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

  May 7, 2024

  this system, the yeast grows on the bran acting as a food source for the bran mites, which in turn acts as a food source for the predator mite. After feeding [...] premature expiration of your sachets leaving your crop exposed to pests such as thrips , spider mites , hemp russet mites, broad mites and whiteflies . Koppert [...] important to first understand what is in a sachet and how they work. Most will act as individualized breeding systems, slowly releasing all stages of predatory

• Stick it to Pests: The Power of Mass Trapping

  May 17, 2024

  their ability to prevent migration within the controlled environment, as well as delving into their rates and efficacy. Disrupting Future Populations When [...] environmentally friendly pest management strategy. Moreover, mass trapping serves as a valuable tool in preventing pest migration within controlled environments [...] a cost-efficient strategy for growers. Additionally, mass trapping serves as a valuable tool in preventing pest migration within controlled environments

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  controls of two spotted spider mites with Amblyseius californicus — marketed as Spical — marking a milestone in expanding biocontrol beyond the greenhouse [...] department in Almería and Águilas, now extends beyond Spain. What started as a small team focused on adapting Koppert solutions to Mediterranean crops

• 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 sustainable and efficient plant cultivation [...] Among the many technologies available, Horiver sticky cards have emerged as a game-changer. These simple yet powerful tools offer growers a cost-effective [...] How do Horiver cards work? The bright colors of Horiver sticky cards act as a visual attractant to flying insects. Different colors appeal to specific

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  March 17, 2025

  Koppert’s biological solutions. At the time, biological pest control was seen as unconventional, even laughed at. “People thought we were crazy, calling us [...] issues, not just reacting to today’s challenges but planning for the future.” As horticulture evolves, Pieter believes that consumer education will be crucial

• Predatory Mites: Should I Order Bottles or Sachets?

  May 31, 2024

  mite, a feeder mite (for the predatory mite to feed on), and a carrier, such as bran (food source for the feeder mite). How do they work and how long do they [...] decreases the chance of a second generation from developing on the plant, as most homes and cannabis grows do not grow at this RH. A sachet will allow

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  January 14, 2025

  our macro-organisms, she also has knowledge of our microbial products such as nematodes and fungi which combat pests and diseases but can also support plant [...] preventatively rather than curatively to better control and contain pests as chemical correction products are phased out. Drones, robotics and blower systems

• Manual Wireless Beehome

  shade (as a preventative action, pay attention to potential damp problems by avoiding points in the greenhouse where drops of water could fall as a result [...] Wireless BeeHome system is mainly used in the winter months, at the same time as grow lights are used (for tomato cultivation, for instance). These grow lights [...] • mains. Only use earthed sockets. • Never connect safety components such as fuses. • Do not remove any safety stickers. • 3.2 Required training The user

• Mycotal FAQ

  product can be found on the packaging. How to apply Mycotal? Mycotal is applied as a foliar spray with regular spraying equipment. New research has shown that

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

  January 14, 2025

  predatory mites, for me they feel like my children”, Antonio adds with a smile. “As a parent you can’t have favourites, but I am proud to say that I have a special