• Spider mites and other mites

  control of spider mites and other mites Spider mites and other mite species can rapidly infest greenhouse and field crops, feeding on plant cells and causing [...] Biological control of spider mites and other mites uses a range of natural enemies that target different developmental stages of the pest: Predatory mites [...] mites and russet mites are so small that they cannot be seen with the naked eye and only have four legs. Tarsonemid mites cannot also not be seen with the

• Are you getting value for your money?

  September 29, 2017

  head size and vase life are some of the aspects to name but a few. Pests and diseases still pose a great threat to crops. Several approaches are currently [...] increased stem length and bud size. This of course depends on the specific grower’s management practices and efforts to optimize either of the above benefits [...] feeding, crop protection and general agronomic practices. Every flower grower strives to increase their output in terms of volume and quality. Indeed, a flower

• Breeding Beauty: How United Selections Protects Innovation with 100% IPM

  February 9, 2026

  aps scimitus), coupled with regular spray with Boveril ( Beauveria bassiana ) and mass trapping with Horiver for the control of thrips, the farm achieved [...] Thrips and spider mites are the farm’s most persistent challenges, particularly dangerous in the breeding and selection houses, where thousands of different [...] persimilis ) and Spical ( Neoseiulus californicus ) for control of spider mite, and releasing Montdo-Mite ( Transeius montdorensis) and Entomite-M (

• How Trianum Helps Rose Growers Defeat Crown Gall and Maximize Crop Performance

  May 7, 2025

  ally and playing roles in the control process. The relative contribution of each factor will depend on the kind of pathogen present, the ratio of pathogens [...] production of cut-roses. Treatment of roses with TRIANUM results in higher yields per unit area and an improvement in quality of roses in terms of longer stems [...] between 4 and 8, in many types of growing media. Effect on Nutrition use efficiency Significant efforts have been made to study the mode of action of Trichoderma

• Stop the spread of Botrytis with NoPath

  March 26, 2025

  spores of Botrytis germinate easily and quickly in wet conditions and at high humidity. If the foliage is wet for longer than six hours, the chances of germination [...] for infection are wounds on fruit, e.g. as a result of damage by wind. Create the right conditions How do you stop Botrytis spreading and nip it in the [...] essential oils for use in a wide range of crops including ornamental crops and vegetables. How it works Mode of action The essential oils disturb several

• Partners with Nature

  April 5, 2016

  distribution of solutions & knowhow and knowledge sharing are the three important pillars of our company. Cornerstones that are inseparably connected and continue [...] an ever-increasing role in boosting the sustainability of cultivation and the chain. We are convinced that by working with nature and for nature we have [...] It starts with the soil where all cultivation begins and ends with a residue-free harvest. Research and development, worldwide production and distribution

• Biological crop protection: pest and disease control with minimal to no resistance risks

  June 17, 2025

  Biocontrol is a natural form of pest and disease control, and the highly unlikely possibility of resistance is one of the key benefits of incorporating biocontrol [...] monoculture where crops are grown in large numbers with a high population of pests and diseases. The quicker the lifecycle of the pest or pathogen, the [...] providing biocontrol agents that are based on multiple modes of action. Combine different strategies and compounds, including micro and macro agents that target

• Keep Thrips under Control: Plenty of Options with our Comprehensive IPM package for Management of Thrips.

  September 10, 2024

  Koppert offers a range of sticky cards and Rollertrap under the brand name “Horiver” to help in scouting and monitoring of thrips and other flying insect pests [...] species of predatory mite, which is an excellent biocontrol agent of thrips and whiteflies. This mite can survive on pollen and other prey and can establish [...] external part of the host. Visual characteristics of the product Insects colonized by the fungus become hard and covered with a powdery layer of conidia, visible

• Mealybugs and scales

  Coccoidea are at first sight barely recognizable as insects. The females are wingless and immobile, and covered with a hard scale (armoured scales and soft [...] first sign of the presence of this type of pest. Among ornamental crops, ferns are particularly sensitive to soft scales, as are oleanders and orchids. Armoured [...] Biological control of mealybugs and scales Mealybugs and scale insects are persistent pests that feed on plant sap, weakening crops and producing honeydew

• Designed with growers in mind

  March 6, 2023

  product branding and packaging. Starting with our beneficial insects and predatory mites , and followed by additional product ranges each month. The new [...] a recognisable look-and-feel across the entire product portfolio. It reflects our connectivity with nature and the high quality of our products. The beautiful [...] in mind. We are dedicated to helping growers support, protect and strengthen their crops with an integrated system of natural solutions. That's why we included