherence to [...] beneficials, bumblebees, and microbials – all natural products – delivered to customers alive and kicking is not exactly the easiest task in the world. That [...] they need to arrive on time and with their quality perfectly preserved. Koppert pulls out all the stops to achieve that for its customers. Getting beneficials

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 8, 2024

  capturing and monitoring functionalities of the product. 'The transparent upper part in the packaging now also showcases the hanging device for easy application [...] unnecessary use of chemical agents. Moreover, by regularly conducting counts, it becomes clear when pests enter the greenhouse, how they develop, and when a [...] extended range of sticky traps features pest-specific colours for enhanced efficacy and proven results. Availability As these products are stocked throughout

• Crucial Information on Pollination at High Temperatures

  August 11, 2020

  temperature, humidity, and radiation is therefore essential for both plant and pollinator. The White Paper also provides a useful ‘summary of actions to [...] to fruit set, yield, and quality, but are you clear on how hot climate conditions impact on both the pollinator and the plant, and the interactions between [...] Keep them Cool this Summer! Optimum Conditions for Bumblebees Pollination Under Artificial Lights Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry

• Perfect Potted Hydrangeas for Super-Strict Customers

  December 6, 2019

  sed plant nursery grows tomatoes and peppers and produces potted hydrangeas , mostly for retailers including IKEA and Albert Heijn. Potted hydrangea c [...] are thrips , aphids , and spider mites . Thrips are tackled once at the start of cultivation using a combination of Mainspring® and an attractant; aphids [...] treated several times with Teppeki®, and spider mites are dealt with using a range of enemies, including Spidex , Spical , and Swirski-Mite . At the same time

• Adapting Quickly Guarantees ‘Tomato Success’

  April 30, 2019

  crop healthy for almost a year. Your focus shifts throughout the cultivation cycle: in the beginning it's on development and prevention, and afterwards on [...] insects. It's also wise to use parasitic wasps and predatory bugs at an early stage so they can develop a sizable population and keep problems under control [...] increasingly important, as this is the only opportunity for you as a grower to thoroughly tackle diseases and pests, without having to fear collapse of the biological

• Prevention: the most powerful weapon in the fight against Fusarium

  December 13, 2022

  worldwide and can infect many plants. In addition to causing wilting, Fusarium wilt is also responsible for causing rot in fruit and in the stems and base of [...] of plants, spoiling after harvest, spots on leaves, and dried-out grains. And unfortunately, an infection can be difficult to identify at the start. Fusarium [...] keep Fusarium at bay. This fungus competes with Fusarium in the soil for nutrients and can even destroy this harmful fungus. However, it is important to apply

• Koppert Launches NatuGro System for California Strawberry Growers

  November 13, 2018

  El-Aaidi, Sales Manager for Koppert. “If a grower doesn’t make at least two dollars for every dollar spent on NatuGro, we will not charge him a dime. We’ve [...] dollars for every dollar spent on NatuGro.” For more information on the NatuGro system, click here . *Due to government regulations these products and offer [...] Systems, a leading provider of safe, natural solutions for improving crop health, resilience and production, recently announced the introduction of its

• Pollination Under Artificial Lights

  October 4, 2018

  wide range of conditions and climates. Its Natupol hives are under continuous development and feature the latest innovations for optimal pollination of [...] greenhouse fruit and vegetables. The best practices and advice it now shares with growers is based on more than 30 years’ experience in the field and valuable [...] on and Growing Lights' gives advice on when to open and close hives, the best placement of hives, the benefits of its ‘Bee vision’ innovation, and influencing

• Ten facts about Spical

  August 3, 2022

  Spical is one of the old hands at Koppert, having been used for 35 years to control spider mite. And the battle’s being won: the predatory mite does an excellent [...] make webs, both in greenhouses and outdoors. The product can be used in vegetable crops (except tomatoes), cut flowers, and fruit. The predatory mite in [...] Mediterranean Sea and in North and South America. Neoseiulus californicus mainly eats spider mites but can also survive on other mites, insects, and pollen. As