• Effective control with Chrysopa-E!

  resulted in a new product marketed under the name, Chrysopa-E , which uses the egg stage of the lacewing, Chrysoperla carnea , instead of the larval stage [...] lower costs with less need for chemical corrections that may disrupt the total biological system in the greenhouse. Exceptional broad diet The existing control [...] so this is a natural enemy with a big menu in that respect. Chrysopa-E is suitable for a wide range of crops and Koppert has conducted tests in various

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

  April 16, 2025

  breeding in biofactories to packaging and worldwide distribution, every step of the process is carried out with rigorous standards. Bertha highlights the importance [...] continue to make a difference in sustainable agriculture, securing a future where food production is in harmony with the environment. Thanks to her work [...] explains. This adaptability, combined with the mites' voracity and tenacity, guarantees their effectiveness in the field. Predatory mites not only fight

• Effective thrips control with predatory mites

  human health. Koppert is the pioneer in the development of predatory mite solutions, starting in 1967 with the production of the predatory mite Phytoseiulus [...] standards. Compatibility: easily combined with other biological and soft chemical tools in an IPM program. Koppert: expert in predatory mite solutions Koppert offers [...] n regions and therefore establishes fast in warm and moderate to high humid environments. It is available in multiple carriers tailored to different growing

• Replace Conventional Pesticides With Natural Alternatives

  April 18, 2024

  towards sustainable agriculture in the future. Sophisticated and safe As partners with nature, we leverage the natural behaviors of nematodes to support [...] development. The result is an innovative nematode spray solution, which acts as an effective alternative to its chemical counterparts and addresses the push towards [...] handle them and the people who consume them. As a result, nematodes contribute to the better health of people and planet. Improved formula The answers to

• Maximize pollination in tomato

  hives together. It is important to position the hives in such a way that the hive exits point in different directions, away from the crop. This arrangement [...] grasp onto the flower and generate vibrations, aiding in the transfer of pollen. Within one to four hours, the bumblebee's jaw imprints on the flower, commonly [...] humans, it is crucial to position the hive in a visible location. This allows both the bumblebees and people to easily identify and access the hive. Moreover

• Harnessing the Power of Parasitic Wasps

  March 21, 2024

  placed in between the crop. This is because unlike the greenhouse whitefly , all stages of Bemisia are found all over the plant, not just in the heads. [...] deposit their eggs on the newest plant growth and develop sequentially down the plant as the crop matures, severely damaging the crop in numerous ways, including: [...] host feeding as the primary mode of action from the parasites. Host Feeding Strategy: Host feeding is important for the control of both the greenhouse whitefly

• Using Predatory Mites, but still having Thrips Issues? Close the Gap in your Thrips Control Program

  July 16, 2024

  that targets the different thrips life stages is the most common issue in failed thrips control programs. Thrips are a widespread threat in most environments [...] After the larval stage, dependent on thrips species, thrips will either pupate in the soil or on the leaf. Most common thrips species, like the Western [...] (Thrips tabaci), or the European Flower Thrips (Frankliniella tritici) fall off the leaf, pupating where they land, which is usually in the soil. Adding a

• Plus, Ulti-Mite or LD. Which Sachet is Best for You?

  May 7, 2024

  sachets LD sachets. In order to understand which sachet is the best choice for you it is important to first understand what is in a sachet and how they [...] types of bran mites the predator mite In this system, the yeast grows on the bran acting as a food source for the bran mites, which in turn acts as a food [...] be high enough for the yeast to continue to grow on the bran. What is the difference between each type of sachet and which one is the best choice for your

• Six Ways to Identify the Cannabis Aphid

  May 24, 2024

  mistake that often arises is the misidentification of aphid species. Correctly identifying aphids is critical when treating a crop with natural enemies, especially [...] to their dependency on the aphid species. The majority of all aphid samples brought to us from indoor cannabis crops is either the Cannabis Aphid ( Phorodon [...] (antennal tubercles) at the base of each antenna. These can be visible with a 10x hand lens and good lighting. 4. Bulbous (swollen) hairs on the horn like projections

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  been using the Natutec Scout app since October 2019 and is very happy with how it works. ‘Scouting with the app is much faster thanks to the scanner’s digital [...] s, departments The grower can use the greenhouse editor in the Natutec Scout app to program in the actual layout of his greenhouse. The software then provides [...] contact with the Koppert consultant using the Natutec Scout app as a tool. It allows us to take the measures we need to take quickly, based on the advice