• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  mite control. Over time it grew to be one of the most important products for our growers. As the result of many years of research and fine-tuning, Spidex [...] improved formulation makes sure our predatory mites have an energetic start and are better capable of travelling the given distance. In a bottle of Spidex Vital a more diverse population composition is present, so when applied in hotspots the adults are followed up by the growing nymphs and also Spidex

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

  May 27, 2024

  As the world faces increasing challenges in agriculture and pest management, innovative solutions are crucial for [...] post, we will explore the benefits of using Horiver sticky cards and delve into their functionality and effectiveness in attracting, trapping [...] canopy. In tall crops like cucumbers, tomatoes, and peppers, position cards just above

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  step further. Pest and disease control in avocado trees In avocado production there are a number [...] yet common in avocado production in Mexico, more and more growers are exploring the [...] retailers are even requiring extra-legal conditions for the marketing of fruits and vegetables in their aisles. IPM enables farmers

• Mealybugs and scales

  considerable damage in ornamental and fruit crops and loss of value. Armoured scales do not produce [...] drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake of protein [...] level of photosynthesis in the leaves also reduces flower and fruit production; in ornamental crops,

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  In Dronten lies Koen's farm, where traditional and organic agriculture come together. In an interview, Koen shares his personal experiences and insights about the [...] For him, it is clear that chemical-free farming is an inevitable trend, and he

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

  August 5, 2025

  Koppert has succeeded in making Limonica available in commercial volumes. We are the only company in [...] And in the near future, we expect further optimizations that will support [...] follow this intensive development route. It enables us to continue investing in improvement and upscaling, and offers growers the certainty of an exclusive

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  September 30, 2024

  courgette and melon. Swirski-Mite also proves its effectivity in soft fruit crops such [...] and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol [...] basis Koppert still sees attractive opportunities and markets in South America, Asia, and Africa. ‘ Swirski-Mite is versatile

• Precautionary measures for product allergies

  in predatory mites , feeder mites, and supplementary feeding products. If you [...] If you do wash your clothes at home, moisten your clothes at work and take them home in a closed plastic bag. Moistening the clothes in the bag [...] allergic reactions and treatment However, if you do come into contact with substances in the

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  Understanding crop monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge [...] most critical aspects of crop scouting is pest and disease detection. Identifying pests and diseases early allows for targeted [...] aided by mobile apps that can catalog and analyse data in real time. These tools streamline the scouting process and

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

  the sachets of Spidex Vital Plus allows Phytoseiulus persimilis to multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks, [...] build of defense lines to both control the mites in the hotspots and prevent further infestation of the crop’. Reasons to use [...] . Easy application Spidex Vital Plus is easy to use. Introduce the sachets in and around hotspots and repeat biweekly. Spidex Vital Plus sachets can be