• European biocontrol industry proposes new EU regulatory framework

  December 18, 2018

  , biodiversity and the bio-based circular economy, and therefore, society as a whole. He says that the IBMA foresees a centralized procedure under the [...] n, something new has been introduced. New proposal, new terminology; such as the term ‘bioprotectants’ to describe the biological protections tools for [...] Commission managed to block it. I believe farmers should raise their voices as they are increasingly under pressure from retailers who demand healthy food

• New Leaf Plants back Koppert biocontrol

  June 9, 2021

  climbing plants in the home and European markets. “We have developed a reputation as high quality plant producers,” commented David. “But our garden centre customers [...] this aim, we have adopted biological control and the use of biostimulants as the primary defence strategy against pests and diseases,” explained Nicole

• Trial results onion fly and bean seed fly

  platura) is a common pest that can cause significant damage to crops such as onion, corn and cabbage. Bean seed flies damage crops by laying their eggs [...] and minimizing crop damage. The beneficial nematodes proved to be effective, as the larvae disappeared within a few days after the treatment. Beneficial nematodes [...] its crop. He also stresses the importance of proper mixing and application, as Capirel contains living organisms and should be applied on moist soil and

• SWD

  May 8, 2019

  time for control measures to be put in place, before egg-laying commences as the crops reach the most vulnerable stages of attack (which is usually several [...] for the fruit fly but will keep out unwanted by-catch of larger insects such as bees and wasps/hornets, moths, earwigs and larger flies . Use in combination

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  July 21, 2025

  controls of two spotted spider mites with Amblyseius californicus — marketed as Spical — marking a milestone in expanding biocontrol beyond the greenhouse [...] department in Almería and Águilas, now extends beyond Spain. What started as a small team focused on adapting Koppert solutions to Mediterranean crops

• Koppert collaborates with Valto to control harmful tomato virus

  December 18, 2018

  will soon accept the ‘Pep’ virus vaccination as a standard practice, at least in high-tech greenhouses, as growers are aware of the yield losses that this [...] The Pepino Mosaic Virus is very changeable and causes damaging symptoms such as leaf or stem necrosis and fruit discoloration, fruit size reduction and cracking

• Boost your cherry flowers for a good production

  March 11, 2021

  that enough energy and elements are available and utilized at this stage, as they play an important role during flowering and fruit set. Boron, for example [...] Natupol bumblebees could be introduced. When Natupol bumblebees are introduced as planned, good pollination is ensured. Crop Aim Timing Dose Vidi Terrum Remarks

• Effective Spider Mite Control on Ornamentals

  April 10, 2019

  Due to the smart design of the Spical Ulti-Mite sachets, they also serve as a point of discussion when used in botanical collections. Neoseiulus californicus [...] of spider mite feeding by producing volatile chemical substances that act as signals to the predatory mite.

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

  February 17, 2025

  Koppert’s biological solutions. At the time, biological pest control was seen as unconventional, even laughed at. “People thought we were crazy, calling us [...] issues, not just reacting to today’s challenges but planning for the future.” As horticulture evolves, Pieter believes that consumer education will be crucial

• Optimising disease biocontrol in propagation

  April 26, 2021

  of cutting material, can influence rooting efficiencies (often referred to as the ‘cutting strike rate’). Slow-rooting cuttings are especially vulnerable [...] should be tank mixed with Trianum-P to prevent the entry of diseases such as Pythium , Fusarium and Rhizoctonia . Trianum-P contains the unique disease