• Get Rid of Thrips Naturally Using Predator Mites!

  May 21, 2024

  and eggs you are unable to see, since they can squeeze into small crevices pesticide sprays are unable to reach. Sprays also need to be applied multiple times [...] resistance to multiple spray applications, so the sprays eventually become ineffective. Changing to biocontrol is a more natural and safe way to remove unwanted [...] outdoor field crops, vegetable garden, cut flower garden, etc.), making them quite easy to get. They’ll damage numerous plant varieties through leaf stippling

• Protected vegetables

  these vegetable pests is an important step into understanding how to control them. Go to pest overview Biological pest control in vegetable crops Vegetable [...] natural approach to pest management. Instead of resorting to chemical solutions, biocontrol leverages the power of living organisms to control and mitigate [...] These tools are designed to attract, capture, and help identify specific pests, allowing growers to assess pest populations and make informed management decisions

• Horiver Sticky Cards: A Powerful Tool for Pest Management and Prevention

  May 27, 2024

  treatments. How do Horiver cards work? The bright colors of Horiver sticky cards act as a visual attractant to flying insects. Different colors appeal to specific [...] extremely attractive to the harmful Nesidiocoris bug. Horiver Disc: This card has been designed to fit around the stem of a plant – ideal to trap pests active [...] types of pests, making them more effective in targeting particular species. The cards essentially mimic the visual cues that insects use to locate hosts or

• Spider Mite Predators; Choosing the Best Biological For Your Situation

  July 24, 2024

  but some of them are specialized to work in certain situations, so it is critical that you make the correct choice to ensure proper spider mite control [...] spider mite control scenarios due to their ability to remain within the crop, rapidly increase in numerical response to the pest life cycle, and hunt prey [...] require specialized plant hairs to oviposit (lay eggs) on (unlike most predatory mites). This makes it better able to reproduce on plants lacking these hairs

• Mycotal FAQ

  is very unlikely due to the complex nature by which Mycotal interacts with the target pest. How to handle & apply Mycotal How to store Mycotal? Mycotal [...] may Mycotal: how does it work? spread the infection to other vulnerable pests. How long is Mycotal effective? Mycotal spores starts to germinate and [...] via Low Volume Misting Systems in greenhouses. How to use Mycotal What are the optimal conditions to apply Mycotal? • Mycotal is best applied at the

• Caterpillars

  in leaves or bore holes into fruit or stems, making them difficult to detect and control. In addition to consumption of the plant, caterpillars also spoil [...] plant tissue. Many species cause damage to crops. The most harmful caterpillars that occur in greenhouses belong to the Noctuidae (the noctuid or owl moths) [...] name ‘leafroller’ refers to the fact that the caterpillars often live in rolled-up leaves. Although some species are restricted to a single crop, most are

• Feltiella acarisuga

  Koppert as Spidend . How to use Feltiella acarisuga The predatory gall midge Feltiella acarisuga is available in plastic cups ( Spidend ). Make a hole in the [...] from the eggs, the midge larvae start to feed on spider mite eggs, nymphs and adults. They use their mouthparts to first immobilise their prey and then [...] consume 15 adult spider mites or up to 50 mite eggs per day. They are aggressive and adapt the amount of food they consume to the density of the spider mite

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

  May 19, 2025

  earth. Commitment to biological excellence Bertha found in Koppert the perfect place to merge her love for plants with her commitment to ecological management [...] company that was not only the first to introduce a predatory mite for pest control but has also continued to innovate to offer superior quality products. [...] predatory mites as an alternative to chemical pesticides. His innovative spirit and dedication to sustainable agriculture continue to inspire our practices today

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

  March 17, 2025

  family’s dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through various crops—from lettuce to tomatoes, and eventually to their current specialty: [...] Brothers continues to feel the company’s personal touch. “Fifteen, twenty years ago, you could just call someone at Koppert and get a sample to try out. Things [...] core, predatory mites are our go-to solution,” says Pieter. Initially, biological control was used reactively—similar to chemical treatments—only applying

• Natutec Scout

  valuable insights to help you make informed decisions. Natutec Scout empowers you with expert advice and recommendations, allowing you to have a virtual support [...] using technologies to collect, process, and analyze data from crops in real-time, enabling more informed and effective decision-making for crop management [...] data management Digitally storing and centralizing your scout data makes it easier to manage and analyze over time, while also providing accessibility from