• Aphids

  Effective aphid control is essential for maintaining healthy, productive crops. Biological control of aphids uses a combination of natural enemies that [...] populations and provide ongoing crop protection throughout the growing season. With Koppert’s biological solutions for aphids, professional growers can achieve [...] sustainable method for managing their populations. Beneficial insects, such as parasitic wasps , ladybugs and lacewings can be used to control aphids.

• About bumblebees

  Bumblebees work well under poor weather conditions and protected environments Bumblebees are easy to use and require low maintenance Bumblebees are safe since [...] to leave your crop for more attractive flowers Bumblebees are much more efficient pollinators than honeybees, they mainly forage for pollen rather than [...] new bumblebee queen awakens. She will start foraging for pollen and nectar, as well as search for a suitable nest site. Once a nest is chosen, she will

• Plant Health

  of lipids, essential for forming plant secondary metabolites (PSM). Elevated lipid levels contribute to stress tolerance, protecting plants from UV radiation [...] these natural defense mechanisms. Harnessing biostimulants for optimal crop growth Biostimulants for nutrient uptake and stress tolerance Biostimulants, comprising [...] blocks for plant performance Amino acids, as biostimulants, support plant growth in stressful conditions by directly delivering building blocks for protein

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  education resource only and should not be used for diagnosing or treating a health problem as it is not a substitute for medical care. If you have or suspect [...] itching may last for hours or even days. In some cases, the local reaction may spread somewhat; in this case it usually takes longer for the symptoms to [...] test using purified bumblebee venom to determine whether you will have an allergic reaction the next time you are stung. It is also possible to use the

• Protected vegetables

  consumer demand for pesticide-free produce. Cost-effective: Implementing IPM can result in improved profitability for growers. By using targeted interventions [...] scout observations by mobile phone manually or use the scanner for Horiver sticky cards for automatic detection of pests. The dashboard provides you with [...] dependency: IPM reduces the need for chemical pesticides, minimizing the risk of harmful residues on vegetables. This is crucial for meeting stringent food safety

• Understanding Orius

  July 12, 2024

  They be Used with Other Biocontrol? Yes, this natural enemy should be used in conjunction with other biological controls, like predator mites for best results [...] insidiosus) is a common predatory bug that has been widely used in IPM-programs in North America for over 20 years, especially playing a key role in the management [...] Note: If you are using Thripor curatively, and do not need establishment (cannabis or tropical houseplant growers, etc.), you can use them during the entire

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  February 17, 2025

  eventually to their current specialty: anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the [...] backbone of a sustainable strategy For Stolk Brothers, predatory mites form the foundation of their biological crop protection strategy. “We started with predatory [...] Stolk Brothers and Koppert runs deep. “Our families have known each other for years. That foundation of trust made it easy to work together,” Pieter explains

• Cucumber

  scout observations by mobile phone manually or use the scanner for Horiver sticky cards for automatic detection of pests. The dashboard provides you with [...] safeguarding the health and yield of their cucumber crops. Using IPM strategies not only minimizes the use of harmful chemical pesticides but also promotes the [...] plant bug larvae, disrupting their life cycle. By using nematodes, cucumber growers can reduce the need for chemical interventions. In the case of the presence

• Mycotal Brochure

  unauthorized use. Koppert is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or under incorrect conditions. 11-2024 [...] product quality today! Mycotal is used successfully in many countries across the world. This bioinsecticide can be used to control white fly, both greenhouse [...] pests. Mycotal is safe for beneficial insects, mites and pollinators and leaves no hazardous residue. Benefits: • Biological product for effective control of

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  September 30, 2024

  world of horticulture, Koppert stands out for its commitment to innovation. By combining a deep respect for nature and understanding of growers’ challenges [...] mite solutions that marked a turning point for the company. Additionally, we explore how Koppert is preparing for future challenges with new and evolving [...] biological crop protection methods. “Growers urgently needed a solution to a difficult-to-control thrips species,” explains Peter. “We pioneered the use of the