• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  we explore how Koppert is preparing for future challenges with new and evolving solutions. Peter Couwels is a fixture at Koppert, “part of the company [...] Airobug is one of Koppert's air blowing systems for the efficient and even distribution of natural enemies. “By introducing different types of application [...] conditions. When speed is of the essence, we rely on this toolbox of solutions. By choosing the right combination, we can respond much more quickly than if

• Amblydromalus limonicus, a versatile predator in the fight against soft-bodied pests

  July 21, 2025

  efficiency is a key advantage in dynamic greenhouse environments. High reproductive and predation rates Another distinguishing feature of A. limonicus is its [...] In the world of biological pest control , few predatory mites have garnered as much scientific interest as Amblydromalus limonicus . Native to subtropical [...] with a unique edge What sets A. limonicus apart is its ability to target multiple developmental stages of its prey. Unlike many predatory mites that primarily

• Enjoy multiple benefits against spider mite with Spical

  November 12, 2020

  benefits Spical is part of a system known as Integrated Pest Management (IPM), an approach that allows you to significantly scale back use of pesticides. This [...] has a range of benefits: Any type of chemical spraying results in crop damage, which you can avoid by being conservative with the number of spraying ap [...] Spical is almost like an insurance policy against spider mites . If you use the product before finding traces of spider mite, you can be sure that Spical

• IBMA: Back Biocontrol, not chemical pesticides

  October 18, 2021

  Executive Director of The International Biocontrol Manufacturers Association (IBMA,) said: “The state of the climate, biodiversity and health are of deep concern [...] cutting back rapidly on chemical pesticides. The revision of Sustainable Use Directive (SUD) is one of the first opportunities for the EU to translate Farm [...] SUD must take stock of the EU Green Deal and its Farm to Fork Strategy for which biocontrol is a key enabler. As passionate advocates of the Green Deal, the

• Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

  June 30, 2023

  explosion in the life of butterflies and moths Butterflies and moths are fairly harmless insects, but their caterpillars can do a lot of damage and have a [...] eggs, often in groups on the leaves or other parts of plants. Some species separate them, some lay a row of eggs, while others deposit them in layers. Every [...] possible to salvage it As the caterpillars eat more, they grow out of their skins. The number of times the caterpillar sheds its skin can vary from three to more

• Premium quality, around the world

  March 20, 2023

  with precise climate control in terms of temperature and humidity. That climate is specifically tailored to the needs of every individual beneficial, bumblebee [...] possible condition Stacking the boxes on pallets with proper ventilation is one of many steps taken to regulate optimal conditions for specific products. [...] It takes a great deal of knowledge and technology, and strict adherence to protocols to control the health and reproduction of beneficials, pollinators

• Spider mites and other mites

  necrosis. Life cycle of mites The life cycle of mites typically consists of four stages: egg, larva, nymph, and adult. The duration of their life cycle can [...] so keeping them healthy and strong is essential. Regular monitoring of your plants for early signs of plant mites is also critical. This can be done by [...] Biological control of spider mites and other mites uses a range of natural enemies that target different developmental stages of the pest: Predatory mites

• The predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis has been an important trump card in spider mite control for many years now

  June 17, 2021

  mites constitute a huge problem. ‘This pest is an important point of concern at the companies that I visit. This is because spider mites can be considerably [...] consisting of the predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus , as a basis to control spider mites. ‘What this does is slow down the development of spider mites [...] visibility of population According to Van de Ven, the introduction of Spidex Vital marks an important step forwards in achieving even better control of spider

• Koppert offers a new service: extra potential for the improvement of crop protection

  December 15, 2016

  Koppert is providing its clients with a new service: the analysis of samples of pests and beneficials. This service allows growers to make use of an incredibly [...] keep themselves informed about the state of their crops in terms of infestation levels and the biological control of pests. Scouting and sticky trap counts [...] or establishing which type of beneficial is the most effective when multiple beneficials are deployed against one type of pest. ‘By providing answers

• Uniform emergence and fewer losses thanks to Trianum

  January 21, 2021

  ‘That’s why Trianum is so successful and shows clear results in a short space of time. The crop is often given a head start.’ Frank is not surprised that [...] approximately one hundred hectares. The majority of that area is used for non-organic cultivation of potatoes, wheat, carrots, onions, beetroot, and tulips [...] elsewhere, emergence was much better and more uniform. I also noticed significantly fewer losses. You should bear in mind that parsnip is particularly slow to