• Navigating the Whitefly Battle

  March 6, 2024

  strategies highlighted the need in many cases for a multi-pronged approach. Whiteflies have a strong liking for various crops, including Tomato, Gerbera, Roses [...] quality. Bemisia is the primary vector for the Tomato Yellow Leaf-Curl Virus which is one of the most devastating viruses for a tomato crop. The Greenhouse Whitefly [...] your growing space. Adjust the mass trapping rate for Bemisia . Utilize two tapes per row specifically for tomatoes and Bemisia . Place them strategically

• An unexpected solution: the story of Fernando Rodríguez and Koppert's predatory mites

  March 17, 2025

  innovative pest management solutions for his crops. His first interaction with the company was through bumblebees for pollination , a strategy that revo [...] the results spoke for themselves," he adds. Today, Fernando not only uses Koppert products in his crops but is also an active advocate for biological control [...] transformation occurred when he discovered the potential of predatory mites for pest control. "When I first heard about biological control with predatory

• Mycotal Brochure

  Koppert cannot be held liable for unauthorized use. Koppert is not liable for any loss of quality if the product is stored for longer than recommended and/or [...] pests. Mycotal is safe for beneficial insects, mites and pollinators and leaves no hazardous residue. Benefits: • Biological product for effective control of [...] early morning for the highest possible level of humidity on leaf surface 6. Frequent applications are needed to break the pest cycle. For the optimal

• An impressive range of predatory mite solutions thanks to continuous research and innovations

  September 3, 2024

  knowledge. This has given growers the full support and expertise for effective solutions for their crops and their peace of mind.’ Listening to growers ‘My [...] father founded this company with the introduction of the first predatory mite for biological control’, says Koppert CEO René Koppert. ‘Our growing range of [...] came onto the market more than half a century ago was a real game changer for growers at the time. Continuous research and innovation to develop the product

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  May 19, 2025

  people said that biological control was only for the high-tech greenhouses in the north of Europe. Not for us. ” But things changed. And Koppert was at [...] confidence. “ Our mission is to provide real, reliable solutions—not just for today, but for the future. ” Finding balance At the heart of it all is the idea of [...] growing differently or we stopped growing altogether. ” Luckily, the groundwork for that change had already been laid. Some early trials with biological solutions

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

  July 4, 2024

  into a food source for nematodes. This should be used weekly to break up the pests' life cycle. It will also provide additional control for thrips pupae that [...] actively search for and feed on eggs, young larvae, and pupae. They are mobile and can distribute themselves throughout a greenhouse or grow room for efficient [...] problematic in propagation areas where the moist soil provides a secure place for the larvae to mature without drying out and increases available food sources

• Unauthorized Sellers: A Notice to Our Loyal Customers

  May 7, 2024

  stored for 1-2 weeks from the week number noted on the product, in a dark place at 14C. These exact two weeks will be shown on the batch code. For example [...] need to be used within 1-2 days after receipt from us. Storing any products for any length of time, past the expiration date or under conditions different

• Six Ways to Identify the Cannabis Aphid

  May 24, 2024

  Ways to Properly Identify the Cannabis Aphid: 1. For ID purposes, it’s crucial to use wingless adults for identification. Winged adults and nymphs don’t [...] don’t always display defining characteristics required for proper ID. 2. Three longitudinal lines are often visible on the dorsal (top) side of the abdomen;

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  September 15, 2025

  controlling this aggressive thrips species. Scirtothrips dorsalis : Known for its rapid spread and damage to peppers and strawberries, this species is [...] need to be considered when planning your IPM strategy.” Integration into IPM For best results, Limonica should be introduced preventively, supported by su [...] As new thrips species continue to challenge growers worldwide, the need for effective and sustainable control strategies is more urgent than ever. Limonica

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

  October 21, 2024

  to compare other natural enemies, old or new. And there is still no reason for that to change. The predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii has brought growers [...] as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye [...] The fact that the sachet is industrially compostable is a further advantage for users. After use, you can clear away the sachets with the crop. The robust