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

  April 1, 2025

  We Know What Eradicates Red Headed Flea Beetle , an article by Koppert’s national ornamental consultant team manager, Jeremy Webber, appears in the April [...] to rate, location, timing, and application methods of the biosolution. It’s an interesting behind the scenes look into the journey from discovery to practical [...] and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. He’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles, using both

• NatuGro in strawberry

  attempt to discover and utilize natural principles forms the backbone of Koppert’s activities. Koppert has done so for 50 years. It all started when cucumber [...] vital, their vigour is improved, and their resilience is increased. Koppert’s extensive know-how in micro-organisms, biostimulants and pheromones has inspired [...] the point that diseases hardly stand a chance. This has strengthened Koppert’s commitment to microbiology. The identification of fungi and bacteria which

• Phil Gerry at CAES Symposium at UCONN

  September 3, 2025

  of predators right where it counts and handles like a video game. Koppert’s Phil Gerry will be demonstrating how the Natutec Airobreez works at the upcoming [...] Ornamental Growers in New Haven, Connecticut. He’ll also be explaining why it’s so revolutionary. If the Natutec Airobreez is not on your radar yet, or you’d [...] the event web page . Phil Gerry is a Technical Sales Consultant for Koppert’s Northeast Region, covering New England and New York. He was a lead grower for

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  attracted to them. Even if there’s a contamination hotspot in the crop, you’re unlikely to find anything on the sticky traps. It’s logical really – the mites [...] this point, it’s essential that the spider mite is under control. Additional natural enemies will no longer be of any use. Often, it’s better to control [...] mites don’t fly. To uncover this pest, it’s important to make regular checks of your crop. A good guideline is a weekly check of the entire crop, with particular

• Thrips

  Beneficial fungi can provide an additional line of defense. With Koppert’s biological solutions for thrips, professional growers can achieve reliable

• Protect Young Plants Now with Bacilirid™ and Isarid™

  February 1, 2025

  insecticides can be important components of a grower’s BioSolution, individualized for each crop by Koppert’s team of experts. Timing and application methods [...] conventional products. Isarid™ is a naturally occurring insecticidal fungus that’s safe to use around most beneficial insects. It targets a wide range of ornamental [...] immediately. Once the cuticle is penetrated, the Isarid™ microbe disrupts the host’s internal organs and initiates tissue necrosis, leading to inactivity and death

• Nothing beats original

  Original stories Dive into the rich history and innovative spirit behind Koppert’s predatory mite solutions. Since 1967, we have been at the top of our game helping [...] providing a sustainable alternative to chemical pesticides. Meet Koppert’s innovative lineup of predatory mites. Our commitment to continuous innovation

• Apple

  (often named Malus domestica by mistake) is best known for the apple, the tree’s usually sweet and pomaceous fruit. Apples originate from Asia and Europe and

• Trial results beneficial nematodes in fruit orchards

  damage but it’s not excessive,’ he confirms. ‘We do it every year to avoid pest invasion so it is fully included in the treatment programme. It’s a must have [...] water to correspond with the quantity of nematodes,’ Michel explains. ‘It’s easy to dilute in this way.’ Michel says it is easy to apply if the ground [...] not present any risk for users and the formulation is 100% biodegradable. It’s a natural, living solution with a long shelf life in the fridge,’ Michel concludes

• Written in GrowerTalks: "BioSolutions for Propagators" by Jeremy Webber

  December 1, 2024

  process, including stock plants, rooting, and bulking up for shipping. It’s an grower-centric read for propagators and other industry professionals curious [...] and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. He’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles, using both [...] championing hybrid BioSolutions. GrowerTalks magazine has been the industry’s voice for ornamental horticulture since 1937. Growers and propagators turn