• Shallot aphid

  aphids often occur at the end of the storage period causing malformation of new plants. Life cycle and appearance of The shallot aphid Aphids have a complex [...] parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood [...] towards the apex. The shallot aphid does not alternate to another host plant for overwintering and there is no sexual stage in the life cycle. No eggs are

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  Limonica on a large scale.” The importance of patents for innovation and reliability Tom Groot, responsible for the patent process, emphasizes why Koppert has [...] Limonica in 2012. The breakthrough came two years ago when we submitted a new project to R&D. Together with production, they reviewed the entire process [...] quantity of feed to the composition of the rearing medium and the design of new production lines. After implementing these improvements, the results were

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  we can respond much more quickly than if we were to search for a new natural enemy for each new challenge. That speed can mean the difference between a [...] that marked a turning point for the company. Additionally, we explore how Koppert is preparing for future challenges with new and evolving solutions. Peter [...] facilities for mass production, resulting in an effective and viable solution. Those breakthroughs in turn have served as a launch pad for new solutions

• Nothing beats original

  insights into the passion and dedication that continue to fuel our quest for finding new and improved solutions today to support more sustainable agriculture [...] e, in partnership with nature. Be the first to receive updates about new stories. Subscribe to our YouTube channel. Koppert Predatory Mites Predatory mites [...] product portfolio into the gold standard growers worldwide trust as the basis for their integrated pest management strategies. Predatory mites are applied to

• Powdery mildew

  surface. On the mycelium on the plant surface, new conidiophores are formed, structures which contain new spores, the conidia. These conidiophores are the [...] contact with water for no more than a few hours. Powdery mildew spores, either ascospores or conidia, don’t need nutrients or water for germination. In general [...] perithecia, structures containing ascospores. Ascospores have not been found yet for all powdery mildew fungi and especially in greenhouse crops they don’t play

• Broad mite

  different to the others and not used for walking. After moulting to the third larval stage the larvae stay in their cuticle for one or two days and then emerge [...] distortion of the above-ground growth of the plant. The mites show a preference for young, developing plant tissue, like the growing tips, young leaves and flower [...] the adult female emerges from the larval cuticle. Tarsonemid mites have no eyes. Female broad mites ( Polyphagotarsonemus latus ) lay their eggs mainly on

• Yellow rose aphid

  parthenogenesis, with unfertilized viviparous females continuing to produce new generations of females. Aphids moult four times before reaching adulthood [...] multiplying parthenogenetically with viviparous females continuously producing new generation of females) and generally found only on cultivated roses and s

• Harnessing the Power of Parasitic Wasps

  March 21, 2024

  photosynthesis and causing fruit & flowers to be discarded for aesthetics. Acting as a vector for various plant diseases, transmitting pathogens from infected [...] cause a big hurdle for growers relying solely on chemical control or parasitism control methods, so other control methods are needed for this pest. Paras [...] (both E. formosa and E. eremicus ) provide a buffer for a variety of situations, making them suitable for a range of temperature and pressure conditions. Timing

• Two-spotted spider mite

  “two-spotted spider mite”. The spots can vary in both form and size. The red eyes can be seen in all stages. Recognize two-spotted spider mite Spider mites [...] hygienic measures. Moreover, it is essential to monitor your crop regularly for signs of spider mites, so you can detect an infestation early and take action [...] continuous supply of predatory mites even before the pest is present. Recommended for you Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

• Ulti-Mite: Revolutionizing biocontrol with innovative predatory mite sachets

  foil used for Ulti-Mite opens up new possibilities in outdoor crop protection , such as citrus cultivation. The innovative packaging allows for stable and [...] population inside increases, creating a sustainable food source for the predatory mites to build new populations. Fully industrial compostable Ulti-Mite sachets [...] designed to withstand both low and high levels of humidity, making them ideal for use in environments where traditional paper sachets are prone to dry out and