• Geranium aphid

  Acyrthosiphon malvae rogersii is holocyclic (i.e. they mate in autumn and produce eggs to overwinter) and monoecious (i.e. they do not change their host plant [...] the infestation to other strawberry plants. Acyrthosiphon malvae rogersii can spread strawberry mottle virus. Life cycle and appearance of Acyrthosiphon [...] females are green or yellow green, often shiny with pale siphunculi and 1.5-2.7 mm long.

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

  June 11, 2024

  Professionalised production ‘When my father passed away, my brother Peter started running Koppert as a commercial venture. I joined them in 1972, and my [...] father was a cucumber grower battling with persistent spider mite infestations when he struck on the idea of a natural enemy for this pest,’ Paul Koppert, former [...] on chemical agents as their effect had diminished. He was very persistent when it came to the experiments in his cucumber crop and soon neighbour growers

• Steinernema feltiae

  temperatures between 14-26°C/57-79°F Soil or air temperature below 5°C/41°F and above 35°C/95°F can be lethal Nematodes are susceptible to ultraviolet light (UV): [...] after application. When possible, irrigate the crop before and right after application For foliar application, spray nematodes when relative humidity will [...] for their effectiveness in controlling a variety of pests, including flies (i.e fungus gnats ), thrips , beetles , caterpillars , lace bugs and sawflies

• Natutec_Airobreez_-_Directions_for_Use_-_Koppert.pdf

  ........................................17 3 Contents 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.1.3 5.1.4 5.1.5 5.1.6 5.1.7 6 Operation....................................... [...] ............................. 17 3 Inhaltsverzeichnis 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.1.3 5.1.4 5.1.5 5.1.6 5.1.7 6 Betrieb......................................... [...] .........................................17 3 Sumario 5.1.1 5.1.2 5.1.3 5.1.4 5.1.5 5.1.6 5.1.7 6 Funcionamiento..................................

• Mycotal FAQ

  are safe? Mycotal can be safely applied at tank mix pH levels between 4 and 10. Can I tank mix Mycotal with other products? Mycotal can be safely tank mixed [...] outside of the insect will become visible. Lecanicillium muscarium When can I expect an effect? How fast does Mycotal work? Mycotal kills the pests [...] s of the unique fungus, Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6. Against which pests can I use Mycotal? Mycotal is effective on a range of pests. Depending on the national

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  May 19, 2025

  behavior under different conditions. “ The first time I saw the effect of predatory mites on a crop, I was amazed. Seeing how a plant remained healthy and [...] in optimal conditions at their destination. Innovation in packaging also plays a crucial role: different formats, such as bottles, paper sachets, foil sachets [...] visionary Dutch grower, pioneered the use of natural solutions for pest control when he introduced predatory mites as an alternative to chemical pesticides. His

• Chrysoperla carnea

  actual quantity depends on prey species and temperature. When prey is scarce, the larvae can resort to cannibalism, with the older larvae eating the younger [...] cycle of Chrysoperla carnea You can recognize the different life stages of the green lacewing, Chrysoperla carnea , when using it as a biocontrol product [...] about 3 mm long and 2.5 mm thick. The space between the inner and outer cocoon is filled with fine, loose webbing. Cocoons can be found attached to the

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

  fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods can no longer be applied. "10 years ago, organic [...] collaboration with Koppert, I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural [...] environmental 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

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  fully transition to biological crop protection when the government decides that certain traditional methods can no longer be applied. "10 years ago, organic [...] collaboration with Koppert, I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural [...] environmental 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

• World Soil Day 2022

  December 2, 2022

  ty around the world. When soils are degraded and nutrients are not replenished they lose their capacity to nurture life. What can we do? We at Koppert [...] soil management and encouraging societies to improve soil health. Held on the 5th of December, this year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout [...] endeavor to promote healthy soils in which healthy crops and biodiversity can thrive. We do this through our biostimulants that promote soil health and