A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

predatory mites and the results were promising, ” he remembers. “ That was the lifeline we needed. ” Innovation in action Koppert’s predatory mite, Swirski-Mite [...] already there, in nature. ” Predatory mites: a sustainable solution One of the key advantages of predatory mites is their versatility and efficacy. “ They [...] Swirski-Mite , quickly proved to be a game-changer. “ It worked against both thrips and whitefly - two of our biggest problems, ” he explains. “ It was effective

How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

a little predatory mite in this case. Koppert’s pioneer, Jan Koppert noticed that chemical sprays were ineffective against the mites in his cucumber crop [...] predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis .’ Back home, he introduced it into his own greenhouse where, after a number of hurdles, the predatory mite began to [...] to commercialize the first production of predatory mites for the biological control of spider mite,’ says Paul. ‘Koppert was the first to offer a biological

New Anso-Mite Plus Sachet Beats Thrips Early In The Season

expect Anso-Mite Plus to be available well before spring this year. ‘The request for a longer-lasting and more target-oriented version of Anso-Mite came from [...] number of one feeder mite species begins to drop, the second species becomes available as an alternative ‘fuel’ for the predatory mites . We have also established [...] Koppert’s predatory mite Amblyseius andersoni , available in a 6-litre bucket until now, will soon be on the market in a slow release sachet, to make this

Licence permits release of Koppert Swirski Mite® in polytunnels in England

acquisition of a new release licence for Swirski Mite®, issued by DEFRA in November 2020. Until now, Swirski Mite® has been licensed in England for use only [...] strawberry growers who hosted the trials on their farms. Swirski Mite® contains the predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii . For Scotland and the Republic of Ireland [...] experience with Swirski Mite® in various glasshouse crops since launching the product in 2007. “During this time, the use of Swirski Mite® has increased sig

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

commented Steve. As part of the spider mite control strategy, it is important to distinguish between spider mite resistant, moderately susceptible, and [...] Two-spotted spider mite control in hardy nursery stock grown in polytunnels Phytoseiulus persimilis and Feltiella acarisuga have been at the centre of [...] of two spotted spider mite (TSSM) control strategies in hardy nursery stock (HNS) for many years. Over the last decade or so, some growers have significantly

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

every predatory mite reaching our customers is in optimal condition to protect their crops. Bertha's unique connection with predatory mites reinforces her [...] adaptability, combined with the mites' voracity and tenacity, guarantees their effectiveness in the field. Predatory mites not only fight pests directly [...] Behind each of Koppert's predatory mite-based products lies an invisible yet fundamental commitment: we do everything it takes to ensure they meet our

An impressive range of predatory mite solutions thanks to continuous research and innovations

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

Spidex®-Spical® dual solution to spider mite control in glasshouse strawberry production The two-spotted spider mite (TSSM) , Tetranychus urticae, represents [...] to locate spider mites at low pest densities, and the potential to survive for an extended period of time in the absence of spider mite prey,” explained [...] as the highest performing spider mite predator, with the ability to reinstate its dominance over very high spider mite populations. For more information

Nothing beats original

The Original Predatory Mite Products Anso-Mite Anso-Mite Plus Entomite-M Limonica Macro-Mite Montdo-Mite Spical Spical Ulti-Mite Spical-Plus Spidex Spidex [...] Spidex Boost Spidex Vital Spidex Vital Plus Swirski Ulti-Mite Swirski-Mite Swirski-Mite LD Swirski-Mite Plus Thripex Thripex-Plus Thripex-V Expand all items [...] strategies. Predatory mites are applied to effectively control pests like whitefly , thrips , and spider mites . Choosing the right predatory mite solution to control

Neoseiulus californicus

pests: Spider mites Neoseiulus californicus mites actively seek out and prey on various spider mite species including Two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus [...] californicus prefers spider mites it can also feed on other food sources such as other mites, thrips or pollen. This predatory mite is more tolerant of higher [...] predator of Tetranychid mites, i.e. it prefers to feed on spider mites but can also feed and survive on other prey, including other mites, thrips or pollen.