• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  per day. Because the development rate of the predatory mite is roughly twice that of the spider mite, the number of predatory mites increases rapidly, and [...] feed on other prey. Feeding behaviour of Phytoseiulus persimilis Phytoseiulus persimilis feeds on all stages of spider mites , but has a preference for [...] feed on spider mites. The quantity of prey consumed depends on the predator and prey populations, the sex and age of the predator, and the temperature and

• Earth Day 2023

  April 21, 2023

  believe that caring for the earth is not just a responsibility, but a way of life. We are committed to promoting sustainable agriculture practices that protect [...] biodiversity, and contribute to the health and wellbeing of people and the planet. Our Positive Impact One of the key ways that we promote sustainability is through [...] reduction of gas and electricity consumption at headquarters, which houses our largest production facility. In the last two years much of the reduction

• Phytophthora: symptoms starting to show

  April 7, 2021

  resources to meet the needs of the flowers and fruit. As the plant reduces the investment in the roots, they retract and the diversity of the rhizosphere decreases [...] three things happening: The uptake of nutrients and water is affected, leading to further stress and occurrence of disorders. Leaf sap analysis at this [...] crop over the last few weeks, many growers are starting to see a percentage of plants ‘fall out’ due to Phytophthora and other root disorders. There are

• A Year Of Impact For The Koppert Foundation

  August 19, 2024

  ambassadors of environmentally friendly ways of growing healthy food.’ An overview of the projects funded can be found in the 2023 Annual Report of the Koppert [...] considerably improved the quality of young plants. Another example is the development of a programme for the biological control of bacterial wilt in tomato in [...] its inception in 2017, the Foundation has aimed to enhance the quality of life for people worldwide by offering solutions that improve social, economic

• Comprehensive Control Combination for Carrot Fly

  May 13, 2022

  should be applied at a rate of 12 sachets/ha of crop (equivalent to 3 billion nematodes). Capirel has a 12 week shelf-life when stored between 2-6 o C [...] majority of mining activity inside taproots is attributed to the creamy white third instar larvae. The adult fly is 6-8 mm long, has two pairs of wings, [...] generation larvae, is pivotal in the management of this pest. In relation to the development stage of the pest, the Capirel treatment window is relatively

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  August 5, 2025

  preventively, supported by supplemental feeding (e.g., prey mites) and compatible biocontrol agents like, in case of sweet pepper, Orius laevigatus . As new thrips [...] stands out as a highly performing predatory mite, capable of targeting multiple thrips species and life stages. While further research is needed to expand its [...] ( Amblydromalus limonicus ) is a predatory mite that feeds on a wide range of pests, including thrips (both first and second instar larvae), whitefly eggs

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

  April 16, 2025

  knowledge of biology and agronomy to promote environmentally friendly agricultural practices. For Bertha, plants are fundamental pillars of ecosystems [...] the quality of the predatory mites that Koppert produces and imports. Her work involves verifying the quantity, activity, and capability of these small [...] worldwide distribution, every step of the process is carried out with rigorous standards. Bertha highlights the importance of the cold chain during transportation

• Two-spotted spider mite control in hardy nursery stock grown in polytunnels

  July 20, 2021

  programme complexity. The production of a diverse range of plants often leads to a much wider range of pests that require a mix of ICM solutions to keep pests below [...] production of a complex predatory mite Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory [...] Pest Control A life-long passion for predatory mites Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations An impressive range of predatory mite

• Beneficial Nematodes For Biological Pest Control

  July 28, 2023

  wide range of pests such as the pupae and larvae of thrips , the larvae of black vine weevil and several beetles , caterpillars , the larvae of sciarid flies [...] precision needs to go into the production of these ‘little heroes’ that are bred for the biological control of a host of agricultural pests by leading biocontrol [...] and quality control of a specific range of these nematodes that help to keep our fruit, vegetables and ornamental crops free of pests without chemical

• The Spidex®-Spical® dual solution to spider mite control in glasshouse strawberry production

  July 20, 2021

  Pest Control A life-long passion for predatory mites Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations An impressive range of predatory mite [...] An in depth knowledge of this pest and the beneficial mites which are used for its control, is fundamental to the implementation of a successful, season-long [...] Technical Consultant in the South, has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in the biological control of TSSM in glasshouses-grown strawberries. “It is