• Neoseiulus cucumeris

  Neoseiulus cucumeris Neoseiulus cucumeris is most effective at temperatures between 15 and 25°C (59 and 77°F). It is not effective at temperatures above 30°C/86°F [...] cucumeris is sensitive to relative humidity below 70%. Neoseiulus cucumeris in bottles or buckets The predatory mite Neoseiulus cucumeris is available [...] The predatory mite Neoseiulus cucumeris (also called Amblyseius cucumeris ) is widely used for the biological control of thrips in greenhouse crops. These

• Neoseiulus californicus

  californicus Neoseiulus californicus is most effective at temperatures between 13 and 32°C (55 and 90°F) and is sensitive to relative humidity below 60% [...] predatory mite Neoseiulus californicus (previously Amblyseius californicus) is commonly used for biological pest control of spider mites . Although Neoseiulus [...] other food sources such as other mites, thrips or pollen. This predatory mite is more tolerant of higher temperatures, lower humidities and pesticides than

• How Koppert Kenya is Empowering Small-holder Farmers Through Biological Innovation

  May 12, 2026

  response to these challenges, Koppert Kenya, in partnership with Latia Agribusiness Institute (LAI), with the supportof Koppert Foundation has launched a tran [...] Across Kenya, agriculture remains the backbone of many livelihoods, with millions of smallholder farmers working to feed communities, secure the future [...] agricultural practices. Why This Project Matters Given that Kenyan agriculture is largely driven by smallholder farmers, who account for over 70% of the sector

• Botrytis: Ten must-knows

  March 26, 2025

  Botrytis is an above-ground fungus, and there are many species. The fungus is found all over the world and can infect a wide variety of plants. If conditions [...] after leaf picking) is enough for the mould spores to germinate. That’s why it’s important to work cleanly and neatly. Prevention is the way to fight this [...] avoid this, it’s important to know the following ‘ Botrytis facts’. Botrytis is also called ‘grey mould’. This name indicates exactly what the fungus looks

• Citripar

  at which development can occur is 13°C/55°F; the highest temperature is 38°C/100°F. Combined use Should be combined with Cryptobug or Cryptobug-L for effective [...] range from 0.1-0.5 per m 2 /release. Releases should be repeated at least 3 times at an interval of 1-2 weeks. Consult a Koppert advisor or a recognized

• Nurturing Young Minds: Koppert's Partnership with 4K Clubs in Kenya

  October 6, 2023

  partnership is taking root, one that promises to shape the future of agriculture in Kenya. This year, Koppert Kenya has joined hands with the Ministry [...] initiative is the harsh reality of climate change, which directly impacts agricultural production in Kenya. Most of the farming in Kenya is carried out [...] sustainable farming practices. The ambition of this partnership is great. Together with the Ministry of Agriculture, we aim to grow together and scale the

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  eradicative effects and is safe for humans and the environment. With a wide spectrum anti-microbial and anti-fungal properties, it is used to reduce microbial [...] Peronospora sparsa One major headache that flower growers face is the infection of their crops with two important diseases, Downy mildew and Botrytis . These [...] launched and introduced NoPath to the Kenyan market. This is a product based on essential plant oils that is used for the management of fungal and bacterial diseases

• Beneficial nematodes for biological pest control

  January 15, 2025

  Steinernema feltiae ) is used to combat thrips larvae and pupae and larvae of sciarid flies CAPSANEM ( Steinernema carpocapsae ) is used to control the [...] e agriculture is enormous. And because of Koppert’s dedication to research, the opportunities for replacing conventional pesticides with natural, living [...] easy to use, and affordable spray solution. With beneficial nematodes, growers spray a solution that is full of life! Free of residue and ready for a

• Meet Capirel! An effective addition to your arsenal in the fight against thrips!

  October 8, 2025

  They perform well when daily temperatures exceed 10°C, with an optimum between 14 to 26°C, with the added advantage that they can also be used from as [...] Moreover, they can often be tank-mixed with conventional products, making applications more cost effective for growers! With Capirel in your IPM plan, growers [...] thrips . For growers, one of the main incentives to use nematode products is the diminishing role and performance of chemical crop protection products

• Designed with growers in mind

  March 6, 2023

  product branding is designed with growers in mind. We are dedicated to helping growers support, protect and strengthen their crops with an integrated system [...] Starting with our beneficial insects and predatory mites , and followed by additional product ranges each month. The new product branding is more than [...] supporting sustainable waste flows. Inspired by Nature Our mission is to work with nature and contribute to the health of people and planet. The new branding