Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

Brand and Koppert: a successful collaboration To reduce the burden of acaricides and other chemical pesticides, and consequently produce safer and better [...] years of experience in the production and distribution of papaya and other tropical fruits such as pineapple and lime. An important part of their mission [...] in the production and export of papayas, which has managed to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula

Carrot

is a root vegetable and comes in a variety of colours, ranging from the regular orange to black and purple, but also red, yellow and white. The carrots [...] indigenous to Europe and southwestern Asia. The carrot plant presumably comes from Persia and was originally produced for its seeds and leaves. Carrots can [...] can be classified as hardy biennials and are grown as annuals. Carrots can vary greatly in colour, shape and size. The shorter carrot types grow well in

Nothing beats original

behind this track record and gain insights into the passion and dedication that continue to fuel our quest for finding new and improved solutions today [...] Original stories Dive into the rich history and innovative spirit behind Koppert’s predatory mite solutions. Since 1967, we have been at the top of our [...] innovative lineup of predatory mites. Our commitment to continuous innovation and refinement has shaped our extensive product portfolio into the gold standard

Stratiolaelaps scimitus (Hypoaspis miles)

thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems and offer a sustainable and environmentally [...] on larvae of sciarid flies, thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. The reduction [...] as the Phytoseiidae and thus passes through the following stages: egg, six-legged larva, eight-legged protonymph and deutonymph, and adult. Stratiolaelaps

Amblyseius swirskii

excellent biocontrol agent of thrips and whiteflies. Amblyseius swirskii can also survive on pollen and other prey and can establish in the crop before the [...] Amblyseius swirskii mites actively seek out and prey on young larvae of various thrips species and whitefly eggs and larvae. By consuming multiple life stages [...] thrips and whitefly. Feeding behaviour of Amblyseius swirskii Predatory mites pierce their prey and suck out the contents. In addition to thrips and whiteflies

Macrolophus pygmaeus

nymphal instars and the adult insect. Adult females are 3.0-3.6 mm long and the males between 2.9-3.1 mm. They are slender with long legs and antennae. The [...] eyes. Both adults and nymphs are voracious predators, capable of feeding on various pest species. With its effectiveness in pest control and minimal impact [...] plant), and a weak crop. More delicate types of tomato are more susceptible to damage. In tomato there may be fruit deformations during setting, and in gerbera

Koppert One

pesticides on beneficial organisms and pollinators Pesticides can have both direct and indirect effects on natural enemies and pollinators. Our Side Effects [...] protection and natural pollination practices. Enhanced decision-making Use our Digital Assistant to ask any side effects-related questions and receive quick [...] reference for integrating chemical pesticides with biological crop protection and natural pollination practices. Data sources: Koppert R&D, IOBC, Research

Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen

traditional and organic agriculture come together. Koen shares his personal experiences and insights about the future of agriculture, where traditional and organic [...] practices complement each other, and how organic and traditional farming are getting closer together. "The mix between traditional and organic is actually quite [...] increasingly critical. Society expects more and more that agriculture is environmentally friendly and responsible. And that the vegetables consumers eat are

Macrocheles robustulus

ed protonymph and deutonymph, and adult. Adult mites are 0.6-0.8 mm long, oval shaped and pale white with a brown oval dorsal shield and brown legs. The [...] larvae of sciarid flies , thrips pupae and other soil-dwelling insects. The mites appear in and on the soil and at the base of plant stems. Feeding behaviour [...] ly in agricultural and horticultural settings. Macrocheles robustulus is also a soil-dwelling predatory mite, controlling eggs and larvae of flies , thrips

Eretmocerus eremicus

single species ( Ercal ) and in combination with Encarsia formosa (Enermix). Open package carefully inside the greenhouse Bend and tear off the strips opposite [...] sunlight The dosage of Ercal or Enermix depends on climate, crop and whitefly density and should always be adjusted to the particular situation. Start i [...] conditions and its efficiency in reducing whitefly infestations. Adults of this species do not feed on whiteflies but instead rely on nectar and honeydew