• Koppert To Showcase Digital Assistant Prototype At Fruit Logistica 2024

  February 2, 2024

  we can work towards more sustainable agriculture. See you at our booth! What Would You Ask Our Digital Assistant? Not visiting Fruit Logistica, or simply [...] wealth of knowledge and support from Koppert experts. The digital assistant is designed to offer instant answers to questions about solutions to crop protection

• Effective spider mite control with predatory mites

  needs. Phytoseiulus persimilis Phytoseiulus persimilis is a specialist predator of spider mites , it is extremely effective in controlling outbreaks under [...] into their crops, ensuring optimal performance, is an integral part of our DNA. Nothing beats original What we can do for you and your crop Whether you're [...] Spider mite impact on crops Tetranychus urticae ( Two-spotted spider mite ) is the most common species in greenhouse and open-field crops. These pests pierce

• Parasitoid wasps

  What are parasitoid wasps? Parasitoid wasps are small insects that play a crucial role in natural pest control. They are called "parasitic" because they [...] control pests: parasitisation and host feeding. Parasitisation Parasitisation is the primary means by which parasitoid wasps control pests in agriculture. [...] reaches maturity, it emerges from the host's body or the cocoon. The host pest is typically killed in the process. Host feeding In addition to parasitisation

• Our new branding: inspired by nature

  January 17, 2022

  branding reflects that mission and values. This will ensure that what we stand for is reflected consistently in how we communicate,’ says Chief Strategy [...] with nature. ‘Nature is where we draw all of our inspiration from, where our solutions find their origin. Obviously, our new identity is rooted in nature,’ [...] sustainable, we need ways of growing that are both safe and healthy. Our goal is 100% sustainable agriculture. We work together with growers and farmers towards

• Mealybugs and scales

  fruit quality and overall yield. Effective control of mealybugs and scales is essential to maintain healthy and marketable crops. Biological control of [...] sustainable production. Solutions for mealybug and scale control Learn more about What are mealybugs & scales? Mealybugs (family Pseudococcidae), soft scales (family [...] yield. Where flowers and fruit are concerned, these often drop off; plant sap is low in proteins and rich in sugars. In order to gain an adequate intake of

• Inspired by Nature: New design, Same Trusted Quality

  February 6, 2023

  branding, which is characterised by a green, natural look. Perfectly in line with our branding: ‘Inspired by Nature’. And though our packaging is new, growers [...] Ready For The Future Our new Koppert branding is rooted in nature and matches our ambition. Our mission is to contribute to 100% sustainable agriculture [...] knowledge to restore the natural balance in their crops. Our holistic approach is what sets us apart. Improving plant health both above and underground. All our

• Two-spotted spider mite

  What are two-spotted spider mites? Two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ) is a pest of many crops throughout the world. Despite their small size [...] and more active than the females, with a body that is narrower and more pointed at the rear. Colour is very variable: from light yellow or orange to dark [...] are major crop pests. The two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ) is by far the most important species in greenhouses and many outdoor crops. Spider

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  Innovation in biological crop protection is central to Koppert. A striking example of this is the successful upscaling of Amblydromalus limonicus , better [...] product name Limonica . This predatory mite is exceptionally effective against various insect pests, but is considered one of the most difficult species [...] potential Limonica is distinguished by its broad diet, high consumption capacity, and rapid reproduction. “Technically speaking, it is one of the best predatory

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  that Swirski-Mite is so popular should not surprise you,’ says Tim Bossinga. The Product Manager has taken his time to point out what the power of Swirski-Mite [...] Swirski-Mite actually is. ‘The predatory mite is extremely effective and resistant to high temperatures. It makes short work of thrips and whitefly and also [...] this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirski-Mite is viewed by the market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably

• Flowering and Pollination in Blueberry

  April 4, 2019

  blueberry growth-cycle. The first is bud initiation in the autumn. Before the plant goes into dormancy, the plant is ‘deciding’ which buds will be vegetative [...] assimilation, and Veni Calcium is easily absorbed by the plant due to its unique composition - using a foliar application ensures it is directly available to the [...] especially during the spring, when plants are flowering, and pollination is taking place: the right bio-stimulant at the right growth stage can have a