• Hunting season starts early with Anso-Mite

  February 16, 2021

  Amblyseius andersoni by its scientific name. Leading biocontrol innovator, Koppert Biological Systems, now has a predatory mite that is active at lower te [...] population growth, which adds strength to the thrips management strategy. The Koppert A. andersoni strain has been tested in several field experiments in the [...] will initially be introduced to the UK soft fruit market in mid-February. Koppert UK General Manager David Foster is convinced that Anso-Mite will offer soft

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  plants and no carryover of pests of diseases. Biostimulants are also incorporated including Vidi Terrum Floranova doesn’t just employ Koppert’s products [...] uses Koppert’s smallest size of Natupol hive (Natupol Seeds), sometimes even putting different species in the same pollination cage where there is no danger [...] February-March through to September-October we are almost exclusively using Koppert biological control products, with the exception of some biopesticides as

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  and beneficial nematodes , Capirel , against onion fly (Delia Antiqua). The partnership with Koppert also has strengthened his view on organic farming. [...] protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods can no longer be applied. "10 years ago, organic farming was miles ahead in terms [...] friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will be no difference at all, especially due to the rapid increase in effective organic

• Beneficial Nematodes For Biological Pest Control

  July 28, 2023

  with many chemical treatments no longer viable or now unavailable. Sophisticated & Safe As partners with nature, Koppert use the natural behaviour of nematodes [...] three entomopathogenic nematodes produced by Koppert has been selected to target specific pest insects and Koppert produces specific strains of Steinernema [...] weevil and several beetles , caterpillars , the larvae of sciarid flies and many others. Koppert offer a variety of nematode species to combat specific insect

• Artificially lit crops pollination advice

  growers can enable bumblebees to fly during periods of adequate daylight. On average, bumblebees are allowed to fly between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (4 [...] bumblebee wings while flying to the lights, and multiple light sources can cause confusion in their orientation. To prevent bumblebees from flying aimlessly in [...] bumblebee hives with the energy screen and daylight cycle, allowing the bees to fly only when there is sufficient daylight (e.g., between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00

• Enhance Your Aphid Control With Hoverfly Allies Rophoria & Syrphidend

  March 13, 2024

  In response to the growing challenges posed by aphid infestations, Koppert are pleased to introduce two new products to its aphid control product portfolio: [...] Aerial Prowess & Aphid Expertise Hoverflies, renowned for their exceptional flying capabilities, prove to be efficient dispersers, covering large areas with [...] against these destructive pests. Hoverflies are versatile in their diet, showing no particular preference for aphid species, and each hoverfly larva efficiently

• Pollination

  ensuring bountiful harvest. Read more Fly pollination Fly pollination, particularly with the help of Lucilia sericata flies , offers a multitude of benefits [...] around the world. These flies prove to be efficient pollinators, finding their role in a diverse array of seed crops. Lucilia flies are highly versatile, [...] or on another plant. Many flowers require insects such as bumblebees or flies to transfer the pollen. Bumblebee pollination Bumblebees are an indispensable

• Macrocheles robustulus

  the following pests: Sciarid flies (fungus gnats) Thrips Lyprauta larvae The predatory mites feed on larvae of sciarid flies , thrips pupae and other so [...] typically range from 100-500 per m2/release. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your [...] is also a soil-dwelling predatory mite, controlling eggs and larvae of flies , thrips pupae, nematodes and other soil living pests, which can be found

• Whitefly

  control. Sticky traps help monitor and capture adult whiteflies. With Koppert’s biological solutions for whitefly, professional growers can maintain effective [...] they are often found on the undersides of leaves. Whiteflies are not true flies but belong to the order Hemiptera (true bugs ). Together with aphids and [...] Whiteflies are weak fliers and tend to flutter around plants rather than fly in a straight line. They are often found on the undersides of leaves, where

• SWD

  May 8, 2019

  is usually several weeks before fruit ripening!). Koppert Drososan trap Koppert Drososan trap Koppert’s Drososan traps are easy to use and clean. They are [...] for the fruit fly but will keep out unwanted by-catch of larger insects such as bees and wasps/hornets, moths, earwigs and larger flies . Use in combination [...] Pherodis Fruit Fly Attractant Spotted wing drosophila (SWD), a native of south-east Asia, is now a widespread and serious threat to soft and stone fruit