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

  June 11, 2024

  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 grower battling [...] to offer a biological solution in the market, and years later, we are still rearing this incredibly useful mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis , and many other [...] for safe solutions, and we were more than ready to help them.’ A perfect location to start Operating from the largest vegetable and flower cultivation area

• A life rooted in agriculture: transforming the future with Koppert

  January 14, 2025

  many, agriculture is an industry or a profession. For Antonio Gimenez, consultant team manager at Koppert Spain, it is a way of life - a connection formed [...] help growers produce more and more sustainably and at the same time help them ensuring a good yield with quality produce is motivating his team of consultants [...] consultants While innovation is a cornerstone, the Koppert consultants are very valuable to growers. “They know and understand growers and the challenges they have

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

  October 6, 2025

  . It does not tolerate disturbances, needs space, and only accepts the best food. It is a diva. And that makes its production complex.” From unstable produce [...] staff, and R&D, we are now able to successfully produce and deliver Limonica on a large scale.” The importance of patents for innovation and reliability [...] Innovation in biological crop protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better

• Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet

  labour. Easy application Spidex Vital Plus is easy to use. Introduce the sachets in and around hotspots and repeat biweekly. Spidex Vital Plus sachets [...] Plus allows Phytoseiulus persimilis to multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks, extending the efficacy. Spidex Vital [...] Hotspots of spider mites are enclosed by a ‘dam’ of predatory mites giving spider mites no chance to break out further and the hotspots are eventually completely

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  January 14, 2025

  our products and different crops. Our consultants have a long training period and their knowledge is continually updated.’ While Rianne is a specialist in [...] solutions work required a shift from a curative mindset to a preventive approach — aiming at a natural balance in their crops and how to maintain it," she [...] both locally and abroad. This is very important when growers start out and our consultants play a vital role during the introduction and rollout.’ Making

• Spider mites and other mites

  weeds and other plants that may serve as a host for mites, and implementing a rigorous cleaning and disinfection program for all tools, equipment, and surfaces [...] spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells and causing leaf [...] horticultural and agricultural crops. Plant mites can be a significant pest in horticulture and agriculture, causing damage to crops and reducing yields

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

  complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually quite pleasant [...] increasingly critical. Society expects more and more that agriculture is environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are [...] traditional and organic agriculture come together. Koen shares his personal experiences and insights about the future of agriculture, where traditional and organic

• Turf and grass

  for a wide variety of sporting grounds around the world. It is also prized as a ground cover for recreational purposes such as green urban areas and private [...] About Used for lawns and sports fields, such as stadiums, golf courses, horse-racing tracks, athletic grounds, cricket pitches and football fields, turf

• Mealybugs and scales

  wingless and immobile, and covered with a hard scale (armoured scales and soft scales) or with waxy threads (mealybugs). They suck the sap of plants and are [...] plant vigor, fruit quality and overall yield. Effective control of mealybugs and scales is essential to maintain healthy and marketable crops. Biological [...] beetles and lacewings help reduce mealybug and scale populations by attacking both larvae and adults. Pheromone traps support early detection and population

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are [...] measures and optimize their yield. Crop monitoring and scouting is the systematic observation of crops throughout their growth cycle. This involves a close [...] of crop monitoring and scouting One of the most critical aspects of crop scouting is pest and disease detection. Identifying pests and diseases early allows