• Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France

  close to Nesidiocoris . Therefore, Capsanem must be aimed at the top of the plant and run-off must be avoided. We honed our recommendations to try to affect [...] interest in the method that we have validated in the field. The results are very clear. It is very effective on the larvae. The nematodes also act on Macrolophus [...] appealed to us due to its biological protection qualities. Additionally, as a macroorganism, there's no waiting period. These are major assets on our farm

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

  February 17, 2025

  family’s dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through various crops—from lettuce to tomatoes, and eventually to their current specialty: [...] Stolk Brothers’ journey in horticulture began in 1925 when Pieter Stolk’s great-grandfather purchased land in Bergschenhoek and started growing lettuce [...] Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my father and uncle began working with Koppert

• Canadian Thrips in Greenhouses & Grow Rooms

  September 19, 2024

  become an up-and-coming pest in North America appearing in places like Hawaii in the early 2000s, Florida in 2020, and Canada in 2021. They are feared for [...] thrips species and are highly dispersive. They can be carried easily by wind from fields to greenhouses and vice versa. They can be found on the underside [...] than 2.5 mm in length, these small and slender insects are prevalent pests in greenhouses and grow rooms across Canada. Worldwide there are over 7000 species

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

  September 30, 2024

  effective glutton, it can also be used in many crops and under a great variety of circumstances. In the first instance, it can be used in large fruiting vegetable [...] resistance to weather conditions such as moisture and drought in outdoor cultivation (although equally effective in greenhouses and tunnels), and which once [...] resistant to high temperatures. It makes short work of thrips and whitefly and also tackles spider mite and tarsonemid mite.’ Versatile and reliable Amblyseius

• The journey of sustainable citrus farming in agriculture

  scales with Aphytis and Rhyzobug and spider mites with Spical Ulti-Mite . These biocontrol solutions have not only proven to be successful but also reduced [...] reduced the reliance on chemical pesticides. The path to environmental friendly farming Dedicated to sustainable practices, Balbino and his team have transformed [...] Get to know Balbino Garre Martínez, a grower with over 35 years of experience in citrus and livestock farming. Balbino, along with his two brothers, operates

• Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control

  grew to be one of the most important products for 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 control: Spidex Vital Born to fight Spidex Vital predatory mites are born to fight your spider mites . It gives [...] n is present, so when applied in hotspots the adults are followed up by the growing nymphs and also Spidex eggs that are present will hatch amidst the

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  remains necessary to prevent crop failures and ensure food supply. While traditional and organic farming methods are getting closer due to a reduced chemical [...] In Dronten lies Koen's farm, where traditional and organic agriculture come together. In an interview, Koen shares his personal experiences and insights [...] agriculture, where traditional and organic practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix

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

  April 16, 2025

  there are still many more to discover, ” he says. “ We will continue to innovate and adapt. That’s the only way to stay ahead .” This drive to innovate paid [...] Koppert still leads the way and provides growers with secure supply, superior quality, expert guidance and advice, and access to continuous innovation that [...] ” Innovation in action Koppert’s predatory mite, Swirski-Mite , quickly proved to be a game-changer. “ It worked against both thrips and whitefly - two

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

  growers are now able to build of defense lines to both control the mites in the hotspots and prevent further infestation of the crop’. Reasons to use Spidex [...] is easy to use. Introduce the sachets in and around hotspots and repeat biweekly. Spidex Vital Plus sachets can be used in combination with Spidex Vital [...] spider mite but prefers to feed on younger stages. Tim Bossinga, Product Manager: 'By placing the sachets strategically in and around identified hotspots

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

  remains necessary to prevent crop failures and ensure food supply. While traditional and organic farming methods are getting closer due to a reduced chemical [...] agriculture, where traditional and organic practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix [...] knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods can no longer be applied