Kris de Smet on predatory mites as a game-changer for horticulture in Almería - Original Stories

Phytoseiulus persimilis

mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used in many crops worldwide, mainly in greenhouses, but also in outdoor crops such as strawberries. This predatory [...] disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short supply, mainly adult females will leave the prey patch in search of other spider [...] and adult, except for the resting period in the larval and nymphal stages. On plants, the oval eggs are usually deposited close to, or in a spider mite colony

Neoseiulus cucumeris

products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. Neoseiulus cucumeris in sachets The predatory mite Neoseiulus cucumeris is also available in breeding [...] also feed on pollen, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish itself in the crop before the pest appears. The [...] Thripex -Plus). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into the crop over a period of several weeks. Hang sachets in sheltered

Neoseiulus californicus

distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about Spical Neoseiulus californicus in sachets The predatory mite [...] californicus is also available in breeding sachets ( Spical-Plus , Spical Ulti-Mite ). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and disperse into [...] effectively over the longer term. Neoseiulus californicus for pest control Neoseiulus californicus is used for the control of the following pests: Spider mites

Amblyseius swirskii

can also feed on pollen, which is useful for instance in sweet pepper crops as the predatory mite can establish in the crop before the pest appears. Amblyseius [...] distributor of Koppert products for advice on the best strategy for your situation. More about Swirski-Mite Amblyseius swirskii in sachets The predatory mite [...] also available in breeding sachets ( Swirski-Mite LD , Swirski-Mite Plus , Swirski Ulti-Mite ). In this case the predatory mites multiply in the sachet and

Predatory mites

generalist predatory mites which are also used for the control of thrips. Predatory mites for whitefly For the control of whitefly, predatory mites are highly [...] are similar to the adults in appearance, but smaller in size. Predatory mites are typically measuring only a millimeter in length. Their bodies are often [...] Predatory mites are beneficial arthropods used in pest control to manage and reduce populations of harmful pests in various agricultural and horticultural settings

Crop Protection

growth and reliable harvests. It is essential in agriculture and horticulture for achieving healthy, high-yielding crops. At Koppert, we provide biological [...] a more resilient plant, maximizing your yield. Prepared for the future By adopting biocontrol in advance of chemical bans, growers can develop expertise [...] Crop protection in agriculture Crop protection is the practice of protecting plants against pests, diseases, and harmful influences to ensure healthy growth

Beneficial microorganisms

play a crucial role in biological pest control by effectively infecting and controlling harmful pests. Beneficial microorganisms for pest control include [...] and viruses that naturally occur in environments such as soil, water, and air. These microorganisms are harnessed for pest control through applications [...] fumosoroseus and the bacterium Bacillus thuringiensis . Beneficial microorganisms for pest control How it works Infection and colonization: Beneficial microorganisms

Macrolophus pygmaeus

bug is present in a crop in large numbers, it can contribute substantially to the control of these pests. Although plant sap is necessary for Macrolophus [...] to damage. In tomato there may be fruit deformations during setting, and in gerbera, misshapen flowers may appear. The use of this bug in gerbera is therefore [...] Macrolophus pygmaeus for pest control Macrolophus pygmaeus is a key predatory bug for biological pest control of whitefly , Tuta absoluta and spide mites

Macrocheles robustulus

3 x 0.2 mm in size and pearly white. Best conditions for use of Macrocheles robustulus For optimal results the soil has to be moist, rich in organic matter [...] robustulus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control , particularly in agricultural and horticultural settings. Macrocheles [...] nematodes and other soil living pests, which can be found in high numbers in greenhouses in soil which has been enriched with compost. As natural enemies