• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  your crop as soon as possible after receipt so they can complete their task and reproduce. During transport, we keep the temperature as low as possible [...] and become active. Be quick It’s important to release them into the crop as soon as possible. After all, the predatory mites have to spend their short lives [...] longer in the Spical-Plus and Spical-Ulti Mite sachets, as these also contain ‘feed mites.’ But as ever, they do much better in a crop with their favorite

• Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

  distribution, specific hot spots as well as the release of Nutari, Artefeed and Entofood in vegetable cultivations. The air flow from the fan guarantees the [...] Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials Blowing systems Koppert's blowing systems are especially developed for effective and efficient distribution [...] This uniform distribution results in effective biological pest control , as the mites are able to reach the pests faster. Save time by using one of our

• Heidi Doering Cited As Integrated Plant Health Expert

  May 18, 2026

  Heidi Doering Cited As Integrated Plant Health Expert Industry news source HortiDaily.com has cited Koppert’s National (US) Ornamental Crop Specialist [...] , Heidi Doering, as the featured industry expert in their article, The Shift from IPM to Integrated Plant Health . Based in the Netherlands, HortiDaily

• Koppert appoints Hans Peters as Chief Executive Officer

  April 28, 2026

  Koppert announces the appointment of Hans Peters as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 1st, 2026. Hans Peters brings extensive international [...] senior leadership roles at Unilever, NS and Eneco, and most recently served as CEO of Priva. Hans has developed a genuine passion for the agriculture sector [...] while also understanding the importance of our heritage and long-term vision. As we move into the next phase of our development, with a stronger focus on execution

• Getting a handle on the spider mite – how can you keep population development under control?

  March 3, 2023

  impair development. Air humidity is also important, as the spider mite like dry conditions. The spider mite lays more eggs when air humidity is low, so [...] can develop at lightning speed, leading to an ‘explosion.’ No need to worry! As a grower, there are ways to limit population development. Start by making [...] multiply even more quickly than the spider mite, which is, of course, beneficial. As a grower, you can increase the edge that the natural enemies have by ensuring

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• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  bumblebees play in pollination , especially in hot temperature conditions. As temperatures rise, it is crucial to ensure effective pollination to support [...] any environmental conditions. Above 28°C the pollination capacity is reduced as their activity is focused on cooling the hive. Above 32°C pollination may [...] cooling methods include Use of defused glass and coating, cooling by outside air and use of soil for cooling. Using more bumblebees By using extra bumblebees

• Beneficial microorganisms

  bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in environments such as soil, water, and air. These microorganisms are harnessed for pest control through ap [...] What are beneficial microorganisms? Beneficial microorganisms, also known as beneficial microbes, are microorganisms that provide positive effects to their [...] causing internal damage. This can lead to the insect's death. Spore production: As the insect succumbs to the fungal infection, the fungus continues to grow

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  When moving, the mites stir their first pair of legs up and down in the air as these legs bear sensory organs to register volatiles emitted by damaged [...] should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start introduction as soon as the first pest mites are detected in the crop. Introduction rates typically [...] many crops worldwide, mainly in greenhouses, but also in outdoor crops such as strawberries. This predatory mite was the first biological control agent used

• Lesser house fly

  disease and hog cholera, protozoan parasites such as Cryptosporidium and Toxoplasma , and bacteria such as Salmonella Life cycle and appearance of the Lesser [...] adult males will form swarms in areas with still air out of direct sunlight where they remain in flight as they wait to be visited by an unmated female. Female [...] resemble the larval form, and the flies develop for another week before emerging as new adults. The lesser house fly ’s full life cycle generally takes between