• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  Amblyseius swirskii is not only an extremely effective glutton, it can also be used in many crops and under a great variety of circumstances. In the first instance [...] this is how Swirski-Mite is viewed by the market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms [...] It is still the benchmark, the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new

• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  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 corbetti [...] biological solution to control every species in every crop. Koppert is, therefore, investing in more R&D in this area. Ornamentals cultivation consultant [...] importance of Horiver yellow and how its use can help growers to see whether or not a pest is there and how it is evolving.

• Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals

  August 18, 2021

  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 [...] cases). ‘This is because nematodes use less energy during their hibernation in the gel formulation. When used on time, they are more energetic to do the [...] that there’s no visible residue, is another major advantage for the end-user, because the new formula, dissolved in water, is a transparent solution. The former

• In Search of the Relationship Between NatuGro and Nitrogen Release

  February 18, 2020

  used in California is not easy to copy to other countries. In the Netherlands, for example, it has not been possible to achieve a similar increase in production [...] pathogens. Together with NovaCropControl, Koppert is trying to find an optimum balance in strawberry crops: is it possible to achieve the same levels of production [...] NatuGro? And what level of nitrogen makes the plants more attractive to aphids , for example, and what is the precise reason for this? What are the limits

• 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 [...] story. In the cultivation of raspberries in greenhouses, the large raspberry aphid (Amphorophota idaei) is a constant cause for concern, and in the cultivation [...] 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

• Top Reasons to Use Biological Control in Berries

  August 18, 2021

  There are no re-entry times or pre-harvest restrictions for biological control. Organic Production Biological control can be used in organic production where [...] miticides are currently available. Cost The cost of biological control per season is comparable to and often lower than chemical control. Eco-friendly Companies [...] Searching for and eliminating the mite population quickly and effectively even in areas that chemicals are unable to reach. Resistance Management Biological

• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  Over time it grew to be one of the most important products for our growers. As the result of many years of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is now delivered [...] 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 [...] After introduction of “white” Spidex Vital it therefore is a clear proof of predation when red Spidex Vital is observed. FAQ You can find everything you

• Jeremy Webber Discusses Limonica In GrowerTalks Magazine

  February 1, 2025

  His deep dive covers how active the mite is in much cooler weather, its mean attitude toward other bugs , and its capacity to breed faster to keep up with [...] teams in the field and in the lab and has a tremendous amount of knowledge regarding modern (IPM) strategies to share. His extensive background in the industry [...] Consultant Team Manager, Jeremy Webber, has an article in the February, 2025 edition of GrowerTalks magazine. In A Meaner Mite For A Badder Bug he gives an overview

• Beneficial nematodes to control pests in outdoor crops

  of experience. Growing in a sustainable manner with respect for our future generations makes it even more challenging. Koppert is committed to help you [...] to combat spider mite in horticulture. In doing so, he laid the foundation for today’s Koppert. Now Koppert’s third generation is introducing this valuable [...] nematodes are resuspended in water and dispersed over the crop by using spraying/irrigation systems most commonly used in agriculture. But… you are not

• Want to Tackle Diseases and Pests in Roses?

  July 14, 2020

  but it mainly works with high temperatures and humidity. Focus on plant resilience It is becoming more and more apparent that crop resilience is a crucial [...] greatest assets in your efforts to combat this pest. As the population of spider mites increases rapidly under dry, hot conditions, it is advisable to start [...] catch early . Caterpillars In order to know the type of butterfly you are dealing with when faced with caterpillars , it is useful to set out pheromone