• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  August 5, 2025

  including thrips (both first and second instar larvae), whitefly eggs and nymphs, and, to some extent, spider mites . Its versatility and high predation rate make [...] different crops and climates. Strengths and considerations “What makes Limonica stand out is its ability to establish quickly and target both first and second instar [...] aggressive thrips species. Scirtothrips dorsalis : Known for its rapid spread and damage to peppers and strawberries, this species is well-targeted by Limonica

• A Future Vision of IPM in Agriculture

  July 22, 2022

  will expand and diversify, improving understanding and education of the general public which could balance the likelihood of the need for a more stringent [...] be established to better coordinate and identify the most effective means of promoting sustainable agriculture for major crop commodities on a global scale [...] have been new industry drivers which have led to growers and farmers wanting to explore the use of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to control

• Pollination checklist tomato

  crop and the presence of sufficient healthy flowers form the basis for good pollination . Various factors can disturb the health of the plant and thus [...] humidity (RH) of between 50% and 80%. A relative humidity of more than 80%-85% will result in pollen not being released and the bumblebees will become inactive [...] visible both to the bumblebees and to people Ensure the hive is horizontal Protect the hive against condensation and rainwater Not all chemical agents can be

• Orius laevigatus

  strategies in various agricultural and horticultural systems. Both adults and nymphs of Orius laevigatus are voracious predators, adept at piercing and feeding [...] Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Orius laevigatus products Thripor-L Expand all items Best conditions for use of Orius laevigatus [...] laevigatus is used for the control of the following pests: Thrips The natural enemy Orius laevigatus is available at Koppert as Thripor-L . How to use Orius

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

  August 5, 2025

  staff, and R&D, we are now able to successfully produce and deliver Limonica on a large scale.” The importance of patents for innovation and reliability [...] its living environment. It does not tolerate disturbances, needs space, and only accepts the best food. It is a diva. And that makes its production complex [...] reviewed the entire process, from the type and quantity of feed to the composition of the rearing medium and the design of new production lines. After

• Koppert UK Conference: 19th October 2023

  August 25, 2023

  Global board members and entomological experts, and host a range of clinics run by dedicated Koppert UK consultants. An array of diverse and accomplished guests [...] universities, experts in the use of AI & robotics, agricultural specialists, advisors on biostimulants and pollination , and many more. Practical Demonstrations [...] deployed across agricultural and amenity areas, how our brilliant Natutec Drive distributes natural predators to crops, and how an array of Koppert biological

• Capirel

  Capirel can be used for biological control of various insect pests in orchards, berries, outdoor vegetables and urban trees. Pests Fly larvae ( Diptera [...] billion/acre). For orchard pests use 1,000 to 1,500 litres of water per hectare (100 to 160 gallons/acre). For common asparagus beetle use 500 litres of [...] weather data for your location. For all other applications, consult a Koppert advisor or your local Koppert distributor for the best strategy for your situation

• Aphidoletes aphidimyza

  aphid populations in various agricultural and horticultural settings. The predatory gall midge Aphidoletes aphidimyza is used for the control of the following [...] Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Koppert products Aphidend Expand all items Best conditions for use of Aphidoletes [...] Aphidoletes aphidimyza for aphid control Aphidoletes aphidimyza is a species of predatory gall midge known for its effectiveness in biological pest control

• Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

  Veldhuijs, and Mulder. ‘Our dosages and introductions have therefore always been on the high side. It is better to use a little too much than not enough; [...] controlling fungus gnats and thrips pupae Their maximum biological approach is clear to see: the company uses ten different beneficials for its two sites in Heemskerk [...] weeks and you need to take curative measures. All of this costs a great deal of money and is something we want to avoid.’ To combat fungus gnats and thrips

• Capsanem

  Capsanem can be used for biological control of various insect pests in protected and outdoor crops. It is effective in a wide temperature range. Capsanem [...] m² for soil application and 1 to 3 million nematodes per liter for foliar applications (application to run off). Always check the product label for more [...] refrigerator/cold room until use. Recommended for you Nematodes established solution for Nesidiocoris in France Recommended for you Steinernema carpocapsae