• Tobacco aphid

  East and is a key pest of tobacco crops in both the United States and South America. The tobacco aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. nicotianae ) is also encountered [...] for market. At the same time, photosynthesis in the leaves is reduced, affecting production. They are usually found in closely packed colonies, although [...] closer to the top of the plant, than the peach potato aphid . It is not known to what extent tobacco aphids ( Myzus persicae subsp. nicotianae ) can also

• From Grower To Biological Pest Control Expert

  June 2, 2026

  He also delves into the role of Swirski-Mite in building the company to what it is today, and Koppert’s strength in nematodes and predatory mites . It’s [...] While quality products are the building blocks of a good integrated pest management (IPM) program, Koppert’s expert consultant team is the keystone. Jeremy [...] their Season 4, Episode 4 broadcast. The episode aired on May 14, 2026 and is available on their website and popular podcast destination. Hosts Sandy Feather

• Podcast with Tech On Demand: A Biological Approach to Spring IPM, featuring Koppert’s Heidi Doering

  March 7, 2025

  Heidi Doering. Heidi is our National Ornamental Crop Lead and Technical IPM Consultant for the Midwest Region. She fills Bill in on what she’s seeing and hearing [...] for the past decade and is one of the most well-informed plant experts regarding ornamental IPM. Her experience in production, sales, and with the plants [...] Koppert US, their products and services, and BioSolutions, follow the links below: KOPPERT US KOPPERT CONSULTANTS KOPPERT CROP PRODUCTS BIOSOLUTIONS GUIDE

• Lift Off for Koppert Innovation

  January 14, 2020

  vehicles – a method that is labor-intensive and prone to human error. The vulnerable biological solutions are sensitive to handling and need to be dispersed [...] their valuable work in the crop. Airborne technology Product Manager of Koppert’s Natutec Products, Tom Vroegop: “It has been an exciting journey from the [...] designed and developed in-house by Koppert’s Technical Department and the patent is now pending. “Koppert has used its specific know-how about the mechanics needed

• Bumblebee pollination

  What is bumblebee pollination? Bumblebee pollination is a vital and efficient process for growers seeking high-quality crop yields. As natural pollinators [...] delivery time. The international supply chain is well organized and strictly controlled. Koppert now has production facilities in Slovakia, Turkey, the United [...] pollinators, bumblebees play a crucial role in enhancing fruit and vegetable production, leading to better harvests and improved crop quality. Unlike other p

• Flies

  growing media, while adults can cause contamination. Effective fly control is essential to maintain healthy and high-quality crops. Biological control of [...] sustainable growing conditions. Solutions for fly control Learn more about What are flies? There are several flies that are pests in agriculture, horticulture [...] greenhouses. Their larvae live in the ground and prefer moist substrates that is rich in organic matter. Although they cause little direct damage to plants

• Investing in thrips control: always a good idea

  March 6, 2023

  biological control is offset by a clean crop with low residue levels and higher productivity. In short, investing in thrips control is always a good idea [...] destroy part of their crops. This is hardly ever necessary any longer due to better control strategies. Types of damage What kind of damage do thrips cause [...] exactly? In ornamental plants, the main problem is visual damage. This can seriously affect the product's value or even make it unsaleable. The viruses

• Koppert's beneficial nematodes: new look and ready for the future

  April 5, 2023

  to making our products accessible to as many growers as possible, we have put endless efforts into research and development. The result is an innovative [...] solution is also safe for growers and consumers alike. Nematodes do not leave any harmful residue on crops, making them safe for the growers who handle them [...] affordable foods available. In the process, we developed a high-performance product and an excellent alternative for growers who want to produce food more

• Everything Still Begins with Swirski

  May 14, 2020

  fact that Swirskii is so popular should not surprise you," says Tim Bossinga. The Product Manager has taken his time to point out what the power of Swirskii [...] urticae Broad mite Polyphagotarsonemus latus It is still the benchmark, the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses [...] Swirskii actually is. "The predatory mite is extremely effective and resistant to high temperatures. It makes short work of thrips and whitefly , and also

• Leaf miners

  crop quality and support sustainable crop production. Solutions for leaf miner control Learn more about What are leaf miners? Leaf miners belong to the [...] in horticultural crops are mostly polyphagous; that is, they feed on many crops. However, this is not universal among the Agromyzidae. Of the approximately [...] and can open the way for secondary infections. Effective leaf miner control is essential to protect plant vitality and maintain marketable yields. Biological