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

  too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience [...] using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the [...] opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest

• The Ultimate Guide to Fungus Gnats (Sciarid Fly) and Shore Fly Control

  July 4, 2024

  act as a source point for colonies to carry crop to crop, living in the moisture and bio slime– drains should be treated with acid, h202 etc., to remove [...] of new eggs laid. Remember, a female can lay up to 200 eggs in the growing medium over the course of her lifetime, so everyone removed results in a large [...] is a native soil dwelling predatory mite, similar in action to Stratiolaelaps scimitus. Coenosia attenuate (Hunter Fly) is a predatory fly with a generalist

• Knowing & recognizing

  Koppert - A knowledge company The use of biological control is not a simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects need to be considered [...] recognized by Koppert for over 50 years. Recent scientific discoveries concerning beneficial microorganisms have led to new practical solutions for growers [...] recognizing also includes new biopesticides and biostimulants that increase the plant’s resilience to stress and help the plant to grow better and remain

• RedStar places trust in Natutec Scout

  total, this amounts to a 28-hectare area. Jan has used the Natutec Scout app since its market launch. Last year, Koppert asked him to test a number of improvements [...] immediately see how the level of infestation is developing.’ A lot of time saved This trend in level of infestation pressure is now visible in easy-to-understand [...] need to scouting for whitefly any more. You photograph the sticky traps, and this immediately tells you how the level of infestation is developing.’ At

• Caterpillar control with nematodes

  nematodes are also very effective on foliage-feeding pests. A fact that offers growers many new opportunities the biological control of caterpillars . Our [...] growing methods in a wide range of crops; fruits, vegetables and ornamental crops. 5 reasons to use nematodes Effective control of many caterpillars Pests [...] in a liquid layer, a dry leaf surface does not stop the nematodes. Depending on climatic conditions, nematodes survive on the leaf surface for many hours

• Canadian Thrips in Greenhouses & Grow Rooms

  September 19, 2024

  ability to develop rapidly in a crop. There is also a question of control, as many North American growers have no experience when it comes to controlling [...] resources out there to attempt an in-house identification. For a full key on how to identify Canadian thrips, click here > ( Key-to-important-thrips-pe [...] y begin to feed. Each species will have preferences in how they disperse along the plant. When wing buds begin to develop, the larva begins to mature into

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  Resistance to pesticides was high, and regulations around active substances were tightening. Within just a few years, he and the team developed a reliable [...] It all started with a stick, a spider nest, and a curious boy exploring the Andalusian countryside. From a young age, José Eduardo Belda (Innovation Manager [...] entomology and, eventually, a pivotal role in shaping the course of biological control in Spain. A passion for insects – and a new beginning in Almeria After

• Roots Growers positive about Mycotal against whitefly

  which is a requirement for small cherry tomatoes. However, as we can only use this product a few times a year, we have very little leeway in terms of spraying [...] that’s not an option.’ Halting whitefly development Last year, Sam talked to Koppert consultants and decided to compare the effectiveness of three biological [...] dosages of the predatory bug. As a result of that choice, we’ve yet to find out how much of the effect can be attributed to Mycotal.’ Greater peace of mind

• Aphidius colemani

  aphids die as a result, many will survive and migrate to other plants to begin new colonies. To avoid becoming covered in their secretions, the parasite will [...] subsequently develop. Once larval development is complete the larva spins a cocoon inside the aphid cuticle, causing it to swell. The cuticle turns from a hard [...] however, provide a reliable key to the species of wasp within: many braconid wasps that parasitize aphids produce a mummy similar to that of Aphidius spp

• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  our growers. As the result of many years of research and fine-tuning, Spidex is now delivered in a new formulation; with a greater impact on spider mite [...] continuous access to nutrition during logistics, the females of Spidex Vital already have enough energy to develop their eggs. As a result they immediately [...] start laying eggs after release and don’t needs to get energy from spider mite from the field to develop the eggs. This will increase the population in