• Guarantee a Flying Start to Great Pollination

  August 18, 2021

  open-field crops. Each Quad contains four large bumblebee colonies enclosed in a weather-resistant outer unit. Quad units are designed with the appropriate [...] facility, ready to pollinate. No waiting for migratory bee keepers! Availability is guaranteed when orders are placed 14-16 weeks prior to delivery. Koppert [...] equipped with “bee-home” doors which allows growers to collect the workers in the unit and safely remove the bees from the field when chemical applications

• 6 Steps for a Successful Mealybug Biological Program

  March 19, 2024

  enemies, so it is crucial to apply bait where ant pressure is high. Start by determining which ant species you have to help you decide which bait is appropriate [...] 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 [...] Apply bait in early spring (March/April), before mealybugs start producing copious honeydew. 2) Start beneficial insect releases early in the season

• Top Reasons to Use Biological Control in Berries

  August 18, 2021

  For a Cleaner, Safer Berry Food Safety Fewer pesticide applications delivers a cleaner, safer berry to the final consumer. Worker Safety 100% safe for [...] REI and PHI There are no re-entry times or pre-harvest restrictions for biological control. Organic Production Biological control can be used in organic [...] miticides are currently available. Cost The cost of biological control per season is comparable to and often lower than chemical control. Eco-friendly Companies

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  them successfully in a broad spectrum of agricultural crops. A growing number of farmers are now using this natural solution that is rapidly replacing [...] making them easy to use. In this way, they can replace conventional pesticides in many crops and play a complementary role in an IPM strategy. José Maria [...] become resistant to them. In addition, the list of prohibited pesticides is growing. As beneficial nematodes do not need registration in most countries, they

• Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals

  August 18, 2021

  The fact 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 [...] 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 [...] remain in a dormant state until released) with a gel formulation which significantly lengthens the shelf life by several weeks (up to 16 weeks in some cases)

• Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

  March 2, 2026

  presents a handful of situations where you can use bios to clean up nightmare pest scenarios without having to dip into your chemical locker. In the article [...] rs . In an interesting twist, he shares the main reason BCA consultants recommend chemical pesticides for spider mite knockdown. Jeremy Webber is an IPM [...] facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. Jeremy’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles

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

  June 27, 2019

  company blossomed into a leader in its field. Therefore, there was a natural merger as the two companies both strongly believe in using biocontrol products [...] the leader in chemical-free pest management in commercial cannabis cultivation. Howell, MI. July 1, 2019– Koppert Biological Systems, Inc. is thrilled to [...] Koppert Biological Systems is the leading provider of biological solutions in the horticulture and agriculture industries. In partnership with nature, we

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 24, 2024

  Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001. “In 1967, our founder Jan Koppert reached a major breakthrough by being the first to [...] " says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we launched our Swirski-Mite solution, a game-changer in crop protection [...] and invested in facilities for mass production, resulting in an effective and viable solution. Those breakthroughs in turn have served as a launch pad for

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001. “In 1967, our founder Jan Koppert reached a major breakthrough by being the first to [...] " says Peter. “In 2006, I was part of another pivotal moment in our history when we launched our Swirski-Mite solution, a game-changer in crop protection [...] and invested in facilities for mass production, resulting in an effective and viable solution. Those breakthroughs in turn have served as a launch pad for

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 4, 2023

  security – a need more pressing than ever. Our holistic solutions for soil health In our relentless pursuit of fostering healthy soils, we take a multi-faceted [...] This not only boosts nutrient use efficiency but also leads to a reduction in nutrient loss, a critical aspect of sustainable soil management. Crucially, our [...] agricultural soil does not solely rest in the hands of governments or growers. Education plays a pivotal role in shaping our future. We already possess