• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol [...] biocontrol agent is effective to a larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact [...] market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye

• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  January 1, 1970

  Brand, a leading company in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe [...] part of their mission as a producer is to contribute to healthy food in the world and, to achieve this, they must produce food with a lower chemical load. [...] has been quite challenging for Chula Brand, since we went from a conventional management to a more environmentally friendly one. What was the most challenging

• Spidex Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet

  November 13, 2022

  Phytoseiulus persimilis to multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks, extending the efficacy. Spidex Vital Plus has been [...] spider mite infestation in your crop. Hotspots of spider mites are enclosed by a ‘dam’ of predatory mites giving spider mites no chance to break out further [...] the sachets make sure that the predatory mites are present in the crop over a longer period of time making it difficult for spider mites to escape the predatory

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

  October 6, 2025

  Innovation in biological crop protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better [...] but is considered one of the most difficult species to produce. Thanks to a combination of in-depth knowledge, technical breakthroughs, and strategic [...] available in commercial volumes. We are the only company in the world to do so. A predatory mite with exceptional potential Limonica is distinguished by its

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  May 19, 2025

  with the emergence of a new pest: Thrips parvispinus. “ It’s devastating the pepper crops here, ” Kris explains. “ But we already had a predatory mite in [...] research, we could act quickly—test, reproduce, and deliver a solution in time .” Staying ahead in a globalized world In today’s interconnected world, pests [...] determination come together. Predatory mites have become more than just a tool - they’re a symbol of what sustainable agriculture can achieve. Nothing beats

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  March 17, 2025

  didn’t. I remember one experiment with a garlic-based product. We applied it in the evening, and by morning, the entire greenhouse smelled like a giant shawarma [...] Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my father and uncle began working with [...] that’s not how biological control works best. Now, we take a proactive approach, maintaining a strong population of predatory mites throughout the entire

• Getting a head start - The importance of scouting in winter

  January 31, 2025

  growers, this transition is not just about preparing for planting; it is also a critical time for pest and disease management. Effective scouting during these [...] interventions. An important principle to scout for diseases is to understand what a healthy plant looks like. This is specifically key to identifying seedling [...] favour specific pathogens. For example, foot rot ( Microdochium nivale ) is a common pathogen in winter wheat, especially under cool and wet conditions during

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 11, 2024

  cucumber crop and set out to find a natural solution. One that would last for a very long time… ‘Back in the 60s, my father was a cucumber grower battling with [...] It started as a germ of an idea, or rather a little predatory mite in this case. Koppert’s pioneer, Jan Koppert noticed that chemical sprays were ineffective [...] father passed away, my brother Peter started running Koppert as a commercial venture. I joined them in 1972, and my cousin Henri Oosthoek in 1977. From

• Cerall.. a powerful weapon against Fusarium, Tilletia caries and Septoria nodorum

  July 13, 2021

  with all widely used seed-treatment equipment Approval (U.K.) • Cerall has a full approval in the U.K., MAPP number 19001 • Cerall also has been verified [...] • Growth is promoted, even under abiotic/biotic stress This is a great beginning for a healthy, flourishing and resilient crop, and is the perfect starting [...] New crops run the risk of disease, even at sowing. Arable farmers now have a powerful weapon against fungal diseases: Cerall , available from Koppert Biological

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  January 1, 1970

  Koppert, I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural [...] decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires [...] emphasizes that his approach stemmed from both practical considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity