• Predatory mites against thrips and whitefly - a question of customization

  April 25, 2016

  the market. ‘It may be old, but it’s still going strong,’ says Yvonne van Houten. ‘Cucumeris is a generalist: while it preys on thrips, it also eats whitefly [...] mites . It is active from 12°C and is a trump card in the fight against pests even in temperate regions. Given this quality, it’s no wonder that it is widely [...] Amblyseius swirskii, also known by its brand name ‘Swirski-Mite,’ is a generalist: while it combats thrips and whitefly, it also has a side effect on spider

• Bean seed fly

  Delia platura ) is a small, dark-colored fly measuring about 4-5 mm in length. It typically has a shiny black or dark brown body with clear wings. The larvae

• Citripar: user – friendly application and sustainable packaging

  March 31, 2025

  update to our Citripar product, enhancing both its sustainability and user experience. Citripar, known for its effective biological control of Citrus mealybug [...] canopy. The new Citripar packaging is made from primarily recyclable materials. It consists of a recyclable cardboard tube, two recyclable plastic lids. This [...] aimed to improve both usability and sustainability. The new packaging makes it easier for growers to apply Citripar effectively while also reducing plastic

• Embracing sustainability brings value

  June 17, 2024

  out. ‘But it’s not only our products that need to be sustainable; it’s our operations too. For this, we need to get everybody on board so it becomes one [...] ly intertwined, the role of agriculture is paramount. It's not merely about producing crops; it's about fostering a relationship with nature to ensure [...] sustainability goals. The launch of 'Future Forward' Recently, Koppert launched its 'Future Forward' global sustainability strategy, aiming to integrate sust

• Fit roots for plant health

  greenhouses, which Hoogendoorn Growth Management publishes in cooperation with its partners, in this case Koppert. This white paper elaborates on the micro life

• Welcome Nezapar, so long stink bug!

  the rearing of Trissolcus basalis to viable commercial quantities making it possible to introduce the beneficial at every relevant moment. FAQ Nezapar

• Limonica Ulti-Mite

  Amblydromalus limonicus performs effectively across a wide range of temperatures. It remains active and able to predate and reproduce in both cooler and warmer

• Protect your crops with Mycotal when temperatures drop

  November 7, 2023

  crop at a later stage. Therefore, it is crucial to eliminate pests in wintertime, while pest pressure is still low. It allows you to start the new season [...] foremost, due to its specific mode of action, Mycotal is one of the safest microbial based products for beneficial insects, making it a powerful weapon [...] existing spraying equipment. It is compatible in the tank mix with a wide range of other plant protection products, making it easy to integrate in your current

• Latest R&D data about the new strain of Myzus persicae

  February 9, 2025

  researchers to determine early on that despite rumors suggesting it might be Myzus ornatus, it was still Myzus persicae. This confirmation enabled the team [...] growers struggling to contain them. ‘It’s a very damaging pest, particularly for crops like sweet peppers, but it’s also prevalent in many other crops, [...] cooperation with our partner, Wageningen University, to identify the strain and its unique characteristics.’ Fortunately, Koppert's strong taxonomic expertise

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

  January 14, 2025

  predatory mite introduced by Koppert in the 60s, and it remains Rianne’s favourite. ‘It stands talls on its legs, is perfectly round and runs over the leaves [...] that they are doing their job. Years of innovation have made it a real gamechanger when it comes to controlling spider mite effectively.’ Phytoseiulus [...] like predatory mites , enable them to cultivate their crops sustainably. It’s a journey I’ve been on since 1998. Transforming perspectives on biocontrol