• Leaf miners

  marketable yields. Biological control of leaf miners combines effective natural enemies and monitoring tools to target different pest stages: Beneficial [...] leaf miner affecting various crops in temperate parts of the world. Under natural conditions, the larvae of these species are parasitized by parasitic wasps [...] cause few problems. However, the use of chemical insecticides kills these natural enemies, allowing the leaf miner population to erupt into serious numbers

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

  January 14, 2025

  with a deep knowledge of our natural solutions and sustainable practices, this is a unique combination. “From integrating natural enemies into pest control [...] the summer vegetable garden, this lifestyle revolved around the rhythm of nature. It was family farming, free from chemicals, and grounded in self-sufficiency—a [...] biological control. “Swirskii changed our lives,” he says with pride. This natural enemy has been a game-changer for agriculture in Spain, offering rapid control

• Herbs

  About Herbs are actually all plants which are used as food ingredient, natural medicine or fragrances. They often have savory or aromatic characteristics

• Koppert Foundation

  smallholder farmers providing education about our wonderful partnering with nature in integrated crop management supporting local Koppert employees with their

• Aphidius ervi

  species that plays a significant role in biological control of aphids . The natural enemy Aphidius ervi has been widely utilized in various agricultural regions [...] Aphidius ervi is most effective between 20 and 25°C (68 and 77°F). This natural enemy is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F. Behaviour of the

• Protected vegetables

  beneficial organisms in pest control. Avoiding broad-spectrum pesticides allows natural enemies and pollinators, such as predatory mites and bees, to thrive. Pesticide [...] biological pest control . Biological control, also known as biocontrol, is a natural approach to pest management. Instead of resorting to chemical solutions [...] beneficial insects, mites, nematodes and microorganisms take center stage. Natural enemies like predatory mites and parasitic wasps are effective solutions

• Tree specialist Wolterinck: Control of oak processionary caterpillar with Entonem

  continues, ‘The product has a guaranteed firm, preventive effect, it’s a 100% natural and it helps preserve biodiversity.’

• Open field pollination

  diversity, and promoting robust crop growth. Bumblebees in particular are nature’s best pollinators for open field crops, like cherries, apples and pears [...] By following our recommendations, you can unlock the full potential of nature's pollinators and witness remarkable improvements in your crop productivity

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

  January 14, 2025

  me to carry on his legacy. I’m passionate about educating growers on how natural methods, like predatory mites , enable them to cultivate their crops sustainably [...] a shift from a curative mindset to a preventive approach — aiming at a natural balance in their crops and how to maintain it," she explains. Yet, the results [...] consultants in the industry with years of practice in the field. We know our natural products and devise IPM strategies for each of our customers to suit their

• Don Sanchez Fresh innovates with biological control in avocados

  berry growers in the region. That was when they learned about Koppert's natural solutions. Since then, both companies have maintained a close relationship [...] more and more growers are exploring the development and implementation of natural enemies of pests and diseases such as predatory mites and bugs , lacewings