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

  October 21, 2024

  this is how Swirski-Mite is viewed by the market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms [...] Amblyseius swirskii is not only an extremely effective glutton, it can also be used in many crops and under a great variety of circumstances. In the first instance [...] It is still the benchmark, the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new

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

  January 14, 2025

  For 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 [...] pioneering change in crop protection "Agriculture is the basis of everything," Antonio ads, highlighting the role of farmers and agribusinesses in ensuring food [...] produce is motivating his team of consultants every day. “I’m convinced that Koppert is helping to change the model of crop protection worldwide. It’s how

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

  organic farming was miles ahead in terms of sustainability and environmental friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will [...] increase in effective organic methods." Limitation in use of chemical pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic [...] complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually quite pleasant

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

  application is more time efficient, which offers potential savings on labour. Easy application Spidex Vital Plus is easy to use. Introduce the sachets in and around [...] strategically in and around identified hotspots of spider mites, growers are now able to build of defense lines to both control the mites in the hotspots [...] sachets make sure that the predatory mites are present in the crop over a longer period of time making it difficult for spider mites to escape the predatory

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

  October 6, 2025

  demands on its living environment. It does not tolerate disturbances, needs space, and only accepts the best food. It is a diva. And that makes its production [...] factor What sets Koppert apart is its deep-rooted expertise in the production of natural enemies, built up since its foundation in 1967. “Those years of experience [...] Innovation in biological crop protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better

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

  May 19, 2025

  Coordinator at Koppert Mexico. Her role is essential to ensure that every predatory mite reaching our customers is in optimal condition to protect their crops [...] enemies continue to make a difference in sustainable agriculture, securing a future where food production is in harmony with the environment. Thanks to [...] fundamental commitment: we do everything it takes to ensure they meet our highest quality standards. This is not just a simple promise but a reality built

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

  July 16, 2024

  This will help you choose which predatory mite is best to use in your growing situation. However, it is difficult for any predatory mite to control anything [...] different thrips life stages is the most common issue in failed thrips control programs. Thrips are a widespread threat in most environments, entering growing [...] (second plus instar) larval stages, the pupae stage, and adults. In many situations, it is necessary to close these gaps with other biocontrol species for

• Eggplant

  Solanum melongena ) is a specific species of nightshade and is widely produced for its tasty fruit. In North America and Australia the fruit is called eggplant [...] eggplant and in South Africa and Southeast Asia it is known as brinjal. The eggplant is a member of the genus Solanum and is thus related to the tomato and potato [...] potato. Botanically speaking however, the eggplant is classified as a berry. The fruit contains many small and soft seeds. These seeds taste rather bitter

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  the humidity is too low or radiation is too high. strong, and the climate in the greenhouse is consistent. No easy feat, but the payback is more than worth [...] Conclusion In cold climates, it is assumed that the proper management of bees is sufficient to ensure good pollination. The single biggest problem is that if [...] guidelines in the greenhouse industry is the optimum temperature range for pollination. Growers want to keep the greenhouse temperature below 30° C. It is one

• Tomato russet mite

  plants. Aculops lycopersici was detected for the first time in Australia and is a pest in tomatoes in all areas where they are grown. Other members of the plant [...] Vasates destructor and Phyllocoptes destructor in older publications) belongs to the family Eriophyidae. It does not produce galls but lives freely (vagrant) [...] turn a rusty brown colour, and in serious cases they may snap. The fruit can also be affected, and when this happens in tomatoes, the skin becomes coarse