• Trianum effectively controls Pythium in cucumber

  – the even rows one week, the odd rows the next. He hangs a sheet of insect netting with Neoseiulus cucumeris every four weeks on one for every seven plants [...] be alert. The same goes for caterpillars , since there’s essentially only one corrective measure available against them.’ The predatory mites Transeius [...] on each mat before putting out the new plants in ‘duo’ pots (two plants in one rockwool cube). He decided to do this in response to his crop’s susceptibility

• Boisduval scale

  Boisduval scale is described in more detail, as it is the most important one. The Boisduval scale, Diaspis boisduvalii , occurs throughout the tropics

• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  transforming biological pest control one breakthrough at a time. We spoke with Peter Couwels, Director Operations, about Koppert’s innovative predatory mite solutions [...] y, we explore how Koppert is preparing for future challenges with new and evolving solutions. Peter Couwels is a fixture at Koppert, “part of the company [...] from Belgium, Peter arrived at the Koppert headquarters in the Netherlands in 2001. “In 1967, our founder Jan Koppert reached a major breakthrough by being

• Wireless Beehome

  receiver can open or close the hive entrance of a Natupol hive on set times. One central transmitter can manage several receivers in the greenhouse and a distance

• Ornamental Breeder at Floranova Relies on Biological Control

  July 22, 2022

  the traps into four and use a piece of trap in every-one as physically catching the pests can be one of the best ways to get rid of the problem,” says Peter [...] February-March through to September-October we are almost exclusively using Koppert biological control products, with the exception of some biopesticides as [...] too late.” As well as macro-biological controls, the company also uses Koppert traps for both monitoring and controlling a range of pest species. “We use

• Aphiscout

  Aphilin , Aphipar , Aphipar-M or Ervipar ). Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your [...] typically range from 0.75-1.5 parasitic wasps per m 2 . This is equivalent to one unit every 250-350 m 2 . The parasitic wasps will emerge within 2 weeks. Releases

• European red mite

  approximately two weeks at 21°C; therefore there can be many generations in one year. The European red mite overwinters in the egg stage; the “winter eggs”

• Natutec Drive takes centre stage

  January 6, 2021

  sector, in the form of the Natutec Drive . This is unquestionably one of Koppert’s most advanced and sophisticated mechanical application devices yet [...] advised to get in contact with their Koppert consultant as soon as possible,” added David. David Davidson, Koppert consultant for Ireland also expressed [...] The all-encompassing Natutec Drive takes centre stage Koppert have again demonstrated an outstanding level of innovation and prowess in the development

• Earth Day 2023

  April 22, 2023

  Earth Day at Koppert Every year on April 22, people around the world come together to celebrate Earth Day – a day dedicated to raising awareness about [...] our planet and to take action to protect it for future generations. At Koppert, we believe that caring for the earth is not just a responsibility, but [...] to the health and wellbeing of people and the planet. Our Positive Impact One of the key ways that we promote sustainability is through our biological solutions

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

  May 19, 2025

  impossible. “ At that time, there was only one solution ,” recalls Kris de Smet, Commercial Director Koppert Spain at that time. “ Chemicals, people said [...] greenhouses in the north of Europe. Not for us. ” But things changed. And Koppert was at the heart of that transformation. Nowadays Kris is Business Unit [...] Unit Manager Region South Europe MEA. Kris adds: ‘ I am so proud that Koppert still leads the way and provides growers with secure supply, superior quality