• A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

  levels, while also serving as a monitoring tool for pest density. Evenly distribute the sticky cards across the crop in a grid pattern. Alternatively, use [...] Prefers L3-L4 whitefly larvae stages for parasitism and targets L2 larvae for host feeding. Egg placement: Deposits a single egg in each host larva. Pupal [...] whitefly eggs and larvae, with a strong preference for newly laid eggs. The use of predatory mites is not recommended for tomato cultivation due to leaf

• Investing in thrips control: always a good idea

  March 6, 2023

  dies! Don't be complacent If you don't devote enough attention to thrips control and don't have a solid plan for the whole year, thrips can bring major [...] is that you can't get rid of a viral infection, and the crop can die from it. Investing in safety Investing in prevention and control is a must. However [...] damage. This can seriously affect the product's value or even make it unsaleable. The viruses that thrips can transmit in vegetable crops are a major threat

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  April 9, 2019

  of a pest. For example, mealy bugs , spider mites , and other mites never appear on sticky traps. And this also applies to fungi, of course. For other [...] males) love. You can use these traps to monitor whether a particular insect is present, and some types of pheromone traps can play a role in pest control [...] the culprit, as there can be various causes. And to diagnose a bacterial disease, you really need to ‘fly in’ an expert. Scouting for nature's little helpers

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  February 17, 2025

  current specialty: anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my [...] growing—remains.” Predatory mites: the backbone of a sustainable strategy For Stolk Brothers, predatory mites form the foundation of their biological crop protection [...] remember one experiment with a garlic-based product. We applied it in the evening, and by morning, the entire greenhouse smelled like a giant shawarma stand.

• Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly

  April 9, 2019

  swirskii predatory mite pierces a wide range of prey and sucks them dry. In this way, a mite attacks the young larvae of a variety of species of thrips and [...] The natural enemy Amblyseius swirskii can help you fight these infestations effectively. Well begun is half done! A pack of Swirski Mite contains predatory [...] dispersal in the case of a rapidly spreading infestation. If the infestation builds up more slowly, slow-release sachets are a more obvious choice. These

• Infestation Levels in Tomato Crops: A Look at the Top Four

  June 6, 2019

  ( Bemisia tabaci ) is a problem all over the world. In greenhouses, greenhouse whitefly( Trialeurodes vaporariorum ) also forms a significant challenge [...] but parasitic fungi can also help tackle this pest. Rollertraps are also a useful tool in the battle against whitefly: they can help in the capture and [...] Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis Tomato plants are popular targets for a wide range of insects and mites. The pests that cause the biggest problems

• Koppert Teams Up for First Automated Lettuce Farm in the UAE

  June 17, 2020

  Mediterranean regions such as Spain and Morocco are already being applied in the Middle East for many years. We will support Armela Farms with all the solutions [...] production since that date. The facility will be officially opened during the first quarter of 2021. Demand for high quality produce "This is an important [...] imported, highly-priced products. "We can achieve this vision by utilizing available resources and transforming them into a hi-tech, sustainable food production

• Natural Enemies, Now a Division of Koppert Biological Systems, Inc.

  June 27, 2019

  within the cannabis industry as a leader in chemical-free pest management. This reputation now supported by Koppert can ensure growers access to Koppert’s [...] “One of our core values is that ‘we work for growers’ and with this joint venture we are confident that we can provide our clients with even better service [...] Over the last four years the company blossomed into a leader in its field. Therefore, there was a natural merger as the two companies both strongly believe

• Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

  June 30, 2023

  and looks for a suitable place to pupate, the process by which it uses its silk glands to make a cocoon out of threads. The cocoon may be in a corner where [...] cause huge damage to crops. Of some species, a few dozen caterpillars can launch such a vicious attack on a plant within twenty-four hours that it’s no [...] nematodes: new look and ready for the future Trianum can hold its ground Trianum is a true all-rounder Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check

• Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell

  February 2, 2023

  swirskii predatory mites can do their job optimally. Only then will you be guaranteed an optimum result. Do's If you can, apply Swirski-Mite as soon as [...] this can be done later than with flowers without pollen. Use your observations as a guide. Customization is essential – choose the right product for the [...] your company, preferably on the same day. If you can't, store the product in a cool (10-15 °C), dry place for no more than one to two days. Use the swirskii