Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

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

Heidi Doering Cited As Integrated Plant Health Expert

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

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

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Kris de Smet on predatory mites as a game-changer for horticulture in Almería - Original Stories

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

further optimizations that will support growers even better. Unique expertise as a distinguishing factor What sets Koppert apart is its deep-rooted expertise [...] the certainty of an exclusive, reliable product.” Looking ahead: Limonica as the standard in integrated crop protection Marjon is confident about the future

Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

Innovation in packaging also plays a crucial role: different formats, such as bottles, paper sachets, foil sachets, and buckets, are designed to maintain [...] beneficial organisms until their release in the field. Science and experience as the keys to success Bertha's expertise in biological quality assessment also [...] use of natural solutions for pest control when he introduced predatory mites as an alternative to chemical pesticides. His innovative spirit and dedication

When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

will be less 'happy' and more susceptible to problems such as mold and root diseases. Viruses as a bonus Whitefly is also capable of transmitting viruses [...] Worse still is the likelihood that other diseases and pests will strike – as a grower, you certainly want to avoid that! A healthy plant is a basis for [...] to other diseases and pests. ‘Obese plants’ Furthermore, an element such as nitrogen can also harm a plant's resilience. While the plant may look healthy

Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

This recognition is given to leaders of ornamentals operations that serve as an example for growers everywhere to emulate. The company has used biological [...] relying mainly on products that won't generate pesticide resistance, such as beneficials and Horiver sticky cards. A reliable solution for pest control [...] into its Integrated Pest Management program three years ago. What started out as a product used for occasional applications is now their main insecticide resource:

Botrytis problems often have company

necrotrophic fungi to grow, such as Mycosphaerella . This combined infection can make it hard to identify the pathogen. Insects as a sidekick There are also pest [...] Several species of caterpillars , such as Duponchelia , are a good example of this. They cause substantial damage as they feed, creating the ideal access [...] interact. We capitalize on this system when using natural enemies. However, as a grower, you’ll also have to be constantly alert to the unwanted interactions: