• Crop Protection

  themselves in the soil, they create a fertile and balanced environment, promoting crop growth. Utilizing biological crop protection also preserves natural occurring [...] protection, often referred to as biocontrol, is a natural and sustainable approach to managing pests and diseases in agriculture. Instead of relying on synthetic [...] Crop protection in agriculture Crop protection is the practice of protecting plants against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth

• Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales and long tailed mealybugs

  support you in comprehending how our new introduced natural enemy Rhyzobug can support you in controlling mealybugs and armoured scales in your crop we [...] mealybugs in citrus blueberries, macadamia, avocado and stonefruit. In our continuous pursuit to help growers biologically control pests in their outdoor [...] tailed mealybugs . Rhyzobug can be applied in various crops like citrus, blueberries, stonefruit and macademia. Also in tropical fruits like mango and avocado

• Plant Health

  Rediscovering natural approaches to plant health Embracing biological pest control Over the years, biological pest control has proven effective in managing [...] algae: stress adaptation and growth promotion Marine algae, rich in phytohormones, aid in stress adaptation and promote root and shoot growth, nutrient uptake [...] minimal environmental impact. In conclusion, by reestablishing a systems approach to agriculture and integrating natural methods, growers can enhance plant

• Biological Pest Control

  infestations in a greenhouse. Augmentative biological control can provide rapid results and is particularly useful when natural enemies are insufficient in the [...] is a method of managing pests using natural predators, parasitoids, or pathogens. This approach partners with nature to maintain the balance of ecosystems [...] pest control uses nature's own mechanisms, such as predators, parasites, and beneficial microorganisms , to keep pest populations in check. This approach

• About Koppert

  we explore, understand, and apply these natural solutions in partnership with nature. Using natural enemies to control pests, bumblebees for pollination [...] Biocontrol is our Nature The answers to many of today’s agricultural and environmental challenges are already out there: in nature itself. At Koppert,

• 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 [...] microscopic roundworms that serve as natural agents for biological pest control . Beneficial nematodes are highly specific in their choice of hosts and do not [...] Effective control of onion and bean seed fly Wireworms control in potatoes Using nematodes in fruit orchards How do nematodes work? Beneficial nematodes use

• Predatory insects

  these pests. Gall midges Gall midges play a beneficial role in natural pest control, particularly in controlling aphids and spider mites . Gall midges have [...] beneficial insects known for their role in natural pest control. Ladybugs control aphids through their natural predatory behaviour. Ladybugs use their [...] Predatory bugs Predatory bugs are beneficial insects crucial for natural pest control in agriculture. Equipped with piercing mouthparts, they actively hunt

• Integrated Pest Management

  practices that deter pests from infesting in the first place. Monitoring Regular monitoring of pest populations helps in making informed decisions about control [...] conditions and new information. Integrated Pest Management in agriculture Integrated Pest Management in agriculture is crucial for sustainable farming. It reduces [...] The beneficial organisms prey or parasitize on pests in agriculture, helping to protect crops naturally. Monitoring and trapping Crop monitoring and scouting

• Consumers

  and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society, with safe food in sufficient [...] growing population. Producing our natural enemies, bumblebees, and microbiological solutions is a knowledge-intensive process. In addition, implementing our products [...] question in this list. Biological crop protection What is biological crop protection ? The idea behind biological crop protection is very simple: natural enemies

• Knowing & recognizing

  the interaction between pests, diseases and their natural enemies. It explains how they spread in the crop, the damage they can cause, and specific b [...] achieving 100% sustainable horticulture and agriculture, while working in partnership with nature. [...] find the best sustainable solutions. First published 25 years ago and revised in 2003, the latest edition comprises 443 pages, 700 photographs, and dozens