• Steinernema carpocapsae

  exceed 25°C/77°F and pH must be between 4 and 8 Distribute the spraying solution evenly over the soil/medium surface Application through irrigation systems: [...] please contact your local representative for specific advice Spray the solution as soon as it is prepared and within a short timeframe. Do not store mixed

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest in such solutions, but ignorance and a lack of alternative options still hinder acceptance [...] Koppert, which is crucial especially when you start using bio-control solutions. It has helped him deploy organic methods efficiently and effectively,

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  July 21, 2025

  point. “For the first time, predatory mites offered a working, scalable solution for growers - and it triggered a real shift in mentality in Almeria.” Scaling [...] commercial trials, Koppert Spain developed a rigorous pipeline to ensure each solution works in real Mediterranean conditions. “Our research approach is classic [...] and regions. But reinforcing them with strategic releases of Koppert’s solutions has shown great promise. Combined with microbiologicals, these products

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

  December 10, 2024

  she has passionately supported growers in transitioning to biological solutions and vows to continue this mission for the rest of her life. Growing up [...] in a farming family, Rianne's father was a pioneer in using biological solutions for his crops. He also devoted half of his land to creating a tiny forest [...] often faced resistance from growers. "Convincing them that biological solutions work required a shift from a curative mindset to a preventive approach

• Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

  larger application devices for biocontrol challenging, so finding a compact solution with extensive coverage was essential. With the Airobreez, we’ve accomplished

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

  December 10, 2024

  replicating the same model in all parts of the world.” Through innovative solutions like predatory mites , Koppert has revolutionized biological control. “Swirskii [...] relation to chemical use in the past, and Swirskii was that disruptive solution that we needed at that time.” Nowadays Koppert's predatory mites play a [...] programme, we need them.” But biological control isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution. It requires an integrated approach—an ecosystem of natural enemies, including

• Phytophthora blight

  healing, by allowing air circulation Disinfect recirculating nutrient solutions Prevent plant diseases by optimizing plant potential and crop resilience

• Thrips

  approach. Biological control of thrips combines several complementary solutions that target multiple life stages: Predatory mites Beneficial nematodes [...] fungi can provide an additional line of defense. With Koppert’s biological solutions for thrips, professional growers can achieve reliable, sustainable pest [...] pest management while protecting crop quality and productivity. Solutions for thrips control Learn more about What are thrips? Several species of thrips are

• Black leg of seedlings

  substrate below 70% and ensure good drainage Disinfect recirculating nutrient solutions Increase the distance to the main substrate at the start by using higher

• Damping-off

  substrate below 70% and ensure good drainage Disinfect recirculating nutrient solutions. Increase the distance to the main substrate at the start by using higher