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

  March 17, 2025

  they turned to Koppert’s biological solutions. At the time, biological pest control was seen as unconventional, even laughed at. “People thought we were [...] forward 30 years, and now you can’t imagine horticulture without biological pest control.” A partnership rooted in trust The connection between Stolk Brothers [...] Pieter. Initially, biological control was used reactively—similar to chemical treatments—only applying predatory mites when pests were spotted. “Over time,

• Combating Strawberry Aphids with Aphiscout

  March 15, 2019

  ervi Use APHISCOUT to combat aphid pests in Strawberries. Aphid pests are a major threat to protected strawberry production because of their high reproductive [...] Related aphid control products Aphiscout Aphidius colemani, Aphidius ervi, Aphelinus abdominalis, Praon volucre, Ephedrus cerasicola Aphilin Aphelinus [...] pursue for aphid control as the season progresses. Aphiscout can be introduced as a solo treatment, or integrated with other aphid control measures, either

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

  January 14, 2025

  preventatively rather than curatively to better control and contain pests as chemical correction products are phased out. Drones, robotics and blower systems [...] nisms, she also has knowledge of our microbial products such as nematodes and fungi which combat pests and diseases but can also support plant health [...] diverse growing environments. Our predatory mites have become central to pest management strategies in horticulture. We have the most experienced consultants

• Rophoria

  Pests All species/stages of aphids . Mode of action Adult hoverflies emerge from the pupae and deposit their eggs in the aphid colonies. The young larvae [...] plants are present for optimal establishment. Combined use For effective control of aphids combine with other predators and/or parasitoids. Storage time [...] after receipt Apply as soon as possible after receipt. If necessary, the product can be stored for 1-2 days Storage temperature 8-10°C/47-50°F Storage conditions

• New Strain Of Green Peach Aphid, Myzus Persicae, Requires More Aggressive Beneficial Insects

  September 1, 2023

  in the season of 2021. Biological control agents and pesticide applications with Flonicamid were no longer controlling the aphids as they had done previously [...] Koppert Sweet pepper growers within the UK, and worldwide, are battling to control a new strain of the green peach aphid , Myzus persicae , that presents an [...] crisis felt among growers by dedicating focused research to the biology of the pest and diagnosing the prevalence of this new strain found in the field. Newly

• Bean seed fly

  especially during periods of egg-laying activity. Control bean seed fly with beneficial nematodes Biological control of the bean seed fly using beneficial nematodes [...] seed fly The bean seed fly, officially known as Delia platura , is a common pest that targets bean crops but can attack crucifers, cereals and tubers worldwide [...] Plants that survive are weak and less tolerant to subsequent attacks by other pests and plant pathogens. This feeding activity can significantly reduce crop

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 4, 2021

  decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. ‘It was a brilliant move,’ says Glasshouse Manager Angel Angelov [...] explains. ‘The two arms of the tool unfold over the crop to blow the live products accurately and uniformly over the strawberry plant foliage without harming [...] ensive, time consuming, and not always accurate. We battled to get the product uniformly dispersed. Natutec Drive is easy to use and takes care of all

• Two-spotted spider mite

  even before the pest is present. Recommended for you Effective spider mite control with predatory mites Effective spider mite control with predatory mites [...] Vital Plus – Effective spider mite control in a sachet Spidex Vital: Your Vital partner in spider mite control Plant Pests [...] two-spotted spider mites? Two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ) is a pest of many crops throughout the world. Despite their small size, they are capable

• Cryptolaemus montrouzieri

  beneficial insect is a small but highly effective predator in biological pest control . Originating from Australia, this beetle species preys primarily on [...] The predatory beetle Cryptolaemus montrouzieri is used for the control of the following pests: Mealybugs : e.g. citrus mealybug ( Planococcus citri ), long-tailed [...] montrouzieri , the mealybug destroyer, when using this predatory beetle as a pest control agent by observing their unique characteristics at each stage: Egg stage:

• Koppert Launches Renewed Side Effects App

  October 11, 2024

  integrated pest management programs. The app currently provides critical advice on the side effects of chemical agents on biological control products and p [...] worldwide. ‘At Koppert we are committed to continuous innovation,’ says Product Manager Tom Vroegop. ‘The new and improved features on our Side Effects [...] Effects app make it one of the most comprehensive and effective Integrated Pest Management tools on the market.' The Koppert One Side Effects app evaluates the