• Koppert launches Stingray 25 in France: a booster of crop growth and productivity

  March 4, 2025

  announce the launch of Stingray 25 in France. Stingray 25 is derived from Ascophyllum nodosum , a unique seaweed sourced from the nutrient-rich waters of the [...] making Stingray 25 a valuable addition to modern crop management strategies. “The launch of Stingray 25 represents a significant advancement in sustainable crop [...] solutions like Triario. In France, growers saw yield increases of up to 1.01 tons per hectare in maize, with a return on investment of 3,60 euro on every euro

• Mottled arum aphid

  green with black cross bands behind the head, broken along the midline, and a large horseshoe-shaped spot on the back of the abdomen. These black markings can [...] General The mottled arum aphid, Neomyzus circumflexus , has a cosmopolitan distribution and a wide host range. In temperate climates it is primarily a pest [...] large amounts of honeydew, which provides an excellent substrate for the growth of black sooty mould. Large areas of mould covering the leaves can reduce

• Natupol - Consistent quality and continuous innovation

  June 8, 2020

  innovation The introduction of natural pollinators into greenhouses since the 80s resulted in spectacular increases in yield and improved quality in tomato [...] lighting; the smaller Natupol Smart is suitable for crops grown in smaller tunnels of up to 500 m². The standard Natupol hive for the pollination of most fruit [...] and effectiveness of the hive itself, the selection, rearing and vitality of the bumblebees, continuous R&D and innovation, live cargo logistics, and worldwide

• Limonica: an excellent method for keeping thrips in check

  November 1, 2017

  but the spider mite problem eventually got out of hand. 'A new chemical agent hit the market and it did a good job of keeping our crops free of spider [...] g with Artefeed on a weekly basis. The effects were visible within weeks. 'In the part of the greenhouse where we supplemented the Limonica, we saw more [...] helped the company keep thrips infestations in check. Lindy's Flowers was founded in 1980 by Jan and Wilma Lindeboom. The company is situated on a 1.2-hectare

• Anthura does everything possible against aphids

  April 22, 2020

  Peter Vogel. Anthura has a wide range of measures in place to maximize the quality and the health of the plants awaiting delivery. In some cases, customers [...] currently investing heavily in an approach being followed by one of company’s departments. In the department in question, a 1.4-hectare area, pot sizes [...] use of pesticides in the department this season and is introducing natural enemies much earlier. ‘We started with Aphiscout in week 5 with a dose of a half

• Drone application controls spider mite in Italian tomatoes

  July 13, 2023

  increasing role in the biological control of harmful spider mites in this important crop. Following the successful application of Spidex in greenhouse tomatoes [...] via drones in the field in 2019. By the end of last year, we were applying Spidex to some 500 hectares of outdoor tomatoes with good results.’ In Italy, there [...] solutions of 20 to 30% over the coming years.’ The expected growth in sales of biological products is essentially the result of increasing retail pressure

• In control of pests in outdoor crops

  May 3, 2024

  and the predatory mite, Spidex ( Phytoseiulus persimilis ) for the control of spider mites in tomatoes. Jenette: “To simplify the application of predatory [...] ) is one of the most recent additions to our portfolio for outdoor crops. This predatory beetle is the natural enemy of armoured scales in citrus and [...] ns to outdoor use.” As a result of these efforts, many countries have approved the use of Trianum ( Trichoderma harzianum ) in several outdoor crops, such

• International webinar to mark Year of Plant Health

  December 10, 2020

  inform the audience about what pest and disease control will look like in the (near) future. ‘The way in which we grow crops at the moment makes the plants [...] quality cresses in a sustainable way, the company’s vision transcends the horticulture sector. ‘Good nutrition is crucial for a healthy life; the production [...] present a new webinar series on plant health To mark the Year of Plant Health , Koppert Biological Systems , in cooperation with CABI , has organized a webinar

• Koppert collaborates with World Horti Center upgrade

  April 28, 2021

  contract with World Horti Center in the Westland, the Netherlands. WHC is undergoing a total renovation to bring it in line with the latest technology to give [...] Bodegom, on behalf of Koppert, and the Interim Director of the centre, Hans Kleijwegt, last week. Launched in 2018, World Horti Center is a leading platform [...] an inspiring impression of the Dutch professional horticultural sector. The renewed contract with WHC was signed by Marketing Communication Manager Mattijs

• An unexpected solution: the story of Fernando Rodríguez and Koppert's predatory mites

  March 17, 2025

  cultivation in the region, instilled in him from the value of hard work, but also warned him about the challenges of the industry. Despite the difficulties [...] Growing up in the fields of San Quintín, Baja California, Fernando Rodríguez Borrego was immersed in the world of agriculture. His family, pioneers in strawberry [...] efficiently implement the use of these beneficial organisms. "The Koppert team helped me understand the life cycles of the predatory mites, the optimal times to