• Environmental sustainability

  sources and implementing emission reduction strategies, we contribute to global efforts to combat climate change and safeguard the health of our planet for [...] healthy horti and agro-ecosystems. Furthermore, our commitment to biodiversity extends to fostering healthy soil ecosystems, which serve as the foundation [...] foundation of resilient and sustainable agriculture. We are committed to adhere to regulations regarding the prevention of invasive species introduction into

• Long-tailed mealybug

  order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew [...] production. In ornamental crops, the mere presence of mealybugs is sufficient to render the product unfit for sale. A very small population can thus cause [...] produces 100-200 nymphs. In the summer, the life cycle takes about six weeks to complete and in the winter about 12 weeks.

• Predatory mites

  translucent to deep red or brown. The colour of predatory mites can vary according to the prey eaten. If the food supply has been absent for some time, they [...] well-known around the world. Our dedication and commitment to develop methods that enable growers to effectively introduce these solutions into their crops [...] Predatory mites have a remarkable ability to locate and prey upon specific pest species, minimizing damage to non-target organisms. Resilient pest management:

• Vine mealybug

  order to gain an adequate intake of protein, mealybugs must therefore ingest large quantities of sap, getting rid of the excess sugars in the form of honeydew [...] General The vine mealybug Planococcus ficus belongs to the family Pseudococcidae, and is also known by the names Mediterranean vine mealybug and Grapevine [...] affected. An infection by Planococcus ficus can make the plants more susceptible to injury caused by other pests and fungal diseases. Life cycle and appearance

• Thrips

  the most damaging species. Thrips form the order Thysanoptera, a name that literally means ‘fringed wings’, and refers to the eyelash-like fringe of hairs [...] Thrips cause damage to the plant by piercing the cells of the surface tissue and sucking out their contents, causing the surrounding tissue to die. The resulting [...] the particular species of thrips be identified based on form, colour and pattern of hairs. How to prevent thrips Preventing a thrips infestation in your

• Biological seed treatment

  applied to the seed in a powder form or as a liquid. An even layer covers the whole seed. In this way, the beneficial ingredients are available to the seed [...] a lower exposure of growers to chemicals and lessens their impact on the environment. The potential exposure of the soil to agrochemicals is also limited [...] and grows better; The treatment enhances crop yields while helping plants to fight off plant pathogens and minimize biotic stress; The plant growth promoting

• Koppert at IPPS Louisville

  October 1, 2025

  should get more attention . Koppert supports propagators in their efforts to control pests naturally and effectively because we believe the world needs [...] practices in partnership with nature. Koppert joins with IPPS in the mission to seek and share information and knowledge regarding plant production. Technical [...] results. Chris will be attending the sessions and tours, and he’s always happy to discuss IPM or pest control. For more information about the IPPS Eastern Region

• Flowering and Pollination – One of the Most Critical Blueberry Growth Stages

  May 30, 2022

  the spring to improve root mass and quality. During the crucial flowering and pollination period, make 1-2 foliar applications of Vidi Terrum (to meet the [...] strawberry growers were able to increase their yields by 5 percent or higher, bringing their return on investment to four to five dollars for every dollar [...] heavily on pollinators to initiate the production of berries. But is it only pollinators that are important, or are there other factors to take into consideration

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  do this 4 to 5 times a day. This means that they have a voracious appetite for pest insects in the crop. ‘They show an incredible capacity to convert pests [...] listening to growers and anticipating their problems is a daily routine at Koppert. It means that a number of factors need to work together. ‘Thanks to our [...] continuous consultation services, we have managed to stay close to growers for generations. We also stay close to our markets by keeping daily contact with our

• Koppert Collaborates with Valto to Control Harmful Tomato Virus

  October 10, 2018

  for V10 to arrive into the US. Twofold protection Valto’s product, V10, is composed of two mild variants of the Pepino Mosaic Virus (VX1 and VC1) and provides [...] ‘You can compare V10 to a flu injection,’ explains Valto’s Thorben Looije. ‘It’s used preventatively and needs to be applied to young plants. There are [...] are key to promoting natural crop protection , leading biological solutions producer, Koppert Biological Solutions, is cooperating with Valto to ensure