• Spider mites and other mites

  greenhouses and during hot, dry weather outdoors. Controlling plant mites can be challenging due to their rapid reproduction and development of resistance [...] the mites feeding on the plant tissue, which disrupts the growth and development of the leaves. False spider mite damage False spider mites, also known [...] three pairs of legs, except for Eriophyidae which have two pairs of legs. During this stage, the larvae start to feed on plant sap and undergo molting to

• In control with Koppert: Biological crop protection since 1967

  like Thrips , Onion fly, Bean seed fly, Fusarium , Pythium and Rhizoctonia. During a visit, our specialists will be happy to show you around our demo field [...] provide long-lasting pest management solutions. Pests typically do not develop resistance to natural enemies compared to chemical pesticides. As a result [...] challenges and further advance agricultural innovation. We are dedicated to developing the most effective biological solutions that will allow growers to be

• Spidex Vital FAQ

  it was near impossible? After years of research, Koppert has managed to develop a new formulation for better control of a number of vital aspects. This [...] better under control. Is this product exclusive to Koppert? We have co-developed this product with a partner in our business. They will also supply this [...] Application Why does it have a different colour than the Spidex I’m used to? During production of Spidex Vital the predatory mites don`t get to eat spider mites

• Tomato leafminer

  palps, that are well developed. Black spots are present on the anterior wings. Adults are nocturnal and usually hide between leaves during the day. Recommended

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 16, 2024

  rebranding of our natural enemies, microorganisms, and pollination products during the first half of 2023, it is now our sticky trap product range that will [...] conducting counts, it becomes clear when pests enter the greenhouse, how they develop, and when a population will peak. In this way the grower is better prepared

• Cyclamen mite

  pairs of legs. They develop into the resting stage (pharate nymph). This is a transitional stage between larva and adult mite during which the mite remains

• 2023 trial season proves value of biological solutions in outdoor crops

  February 22, 2024

  results to share. Market Development Manager Felipe Mendonça takes us through the highlights and gives a preview of what comes next. During the 2023 outdoor trial [...] from biofungicides to natural enemies. And at each stage of the crop’s development, growers had the opportunity to observe firsthand the effects of our products [...] With the arrival of the new year, almost all the results were in. Market Development Manager Felipe Mendonça looks back on a fruitful season. 'When growers

• Aphidius colemani

  an egg in an aphid in which four larval instars subsequently develop. Once larval development is complete the larva spins a cocoon inside the aphid cuticle [...] aphids , even when they are at low density. The behaviour of the female during egg-laying is typical of the Aphidiidae. First the host is examined by drumming

• Fusarium wilt

  nitrogen in the form of nitrate instead of ammonium Prevent damage during harvest and during post-harvest storage and enhance wound healing after harvest, depending

• Obscure mealybug

  dark false pupa followed by a pupa in rapid succession. The actual pupa develops inside a white, cottony cocoon. After a complete metamorphosis, a winged [...] lack mouth parts and are incapable of feeding. They have a brief lifespan during which they are wholly engaged in seeking females to fertilize. The female