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

  April 16, 2025

  her conviction to ensure they arrive in perfect condition to perform their task: protecting the crops that provide us with food. Roots in nature Originally [...] earth. Commitment to biological excellence Bertha found in Koppert the perfect place to merge her love for plants with her commitment to ecological management [...] company that was not only the first to introduce a predatory mite for pest control but has also continued to innovate to offer superior quality products.

• Maize

  Maize or corn ( Zea mays subsp. mays ), is a large grain plant that divided in six main types: flint corn, dent corn, popcorn, pod corn, sweet corn and flour [...] flour corn. Already about 10,000 years ago, maize was domesticated by the indigenous communities in Mexico and it still plays a main role in the preparation [...] kernels. These kernels are often incorrectly referred to as seeds. Maize kernels often serve as starch in cooking practices. Nowadays, maize is extensively

• Tomato looper

  and thin. The eggs are white to pale green, shiny, dome-shaped with 28 to 32 vertical ribs. They are deposited singly or in pairs throughout the crop, on [...] Chrysodeixis chalcites ) belongs to the family of Noctuidae . It is a tropical and subtropical species originating in the Mediterranean and northern Africa [...] families, among them crops such as cauliflower, corn, crucifer, soybean, potato, strawberry, banana, sweet pepper and tomato but also chrysanthemum and geranium

• Mastering the Battle Against Lawn Pests: White Grubs and Leatherjacket Edition

  April 25, 2024

  grubs/larvae per square foot, it is time to act. Biological Control with Nematodes One effective method of controlling white grubs and leatherjackets is using [...] ns, if applying in later in the season (as stated above), you do not have to worry about soil temperature. Nematodes are sensitive to Ultraviolet Light [...] Light (UV). It is best to avoid spraying in direct sunlight. Spray early in the morning, in the late evening or on a cloudy/rainy day. Avoid combining with

• Beneficial nematodes

  bodies, and they come in a variety of sizes, ranging from microscopic to several inches in length. Nematodes play various roles in ecosystems. Some are [...] and beetle larvae. Its ability to adapt to different temperatures makes it a good choice for controlling caterpillars in various crops. Heterorhabditis [...] They are used in turfgrass management and for controlling pests in several vegetable crops, blueberries, and other soft fruit crops. How to apply nematodes

• Nematodes significantly reduce Tuta larvae

  wanted to offer safe and sustainable products to our customers,’ Zoboli continues. ‘It is better to use them when the larvae are small in order to maximize [...] of chemicals ‘Using biological control methods, we have been able to significantly reduce the amount of chemicals used in our greenhouses. Società Agricola [...] Tuta in the crop of more than 80%. The large infestation which was present was reduced and under control, and the application greatly contributed to the

• Cabbage leafroller

  y gerbera. In chrysanthemum too, this species is an increasing problem, and it has caused problems in sweet pepper since the mid 1980’s. In protected soft [...] located in warty spots that are lighter than the general body colour. In general, the caterpillar has a rather dull appearance. In the fruit of sweet pepper [...] opening bud to the growing tip, while older caterpillars eat a hole in the shoot and hollow it out, causing the shoot or growing point to wilt and die

• Plant Disease Management

  What is biological disease control? Biological control of plant diseases is a method used to manage and reduce the impact of plant diseases by utilizing [...] organisms. This method relies on the use of living organisms to suppress or control plant pathogens, which are microorganisms that cause diseases in plants. The [...] pressure to adopt sustainable and environmentally responsible agricultural practices, biological disease control is set to play a more prominent role in our

• Integrated Pest Management

  effective way to control pests without resorting to chemicals. Mass trapping techniques like Rollertraps or Horiver contribute to control of the flying [...] infesting in the first place. Monitoring Regular monitoring of pest populations helps in making informed decisions about control strategies. Control When necessary [...] often referred to as IPM, is a sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to pest management. It employs a combination of strategies to prevent and

• Natutec biocontrol application devices

  tailored to meet the unique needs of our customers in different growing environments. Natutec enables growers to: Use biological control products in hard-to-reach [...] As pioneers in biological control, Koppert introduced the world's first natural pest control solution and continues to set new standards in sustainable [...] hard-to-reach or large arable crops . Improve the effectiveness of biological control methods through uniform distribution. Increase efficiency and save up