• Natutec Drone Leaflet - Koppert

  DRONE WE’RE ON TOP OF YOUR CROP High expectations of efficient Natutec Drone The technique is efficient and works, but the challenge is in organizing the [...] we wondered if you could use drones Initially, Koppert didn’t want to invent the wheel. Instead, it to disperse beneficials. Drones can do anything, so [...] period. The technique is both effective and efficient, because the Natutec Drone can cover a much larger number of hectares than is possible with manual

• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 19, 2024

  augmentative insect releases. If you are new to the world of beneficial insects, then review the steps below to help you start your biological program off on [...] where ant pressure is high. Start by determining which ant species you have to help you decide which bait is appropriate. Apply bait in early spring ( [...] during heatwaves. 4) 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

• Red Headed Flea Beetle Eradication Described in April 2025 GrowerTalks Issue

  April 1, 2025

  ornamental plant industry—especially if you’re dealing with red headed flea beetle. Jeremy Webber rose through several New England production facilities, and [...] We Know What Eradicates Red Headed Flea Beetle , an article by Koppert’s national ornamental consultant team manager, Jeremy Webber, appears in the April [...] building an effective bioprogram, contact Jeremy at: jwebber@koppert.com . We Know What Eradicates Redheaded Flea Beetle (GrowerTalks Magazine)

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  August 18, 2021

  Biological control is much more effective if you have a clear picture of what is happening. You should establish whether the infestation is getting worse or [...] Monitoring – systematically keeping track of how the situation is developing – is therefore crucial. In fact, this is the cornerstone of effective biological [...] Another recommendation is to keep the natural enemies in good health. Regularly check some leaves and count your little soldiers so you know whether there are

• Freezing Tolerance in Blueberries

  May 7, 2020

  to support this. Central in the schedule is the product Trianum and other biostimulants. Do you want to know more about the Koppert protocol or the different [...] The result is that we end up with a younger plant. From young wood we already know it produces bigger and higher quality fruit. But there is another advantage [...] frost damage. Do you want to prevent frost damage next spring, start already this year to create a healthy, energy rich plant. Koppert is using a variety

• Atheta

  Failure to do so can have a negative impact on their quality. In case you do need to store Atheta, please follow the instructions below. Koppert B.V. is not liable [...] Atheta? Atheta is most effective when introduced preventatively, prior to the establishment of pest populations. How does Atheta work? Atheta is a soil-dwelling [...] beetle with an aggresive appetite that is attracted to the decomposing of biological matter where their prey is typically found. As they can travel readily

• IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future

  August 18, 2021

  use of chemicals. Biological if possible, chemical if necessary. It is a flexible system that can always be adapted to new circumstances. We provide a summary [...] vegetables, but cut flowers and potted plants are also subject to ever tougher demands. You will remain a valued supplier to customers if you are able to grow [...] development of new chemicals is slowing to a crawl. The result? A shrinking range of chemical control options! The effect of chemical plant protection is decreasing

• Adapting Quickly Guarantees ‘Tomato Success’

  August 18, 2021

  prevent Botrytis is often an obvious choice. But you should realize that every time you spray, you cause a temporary plateau in the growth of your crop. This [...] even if you spray with a fully integratable product. The end of the growing cycle is the time for more radical solutions, so you can start the new season [...] nowadays growers invest more time and do a really thorough job. Keep in mind: if you have staggered planting times, you must prevent pests on an older crop

• Got Mealybugs? Here’s The Solution.

  July 11, 2025

  close. There is no such thing as a harmless mealybug—it’s important to keep pressure on the stragglers. You’ll know Isarid ™ is working when you spot infected [...] simply re-emerge to do more damage. Koppert Biocontrols can help. If the pest infestation is already at critical mass an immediate solution is Cryptobug-L , [...] so they have one job: to eat mealybugs right away. Don’t blink or you’ll miss it. You can watch them clean up a plant in as little as 15 minutes after they

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  August 18, 2021

  and is safe for both employees and prospective customers. Based on their extensive experience, Koppert's knowledgeable staff will work with you to determine [...] as it is less sensitive to chemicals, tolerates a lower humidity and has the ability to feed on multiple pests such as thrips and cyclamen mite . If hotspots [...] in-house by Koppert’s Technical Department. Koppert has used its specific know-how about the mechanics needed to disperse different carrier materials, in