• Beneficial nematodes

  nematodes or beneficial nematodes, are microscopic roundworms that serve as natural agents for biological pest control . Beneficial nematodes are highly specific [...] they locate a suitable host, the nematodes enter the host's body through natural openings, such as the mouth, spiracles (insect breathing tubes), anus or [...] nematodes that have a unique relationship with insects. These nematodes are natural predators of various insects and play a crucial role in biological pest

• Hunting season starts early with Anso-Mite

  February 18, 2021

  comes in to fill the gap early in the growing season.’ Natural range and crop Anso-Mite is a naturally-occurring species in many countries and is found throughout [...] cold-tolerant predatory mite that is found on crops in outdoor cultivation and naturally occurs on strawberry, blueberry, raspberry, blackberry, black and red currant

• Artificially lit crops pollination advice

  in indoor settings. While outdoor pollination is often facilitated by natural agents like wind and insects, artificially lit crops necessitate careful [...] extra bumblebee hives or carrying out temporary hand pollination when natural pollination is insufficient. Remove snow from the greenhouse roof when possible

• Larvanem Has Been The Number One Product Against Vine Weevil For Over 25 years

  August 22, 2024

  bacteriophora , which is the basis of Larvanem . The product is also completely natural and does not interfere with other beneficials. For many growers, Larvanem [...] pesticide against adult vine weevils. And, what's more, Larvanem is a wholly natural product. It's perfect for use in biological cultivation and doesn't harm

• Pepino mosaic virus

  : V10 infects the plant in a controlled manner The plant activates its natural defense mechanisms More aggressive PepMV strains are blocked or suppressed

• Poinsettia. Main pest pressures

  May 21, 2019

  are required for monitoring pest levels, and calculating the number of natural enemies required. Enermix Use Enermix, a product mix of the parasitic wasps [...] is also very important for whitefly and thrips control strategies. This natural enemy can be applied either as loose product and/or as slow release sachets

• ‘Knowing & recognizing’ now available in 4 languages

  May 23, 2018

  sustainable horticulture and agriculture, while working in partnership with nature. ‘Knowing & recognizing’ received a massive make-over in 2017 and now counts [...] insects and 700 photographs on the most prevalent pests, diseases and their natural solutions. The first edition of ‘Knowing & recognizing’ was published 25

• Natutec Drive

  eventually land exacly onto the crop. Because of its unique design, the natural enemies suffer no damage when the blower is used. Application This product

• Koppert UK Conference: 19th October 2023

  August 25, 2023

  agricultural and amenity areas, how our brilliant Natutec Drive distributes natural predators to crops, and how an array of Koppert biological controls, traps [...] biological control supported industries, Koppert UK remain able to offer natural solutions for a range of sectors, from; amenity, top fruit, soft fruit,

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

  May 19, 2025

  was about a mindset shift. Growers began to understand that working with nature could offer not just peace of mind, but also long-term success. “ Thanks [...] meant smarter solutions, based on the solutions that are already there, in nature. ” Predatory mites: a sustainable solution One of the key advantages of [...] story of Almeria’s transformation shows what’s possible when innovation, nature, and determination come together. Predatory mites have become more than