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

  July 20, 2021

  Koppert’s Technical Consultant in the South, has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in the biological control of TSSM in glasshouses-grown strawberries [...] control strategy early in the season and in summer when high temperatures occur At the beginning of the season, when the glasshouse environment is relatively [...] 12 o C, the ability to locate spider mites at low pest densities, and the potential to survive for an extended period of time in the absence of spider mite

• 100% Sustainable Agriculture

  experience A healthy future, that's quite a challenge. Growing a resilient crop takes expert knowledge and a great deal of experience! Growing in a sustainable [...] with the aim of achieving sustainable food production for a healthy planet. Partners with nature, that is the guiding principle in everything we do! Pioneering [...] valuable legacy of knowledge and experience to the field of Agriculture. Working together with farmers We look at the problems at hand with fresh and experienced

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes Koen. With the growing availability of knowledge and the number of biological crop [...] alongside Koppert in the development and application of biological crop protection.| The future Koen's vision of the future of agriculture is hopeful. He believes [...] considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic

• Earth Day 2023

  April 22, 2023

  It's a time to reflect on the state of our planet and to take action to protect it for future generations. At Koppert, we believe that caring for the earth [...] support biodiversity, and contribute to the health and wellbeing of people and the planet. Our Positive Impact One of the key ways that we promote sustainability [...] facilities in the Netherlands, leading to a reduction of 89% in CO2 emissions from electricity use. Three out of four cars added to the KBV and Koppert

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  it in the shadow of the crop. Ensure that the underside of the hive is kept dry. Keep the hive entrance visible for humans and bumblebees during the flowering [...] therefore be released into the same crops. Position a bumblebee hive at least 100 metres away from a honeybee hive, out of the sight of the honeybees. This is [...] begins. Once the flowers open, the bumblebees will start pollinating. Position the hive in the crop immediately after delivery, or a maximum of one day later

• Aphidius matricariae

  appearance of Aphidius matricariae Adults are 3-4 mm golden brown wasps with long antennae. Characteristic for the distinction of the species are the fine stripes [...] above 28°C/82°F. Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Aphidius matricariae Aphidius matricariae is a notable parasitoid wasp with a distinctive feeding behavior [...] stripes on side parts of the wasp waist. Aphidius matricariae is specific to aphids of the family Aphididae. Most species belong to the genera Myzus, Aphis

• About bumblebees

  pollinate a flower in a single visit. A honeybee typically needs to visit a flower between 7-10 times, before it is fully pollinated Bumblebees lack the sop [...] they are much less aggressive than honeybees Production of bumblebees The natural life cycle of the bumblebee is copied under laboratory conditions at our [...] throughout the winter season. Before hibernation, the new young queens will leave the old nest and mate with drones. As temperature rises and the spring season

• Aphidius colemani

  low density. The behaviour of the female during egg-laying is typical of the Aphidiidae. First the host is examined by drumming with the antennae. This [...] disturbance of the aphid population by the presence of the parasitic wasp also has an effect: the alarmed aphids secrete a warning substance, which affects the [...] wasp leaves this mummy via a round hole. The colour and form of the mummy do not, however, provide a reliable key to the species of wasp within: many braconid

• Aphidius ervi

  to parasitize. Because of this, the disturbance of aphid colonies can have a serious impact. The aphids can be spread through the crop, and it has been [...] control with the parasitic wasp Aphidius ervi Aphidius ervi is a parasitic wasp species that plays a significant role in biological control of aphids [...] Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Best conditions for use of Aphidius

• Integrated Pest Management

  insects and biological control One of the key aspects of IPM is harnessing the power of natural enemies to control pest populations. Predatory mites , parasitic [...] detect the presence of pests and respond accordingly. The use of insect traps ( e.g. Rollertraps or Horiver) is very important for monitoring the flying [...] capable of keeping pest or disease levels below the economic threshold, chemical intervention might be necessary. IPM advocates for the use of the least