• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection [...] ies to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such [...] determined to prepare for this new phase of sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example, Koen is an inspiration for others striving for more

• Maximizing Bumblebee Pollination in Canadian Fruit Crops

  July 15, 2024

  pollen. Note: 5-7 days prior to a flower’s opening is a good delivery window to aim for. 2. Distance from Honeybees: Honeybees can destroy bumblebee colonies [...] Bumblebees can play a key role in strengthening pollination programs as they are highly adapted to Canadian weather conditions. Compared to honeybees, they [...] tree pollen for them to forage on until the crop's blooms open. Getting bumblebees in early will ensure they have the full pollination window to do their

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

  September 3, 2024

  listened to their demands and challenges for more than 55 years and responded to their needs with mutual understanding and support. It has resulted in a huge [...] make biological control a mainstream method in a growing number of crops. There is a world to win out there, and we are confident that our predatory mites [...] is difficult to beat.’ The innovative biocontrol solution that came onto the market more than half a century ago was a real game changer for growers at the

• 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 [...] travelling the given distance. In a bottle of Spidex Vital a more diverse population composition is present, so when applied in hotspots the adults are followed [...] 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

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  May 19, 2025

  on a crop, I was amazed. Seeing how a plant remained healthy and vigorous thanks to these tiny allies was a revealing experience ”, she recalls. A legacy [...] Koppert: a pioneering company that was not only the first to introduce a predatory mite for pest control but has also continued to innovate to offer superior [...] continue to make a difference in sustainable agriculture, securing a future where food production is in harmony with the environment. Thanks to her work

• Using Predatory Mites, but still having Thrips Issues? Close the Gap in your Thrips Control Program

  July 16, 2024

  best to use in your growing situation. However, it is difficult for any predatory mite to control anything larger than the first larval stage, due to size [...] and adults). For larger thrips species more common in tropical plants, it is best to use a combination of Chrysoperla carnea ( Chrysopa ) to target the larger [...] Thrips are a widespread threat in most environments, entering growing spaces a variety of ways: on new plant material, clothing, pets, or flying in from outside

• Poultry Red Mite

  poultry red mite, chicken mite or roost mite, is a major pest of fowl, pigeons, and other caged birds worldwide. A parasite especially common to poultry breeding [...] responsible for hundreds of millions of dollars in egg industry losses every year. Despite its common names, Dermanyssus gallinae can parasitize a wide range [...] vitality due to parasitism reduces hens’ production; and The mite can transmit several viral diseases (Newcastle disease paramyxovirus; St. Louis encephalitis

• Bacterial canker of tomato

  cankers to form. On tomato leaves, water-soaked lesions occur, usually white with a brown centre. In potato, the disease usually only occurs in the second [...] propagation material. It spreads to other seedlings by touching the plants in greenhouse crops and by water in field crops, for example through splashes of [...] General Clavibacter is a quarantine organism in Europe, which means that strong efforts are used to prevent the bacterium from entering. When the occasional

• Biopar

  of infestation. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Cattle: [...] shells, they will start searching for fly pupae to parasitize. After parasitism, wasps of the new generation can be expected in approximately 2-3 weeks. Pack [...] 100°F. Side effects Pesticides can have (in)direct effects on biological solutions. Consult your Koppert advisor for a tailored advice. Storage time after receipt

• Knowing & recognizing

  Koppert - A knowledge company The use of biological control is not a simple process, it has become a complex system in which many aspects need to be considered [...] n between pests, diseases and their natural enemies. It explains how they spread in the crop, the damage they can cause, and specific behavioural char [...] need for knowledge has been recognized by Koppert for over 50 years. Recent scientific discoveries concerning beneficial microorganisms have led to new