• Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

  part of their mission as a producer is to contribute to healthy food in the world and, to achieve this, they must produce food with a lower chemical load. [...] Mexico. This has contributed to achieving its mission as a producer company, to improve and care for the health of the crop, its workers and the final consumer [...] since we went from a conventional management to a more environmentally friendly one. What was the most challenging at the beginning to reach the biological

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

  July 20, 2021

  the foundation to a successful TSSM control strategy. Its positioning reflects several key biological attributes including its ability to remain active [...] predator, with the ability to reinstate its dominance over very high spider mite populations. For more information on how to implement a successful biological [...] control, is fundamental to the implementation of a successful, season-long strategy against this persistent and potentially crop destructive pest. Stella Cubison

• Getting a head start - The importance of scouting in winter

  January 31, 2025

  . An important principle to scout for diseases is to understand what a healthy plant looks like. This is specifically key to identifying seedling diseases [...] seasons shift from winter to early spring. For growers, this transition is not just about preparing for planting; it is also a critical time for pest and [...] become more active, leading to potential outbreaks if not monitored closely. Scouting during this period allows growers to identify pest populations before

• Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

  allows him to gain experience in using biological crop protection . As a result, he acquires a lot of knowledge and is prepared to fully transition to biological [...] farming was growing, Koen felt that it would be too quick to completely abandon traditional methods. He decided to find a balance between both approaches. [...] opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural interest

• FAQ Spidex Vital

  am used to? No, it is exactly the same Phytoseiulus species as in de former Spidex Vital: Phytoseiulus persimilis. When does it turn from white to red? Once [...] colour will gradually change to the characteristic red-orange colour. This takes 1-2 days. 2 2. Application Why does it have a different colour than the [...] Koppert overcome to produce this product, I have been told it was near impossible? After years of research, Koppert has managed to develop a new formulation

• Gilfresh Pumpkin Pollination Providing Excellent Yields

  May 5, 2023

  "We walk the fields with our local Koppert representative from Burkes Agri and develop a plan to ensure that the whole area gets covered by a hive. We don't [...] wholehead vegetables as well as a range of prepared vegetables. Gilresh are continuing to expand their portfolio as they continue to provide quality vegetables [...] planted 2Ha, and now we're up to 80Ha", Richard explains, " We are using approximately one hive per hectare and this year we plan to bring in 75 hives". Gilfresh

• Blackcurrant aphid

  leaves of currant plants. It does not induce a gall on blackcurrant. In June, it migrates to hemp nettle and other Lamiaceae where it curls and rolls the young [...] Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults and a great variety in colour. In greenhouses, reproduction takes place by [...] females of the blackcurrant aphid are 1.3-2.6 mm long and pale greenish white or sometimes yellowish, often with a darker green spinal stripe. The distal third

• 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 [...] extent, spider mites . Its versatility and high predation rate make it a valuable tool in integrated pest management (IPM) programs. Field results and performance [...] needed to confirm its efficacy across different crops and climates. Strengths and considerations “What makes Limonica stand out is its ability to establish

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• New Strain Of Green Peach Aphid, Myzus Persicae, Requires More Aggressive Beneficial Insects

  September 1, 2023

  Strategies To Control Myzus Persicae After a thorough diagnosis of the new strain, Koppert’s R&D established two approaches: A quick fix strategy, and a long-term [...] dealing with a more aggressive strain that needed a new approach and our R&D team started further research.’ Koppert Have Discovered Quick & Long Term Strategies [...] more effective. ‘We have already proved its effectiveness in the lab, and are now doing cage and field trials to acquire hard data for recommendations for