• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  each time and have to build up the necessary populations three times. This is always a critical and tense moment on cucumber farms like mine. And as spider [...] less keen on it. Spidex Vital still has to prove itself in such dry conditions. I want to see what happens. However, it is a new product and Koppert may [...] already using the predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis and Sjaak himself has always used it. However, Sjaak recently made the switch to Spidex Vital

• Mpumalanga and Limpopo get ready!

  May 6, 2022

  data-driven decisions and take action when and where it matters the most. They ultimately bring together trusted agronomic problem detection and advanced algorithms [...] combat pests, microbials, and biostimulants that support, protect, and strengthen crops. Improving plant health both above and underground. Our partner [...] decisions making and how an integrated system of specialist knowledge and natural, safe solutions will improve your crop health, resilience, and production.

• Mealybugs and scales

  beetles and lacewings help reduce mealybug and scale populations by attacking both larvae and adults. Pheromone traps support early detection and population [...] wingless and immobile, and covered with a hard scale (armoured scales and soft scales) or with waxy threads (mealybugs). They suck the sap of plants and are [...] Biological control of mealybugs and scales Mealybugs and scale insects are persistent pests that feed on plant sap, weakening crops and producing honeydew that

• Crop Monitoring and Scouting

  monitoring and scouting In the world of agriculture and horticulture, the phrase "knowledge is power" couldn't be truer. Crop monitoring and scouting are [...] insights into the health and growth of their crops, enabling them to take proactive measures and optimize their yield. Crop monitoring and scouting is the systematic [...] identification and prompt action. By employing insect traps, such as sticky traps and pheromones, growers can promptly detect the presence of pests and respond

• Spider mites and other mites

  spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells and causing leaf [...] weeds and other plants that may serve as a host for mites, and implementing a rigorous cleaning and disinfection program for all tools, equipment, and surfaces [...] mite eggs, larvae, nymphs and adults. Predatory bugs and gall midges complement this activity by seeking out mite hotspots and reducing outbreaks quickly

• The How and Why of IPM

  June 7, 2022

  strengthen and protect the crop. You tackle diseases and pests. You strengthen and protect the population of natural enemies. Plant growth promotion and crop [...] just head over and use our Koppert Side-Effects Database and App ! To ultimately have a holistic approach to IPM and continue to strengthen and protect the [...] The How and Why of IPM Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is a term we see everywhere today. But what does it mean, exactly? And how do you apply this method

• Better insights and digital advice with Natutec Scout

  owned by Ruud Leerdam and Rob van Marrewijk. Barry has been using the Natutec Scout app since October 2019 and is very happy with how it works. ‘Scouting with [...] app, the grower and his consultant can collect much more data about current conditions, which makes it possible to respond more quickly and accurately. He [...] programmed into the app, allows us to see where an infestation is and how it is evolving. It also allows us to see if the natural enemies are curbing an i

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

  predates on oleander scale , rose scale and Californian red scale, amongst others and is easy to apply. It’s recommended to start introduction as soon as the [...] Control armoured scales and long tailed mealybugs in citrus blueberries, macadamia, avocado and stonefruit. In our continuous pursuit to help growers [...] Aspidiotus nerii ) and on long tailed mealybugs . Rhyzobug can be applied in various crops like citrus, blueberries, stonefruit and macademia. Also in

• Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality

  February 13, 2023

  January 2022, Koppert is entering the next phase. We proudly present our new product branding. Each product will have its own premium look-and-feel, but [...] looking forward, we continuously work to improve and find new solutions and services to face current and future challenges. We are confident that our new [...] product portfolio, starting with our beneficial insects and predatory mites . René Ruiter, Chief Business Officer Horti: “We are very pleased with our product

• Rhyzobug – Your answer to most armoured scale species

  March 29, 2022

  quality and yield. We use natural enemies to combat pests, microbials, and biostimulants that support, protect and strengthen crops and improve plant health [...] must just discover it! Entering 2022, Koppert South Africa is not only celebrating a decade of investing in the health, safety, and productivity of South [...] problem in agriculture and horticulture has a solution, and we know that the search must start within nature. So, we partner with nature and never stop innovating