• An impressive range of predatory mite solutions thanks to continuous research and innovations

  July 17, 2024

  containers. You can imagine that we didn’t travel that far! Today, our mites need to reach the far corners of the world, so we have had to change our packing [...] is to work towards the better health of people and the planet; to help growers and optimize cultivation and reduce the impact on the environment. This is [...] effective and labor-saving. ‘The feeder mites in the sachets ensure the predatory mites have a snack on their way to their destination. The number of predatory

• Biocontrol for Spider Mites

  April 24, 2020

  control pests in outdoor crops The various stages of the spider mite Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under [...] damage to the host plant by feeding on plant tissue and plant sap, primarily on the underside of leaves where they pierce the cells and suck out the contents [...] spider mites on cucumber plants, and thus laid the foundation for the biological control of many plant pests on numerous plants in the horticultural and

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  December 10, 2024

  "How can we possibly explain to our children and grandchildren that we once sprayed poison on the food we eat and the flowers in our homes?" Rianne asks [...] vital role during the introduction and rollout.’ Making biocontrol the norm In the Netherlands, the use of biocontrol has become the norm when it comes [...] our beneficial insects and mites and how they work, and we have the advantage of producing the best quality on the market.’ ‘We know that it is better to

• Ten Facts About Thrips

  April 26, 2019

  occidentalis on a leaf 1. How can you recognize thrips ? These flying insects are slender and extremely small (between 0.5 and 2.5 mm long). 2. The thrips family [...] effective against thrips, you need to know which intruder you are dealing with. Koppert's experts help you determine the identity of the intruders. 4. Thrips [...] weapon in its arsenal: the pupae are often in the soil. This stage can be tackled with parasitic nematodes. 9. The thrips don't like the cold and will rest

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach IPM: The Answer to the Challenges of the Future The How and Why of IPM [...] produced on a large scale and released ahead of every crop cycle. This was the start of the Koppert Biological Systems. The first natural enemy The first [...] Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under control? Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops Release Spical

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• Why Some Thrips Management Strategies Are No Longer Enough

  September 28, 2026

  problem. Recommended for you Why Is Thrips parvispinus Changing the Rules of the Game? Thrips parvispinus: The Tiny Pest Growers Can't Afford to Ignore Koppert [...] agents that can establish, reproduce, and remain active within the crop over time. In this new reality, successful programs depend on the ability of beneficial [...] anticipate the biology and behavior of pests such as Thrips parvispinus . Today, the challenge is no longer simply reacting more effectively. The challenge

• Natutec Mini-Airbug

  provided in the table on the underside of the pot Fill the dosing pot with the material to be released and close the lid Place the fully charged battery [...] metres (depending on product/carrier material). Application Adjust the size of the holes in the dosing pot to the required dosage based on the information provided [...] in the belt bag Adjust belt around your waist Connect the cable to the battery Attach the dosing pot to the revolving head of the blower Start the Mini-Airbug

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex. Take the following tips on board, and you can [...] control pests in outdoor crops The various stages of the spider mite Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under [...] little use, as the mites are not attracted to them. Even if there’s a contamination hotspot in the crop, you’re unlikely to find anything on the sticky traps

• Enjoy multiple benefits against spider mite with Spical

  December 14, 2021

  enemy of the spider mite. At least, it can be. The result that you get largely depends on how you use Spidex. Take the following tips on board, and you can [...] spider mite – the more you know about this pest, the more effectively you can tackle it. The following is an overview of the key facts about the spider mite [...] control pests in outdoor crops The various stages of the spider mite Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under