• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  September 30, 2024

  Collaboration is key Staying ahead of the game by listening to growers and anticipating their problems is a daily routine at Koppert. It means that a number of [...] mites as a biological solution to the market, long before I started here. This is where it all began and where it is still happening now and in the future [...] asks with a smile. Koppert has been producing commercial quantities of predatory mites for more than half a century and is a global leader in this field

• Beneficial nematodes

  bodies, and they come in a variety of sizes, ranging from microscopic to several inches in length. Nematodes play various roles in ecosystems. Some are [...] less than a millimeter, play a crucial role in the biological control of agricultural pests. Despite their tiny size, these nematodes have had a significant [...] nematodes are commonly used in biological pest control . These nematodes play a vital role in managing insect pests and are considered beneficial for agriculture

• Pepino mosaic virus

  use of cross-protection with a mild strain, such as V10 . What is V10? V10 is a mild strain of Pepino Mosaic Virus used in a controlled way to protect plants [...] What is Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV)? Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) is one of the most economically significant viral diseases in greenhouse tomato production [...] Reduced vigor in severe cases Irregular growth patterns Life cycle of Pepino Mosaic Virus (PepMV) PepMV spreads quickly in tomato crops due to its simple,

• Pepper weevil

  and covers it with its excrement, creating a type of cell, to be used later when it begins its metamorphosis. It develops a shiny white colour and eyes [...] huge damage. When they are already present on the crop, the best approach is to monitor them during the cooler parts of the day, as this is when they are most [...] on is to inspect the ground as well as the flowers and immature fruit, since they throw themselves to the ground and keep still when they detect a threat

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  flies crawling over a dense population is very effective.” Because Floranova is only usually pollinating a few plants in a small area, it uses Koppert’s smallest [...] work well on them, but it is very important to get them applied early on so they can establish. If you end up firefighting, it is too late.” As well as [...] of chemical sprays. “ That’s useful to us as if we have a disease outbreak in a particular area it gives us the opportunity to see which chemicals will do

• World Soil Day 2022

  December 2, 2022

  soil nutrient loss is a major degradation process threatening nutrition. It is recognised as being among the most critical problems at a global level for [...] chemical agents to combat pests and diseases in a way that does not impact on soil life. In this we are a partner of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals [...] Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy

• Modified formulation for Macro-Mite

  December 18, 2018

  vitality is a result of the fact that the predatory mite can behave in a more natural way in the new carrier material. Upon delivery of the product, it remains [...] responds instantly when infestationlevels rise and rapidly multiplies. Macrocheles robustulus has a huge appetite and feeds on a variety of pests. Not [...] . Macrocheles develops very well and can reach very high densities, which promotes better pest control. It therefore has a great part to play as the basis

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

  April 16, 2025

  works very well against it. Because of our research, we could act quickly—test, reproduce, and deliver a solution in time .” Staying ahead in a globalized [...] explains. “ It was effective and efficient, it really saved agriculture in Almeria. ” The switch wasn’t just about replacing chemicals - it was about a mindset [...] balance. “ Health is about balance—within ourselves, in what we eat, and in how we treat our environment, ” he reflects. “ When we talk about healthy plants

• Fusarium spp.

  Fusarium spp. is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many species are [...] The rot is dark and wet at first. The lesions are irregular and sharp-edged. In cavities, pink sporulation becomes visible. Fusarium solani is a complex [...] of Fusarium spp. Fusarium is a group of soil-borne fungi with many different species. Fusarium is widespread and can infect a range of host crops. Many

• Entonem keeps young orchids free from fungus gnats

  compatible with a Dosatron. But since Koppert changed the formulation, it works perfectly.’ It is important to apply it correctly, he says. ‘It’s a careful balancing [...] young plants in a fine mist. This is followed by a second fine mist to rinse off nematodes that are on the leaves. A while later, I collect a few drops of [...] approach is clear to see: the company uses ten different beneficials for its two sites in Heemskerk, the Netherlands and its third location in Assendelft