• How Does Buzz Pollination Work?

  July 10, 2024

  transmitted to the flower via physical contact. A single continuous vibration lasting up to a couple of seconds or multiple short vibrations lasting from a few [...] benefit from a specific type of pollination to produce an optimal fruit set. This type of pollination is called “Buzz Pollination.” It is a method that [...] that involves the ability of some types of bees to vibrate flowers more efficiently, ensuring a more pollinated flower. This vibration facilitates an increased

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  around the hive to incubate the brood. It's crucial to protect the brood during such conditions to avoid damage Keep in mind that the impact of climate on [...] pollination in greenhouses In tunnels or greenhouses, the morning temperature needs to rise quickly to reach the minimum 24-hour temperature of 15 ºC for [...] challenges in surviving the cold conditions to maintain their productivity. We understand the importance of creating the ideal conditions for bumblebees to thrive

• How to protect bumblebees from heat

  pollination may stop due to damage to the hive. Bumblebees therefore need to keep cool in hot summer conditions to be able to function optimally and carry [...] advise growers to protect the hive from direct sunlight and to place it in a cool spot. There are various methods available for growers to do so: Right placement [...] The study of climatic and environmental conditions in which bumblebees need to operate in various countries worldwide conducted over a period of 35 years

• Natupol Excel

  conditions Keep hives in a well ventilated environment, out of direct sunlight. Hygiene Never move a hive from one greenhouse to another Remove bumblebee [...] Natupol Excel is developed for crops with a high amount of flowers per m² (35-60 flowers) per week, and for crops grown under artificial light or in warmer [...] (<10 hours light) position the hive near the top of plants, in such a way that the hive is exposed to the first daylight Wait for at least 15 minutes after

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  May 19, 2025

  Innovation in action Koppert’s predatory mite, Swirski-Mite , quickly proved to be a game-changer. “ It worked against both thrips and whitefly - two of our biggest [...] could act quickly—test, reproduce, and deliver a solution in time .” Staying ahead in a globalized world In today’s interconnected world, pests travel faster [...] agriculture in Almeria. ” The switch wasn’t just about replacing chemicals - it was about a mindset shift. Growers began to understand that working with nature

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 11, 2024

  the mites in his cucumber crop and set out to find a natural solution. One that would last for a very long time… ‘Back in the 60s, my father was a cucumber [...] necessary to give growers quite a bit of technical advice. In this way, we became consultants as well as producers – something we still do to this very [...] here. We do it together. To innovate, to bring something new to the market, that’s in our genes. The commitment to finding solutions for growers – it was our

• Do you think you have Cannabis Pests?

  June 27, 2024

  should be screened to prevent the entrance of aphids and all measures to ensure workers do not bring in or transfer aphids from one room to another must be [...] This stage triggers a portion of the population to turn a red/orange/purple color as they go into diapause (hibernation), where a non-diapaused Two-Spotted [...] turning into severely damaged leaves with a major amount of webbing. This can quickly kill a plant due to the lack of photosynthesis. We use two different predatory

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

  October 6, 2025

  various insect pests, but is considered one of the most difficult species to produce. Thanks to a combination of in-depth knowledge, technical breakthroughs [...] n, Koppert has succeeded in making Limonica available in commercial volumes. We are the only company in the world to do so. A predatory mite with exceptional [...] Innovation in biological crop protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience [...] experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection [...] ies to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such

• Unauthorized Sellers: A Notice to Our Loyal Customers

  May 7, 2024

  normally be a problem, however almost all of our products need to be used within 1-2 days after receipt from us. Storing any products for any length of time, [...] will have a negative effect on quality and function. If needed sachets can be stored for 1-2 weeks from the week number noted on the product, in a dark place [...] plants, they are no longer viable. Please do not purchase any sachets from resellers if you do not know how they were stored OR if they are past their