• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 18, 2024

  changing conditions. One of these challenges is managing pest and disease pressure while maintaining productivity and considering the strict regulations regarding [...] higher prices and turnover. Efficient labor and logistics Labor availability is an increasing problem for many growers worldwide. Availability can fluctuate [...] reducing bottlenecks in the supply chain. Enhancing profitability Market demand for fruit and vegetables can fluctuate throughout the harvesting season. Being

• Bios To The Rescue In GrowerTalks

  March 2, 2026

  Webber has an article in the February 2026 issue of GrowerTalks. It’s an insightful take on the bio vs chemical pesticide dynamic. Titled Bios To The Rescue [...] he shares the main reason BCA consultants recommend chemical pesticides for spider mite knockdown. Jeremy Webber is an IPM expert and the National Ornamental [...] locker. In the article, Jeremy refutes the often heard statement: “Bios only work preventatively.” He provides an alternate, and in his opinion more accurate

• Spidex offers a solution for dozens of crops

  February 3, 2023

  mite is a global problem, but there is a solution – its natural enemy, the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is used globally in a wide range of food [...] been proven that Spidex is an effective solution in various crops, both in the greenhouse and the field. Ph ytoseiulus persimilis is a strong predatory mite [...] spread by drone over the vast strawberry fields of California. Hairs limit the speed of movement Unfortunately, all that glitters is not gold, and this predatory

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  ongoing trends and changes in the sector, such as rising protectionism, the potential impact of Brexit, and the consolidation of breeding companies. New iQ [...] Trade Fair at Vijfhuizen, the Netherlands, from November 7-9. Visitors from all over the world come to the fair to see the latest developments and to [...] we can help clients with.' 'The international nature of this fair means we can reach customers from all four corners of the world. We will be there to convince

• No Risks for Employees or for the Environment

  October 22, 2019

  thankful for the support he gives us.’ Biological crop protection is of the utmost importance for the director and owner of Plántulas de Tetela. ‘That is why the [...] Martínez. ‘At the same time, the quality of the product and the reliability of supply are also important in our approach. We also put a great deal of energy into [...] continue to keep the sciarid fly under control with Entonem and Capsanem . This is both thanks to the quality of the product and the excellent assistance

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

  June 27, 2019

  grown the Natural Enemies name into one of the leaders in the industry. With the addition of the Koppert supply chain, our goal will be to take what they [...] cannabis market and the need to help educate cultivators on the effective use of BCA's (Biological Control Agents). Over the last four years the company blossomed [...] With the explosion of the cannabis market, Koppert US has acquired Natural Enemies; the leader in chemical-free pest management in commercial cannabis

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  quantity of feed to the composition of the rearing medium and the design of new production lines. After implementing these improvements, the results were [...] protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better known under the product name [...] about the future of Limonica . “We have cracked the code. The rearing is good, the volumes are adjustable, and we are ready to support growers worldwide

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  November 8, 2024

  and which once again boosted the popularity of the predatory mite. The fact that the sachet is industrially compostable is a further advantage for users [...] this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye The introduction of Amblyseius swirskii marked a huge step forward in the combined control of the major [...] Swirski-Mite is so popular should not surprise you,’ says Tim Bossinga. The Product Manager has taken his time to point out what the power of Swirski-Mite

• Spidex Vital Go: the ultimate multi-hotspot performer

  March 31, 2025

  application Application is straightforward: simply hang the sachets near the first signs of spider mites or distribute them evenly across the crop during early [...] The fight against spider mites takes another step forward with the launch of Spidex Vital Go , developed by Koppert. Building on decades of expertise, [...] and address the very first signs of potential spider mite hotspots at critical locations. Protective shield: Ensure an even distribution of Spidex Vital

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  and which once again boosted the popularity of the predatory mite. The fact that the sachet is industrially compostable is a further advantage for users [...] this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye The introduction of Amblyseius swirskii marked a huge step forward in the combined control of the major [...] Swirski-Mite is so popular should not surprise you,’ says Tim Bossinga. The Product Manager has taken his time to point out what the power of Swirski-Mite