• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  August 5, 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 [...] is a predatory mite that feeds on a wide range of pests, including thrips (both first and second instar larvae), whitefly eggs and nymphs, and, to some [...] needed to confirm its efficacy across different crops and climates. Strengths and considerations “What makes Limonica stand out is its ability to establish

• Aphilin

  be repeated a number of times. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation [...] wool slabs or in application boxes (Dibox) Make sure the material remains dry and at its introduction site for a few days Dosage The dosage of Aphilin depends [...] develops inside the aphid, which converts into a leathery mummy. The adult parasitic wasp emerges through a hole at the rear of the mummy. The first mummies

• Horiver Rollertrap

  cm width which needs to be placed 40 cm above the crop To assist with placement, insert a rod, or something similar, through the centre opening of the roll [...] staples or clips. It may be necessary to secure the Rollertrap mid run to provide additional support. It is recommended to replace the Rollertrap after 10 months [...] Rollertrap to crop wires, greenhouse poles, or other supporting structures Place the Rollertrap approximately 25 cm above the crop, except for the 30 cm

• Enermix

  may be better to switch to the use of En-strip or Ercal . Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognised distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best [...] inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite to the mounting hole Make sure not to touch the pupae during handling Suspend the cards in the [...] places exposed to direct sunlight Dosage The dosage of Enermix depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular

• Cannabis

  (Trianum) is a beneficial fungus that can be used in cannabis cultivation to prevent and control diseases. This fungus is known for its ability to colonize [...] crops, reducing the need for chemical fungicides. Trichoderma harzianum (Trianum) can be applied to the soil or as a foliar spray to prevent and control diseases [...] proceed to tunnel through the leaf tissue, creating distinctive winding mines that can severely damage the foliage. As a result, the plant's ability to pho

• Mini-Airbug, Rapid deployment of beneficials.

  May 8, 2019

  pest control This handy device makes releasing predatory mites even simpler for your employees Reduces labour by up to 80% in a single work session Different [...] predatory mites to the entire crop, or localised pest control. The device is convenient, and ideal for releasing various types of predatory mite in a single work [...] material up to ± 1.5 to 2 metres from the Mini-Airbug, depending on the material The fan can be switched off, and only the rotating container used, to treat

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  determined to prepare for this new phase of sustainable agriculture. With his farm as a living example, Koen is an inspiration for others striving for more [...] too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. This way of working allows him to gain experience [...] using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological crop protection when the

• Even distribution of predatory insects with Natutec Drive

  Half a year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. ‘It was [...] was a brilliant move,’ says Glasshouse Manager Angel Angelov. ‘When it comes to the even distribution of Koppert’s predatory insects , it’s in a class of [...] We battled to get the product uniformly dispersed. Natutec Drive is easy to use and takes care of all these problems. We now spend less than a quarter of

• Drososan

  action The Drososan trap needs to be used in combination with Fruit Fly Attractant. The spotted wing drosophila are attracted to the trap by the liquid attractant [...] Attractant Application Hang the trap on a branch or stick using the enclosed hook The most effective place to hang the traps is in the shade along the [...] Use the Drososan trap for monitoring and trapping spotted wing drosophila in combination with Fruit Fly Attractant . Pests Spotted wing drosophila ( Drosophila

• Sustainable cultivation goes much further than pests and natural enemies

  December 18, 2018

  becoming ever cheaper. ‘Take the genome, for example. Around ten to fifteen years ago, performing a read-out of a genome was extremely expensive. These days [...] in response to Koppert's broaderfield of work. ‘If we can get to know and understand the plant better, we can also help it better.’ For decades, agricultural [...] certainly strong in R&D and we have a lot of highly-educated scientific staff. For the time being, however, we will need to keep collaborating with universities