• Koppert UK Conference: 19th October 2023

  August 25, 2023

  portfolio to ensure you get the best from your relative industry. Register Your Interest Now To register your interest for the event, and to receive a formal [...] Demonstrations To Take Place A number of exciting practical demonstrations will also be taking place at the conference including; a lesson in how drones are [...] biological control supported industries, Koppert UK remain able to offer natural solutions for a range of sectors, from; amenity, top fruit, soft fruit, agriculture

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  September 15, 2025

  dorsalis : Known for its rapid spread and damage to peppers and strawberries, this species is well-targeted by Limonica due to its ability to feed on second [...] mites is that it continues to be effective even when temperatures fall below or rise above that range. That said, it’s important to keep in mind that the [...] some extent, spider mites . Its versatility and high predation rate make it a valuable tool in integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Field results and

• Akanthomyces muscarius

  spraying equipment. It is compatible in the tank mix with a wide range of other plant protection products, making it easy to integrate in your current spraying [...] um muscarium is a species of beneficial fungi commonly used in biological pest control . This fungus is known for its effectiveness in controlling various [...] action, Mycotal is safe for beneficial insects, making it a powerful weapon in an integrated IPM program. Learn more How does Lecanicillium muscarium work

• Hemp russet mite

  on the underside of leaves. This results in smaller leaf size and suppressed bud growth leading to a reduction in the number of buds and dwarfed buds. This [...] mite ( Aculops cannabicola ) belongs to the family Eriophyidae (gall and rust mites). It does not produce galls but lives freely (vagrant) on hemp/cannabis [...] hemp/cannabis plants. Aculops cannabicola is host specific to hemp/cannabis ( Cannabis sativa ). It cannot survive on other plants. Damage symptoms Damage is caused

• Bean seed fly

  particularly in young seedlings. Poor growth: Bean seedlings may fail to emerge or show stunted growth compared to healthy plants. Damage to seeds: Darkened [...] minimize damage to your crop. Recognise bean seed fly The adult bean seed fly ( Delia platura ) is a small, dark-colored fly measuring about 4-5 mm in length. [...] yellowing, or stunted growth compared to healthy young seedlings. Secondly, inspect the seeds for damage. Look for darkened or damaged seeds, as bean seed

• Sciarid flies

  ground surface close to plant roots. The larvae can grow to 5 to 12 mm in length and 0.5 to 1.5 mm in diameter. They are legless and have a conspicuous black [...] ing mouth parts. Pupation takes place in a small hole in the ground. Pupae are white, but later become yellow to brown. The posterior end of the pupa remains [...] areas in dark places, with a lot of organic material. They occur the whole year round. The eggs are minute (0.1 to 0.25 mm) and yellowish white in colour

• False spider mites

  showing a net-like pattern. The eggs are a clear red colour and elliptical in shape. They are laid in a fold in the leaf or along the mid-vein, often in dense [...] plant. In some crops, plants can become misshapen, presumably because the mites secrete a substance while feeding, that is poisonous to the plant. In places [...] spider mites ( Tenuipalpidae ) are brick-red to yellow in colour. They have the same body shape as spider mites but are usually smaller. The different species

• Caterpillars

  name ‘leafroller’ refers to the fact that the caterpillars often live in rolled-up leaves. Although some species are restricted to a single crop, most are [...] caterpillars. Some species mine in leaves or bore holes into fruit or stems, making them difficult to detect and control. In addition to consumption of the plant [...] Caterpillar control videos Take a look at the video or go to our Youtube channel to see our caterpillar control products in action. More caterpillar control

• Koppert’s Mirical Wins Prestigious Innovation Award

  February 13, 2024

  from a plastic bottle to specially designed corrugated cardboard strips that form a natural habitat for the Mirical beneficial bugs , has created a highly [...] Koppert’s revolutionary release system for its biological solution, Mirical , won first prize in the prestigious international Fruit Logistica Innovation [...] core of Koppert’s DNA and is a result of its continuous product development. He thanked the multidisciplinary team for its consistent achievements. Game

• Amblydromalus limonicus

  Amblydromalus limonicus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control . Amblydromalus limonicus is a natural enemy of various [...] colour. Adult mites have eight legs, are translucent white in colour, and have a flat, elongated body. They are roughly 0.4 mm in length. Males are smaller [...] y across a wide range of temperatures. It remains active and able to predate and reproduce in both cooler and warmer conditions. Trials have shown that