• Rose aphid

  General The rose aphid, Macrosiphum rosae , is a serious and often abundant pest of roses. It is virtually cosmopolitan and widely spread in Europe. Damage symptoms Infestations with rose aphids retar

• Shallot aphid

  General The shallot aphid, Myzus ascalonicus , is extremely polyphagous. It feeds on crops such as onions, shallots, strawberries, lettuce, brassicas and potatoes and many ornamentals . The shallot ap

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

  March 17, 2025

  cycles of the predatory mites, the optimal times to release them, and how to combine them with other biological strategies. It was a continuous learning [...] didn’t know how they worked, how effective they were, or how to integrate them into my production system," recalls Fernando. It was thanks to Koppert's [...] adjust their behavior and can feed on other sources like pollen, allowing them to remain in the ecosystem and quickly respond to future outbreaks," he notes

• Beneficial nematodes

  nematodes release enzymes to help digest and soften the host's cuticle, allowing them to enter. Symbiotic bacteria release: Once inside the insect host, the nematodes [...] effectiveness until the day of application Create a nematode suspension by mixing them with water following provided instructions In case of soil application: Ensure [...] various insects and play a crucial role in biological pest control , making them beneficial for agriculture and horticulture. These nematodes are not harmful

• Rice root aphid

  General The rice root aphid (Rhopalosiphum rufiabdominale) is a well-known pest in North America that survives outdoors all year round. It can affect plants grown in both soil and hydroponic systems.

• Spider Mite Predators; Choosing the Best Biological For Your Situation

  July 24, 2024

  will prey on spider mites , but do not have a strong preference for them. This makes them a poor choice for biocontrol. These types of predator mites are commonly [...] predators on the market that can help with a spider mite infestation, but some of them are specialized to work in certain situations, so it is critical that you [...] adults actively search for spider mite colonies and deposit eggs next to them. Once the larva emerges, they feed exclusively on spider mites. This product

• Pepper weevil

  When they are already present on the crop, the best approach is to monitor them during the cooler parts of the day, as this is when they are most active

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

  January 14, 2025

  ensuring food security. It’s this passion for sustainable farming that brought them to Koppert, a global leader in biological crop protection . Here Antonio [...] help growers produce more and more sustainably and at the same time help them ensuring a good yield with quality produce is motivating his team of consultants [...] a good, robust, reliable integrated biological control programme, we need them.” But biological control isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. It requires

• Horiver Sticky Cards: A Powerful Tool for Pest Management and Prevention

  May 27, 2024

  sticky surface provides an irresistible landing spot for insects, trapping them upon contact and preventing their escape. What are Horiver Cards used for [...] flying insects. Different colors appeal to specific types of pests, making them more effective in targeting particular species. The cards essentially mimic [...] cues that insects use to locate hosts or breeding sites, thereby drawing them towards the trap. For example, the Spotted Wing Drosophila ( Drosophila suzukii

• Phytophthora blight

  which infect the host. Zoospores are spores with flagellae which enable them to move through water. Infection is usually from the root to the foot, but