How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today
June 10, 2024
e against the mites in 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 [...] of spider mite,’ says Paul. ‘Koppert was the first to offer a biological solution in the market, and years later, we are still rearing this incredibly useful [...] resistant to chemical agents, so growers were actively seeking alternative solutions for pests and diseases. At the same time, supermarkets imposed higher