About Koppert

About Koppert The answers to many of today’s agricultural and environmental challenges are already out there: in nature itself. At Koppert, we explore [...] understand, and apply these natural solutions in partnership with nature. Using natural enemies to control pests, bumblebees for pollination, and microbials [...] microbials that support, protect, and strengthen crops. Improving plant health both above and underground. Since 1967, we’ve been helping growers worldwide

Plant Health

Embracing biological pest control Over the years, biological pest control has proven effective in managing pests without the drawbacks of chemical pesticides [...] Fostering plant resilience: the role of plant compounds Defense mechanisms through complete compounds The degree of plant resilience is linked to its [...] biodiversity, climate control, and biological pest control fosters healthier and more resilient crops with minimal environmental impact. In conclusion, by r

Anagyrus vladimiri

sunlight Deploy in or near the mealybug colonies Leave bottles in the crop for at least two weeks Carry out adequate ant control The dosage of Citripar depends [...] effective control of the mealybugs . Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Anagyrus vladimiri The female Anagyrus vladimiri lays its eggs inside the body of the mealybug [...] effective for mealybug control, a common pest affecting various crops. The natural enemy Anagyrus vladimiri is used for the control of the following pests:

Predatory insects

including ladybugs, are a group of beneficial insects known for their role in natural pest control. Ladybugs control aphids through their natural predatory [...] a vital role in controlling whitefly , thrips , caterpillars and leaf miner larvae. Macrolophus pygmaeus ( Mirical , Mirical-N), a species of predatory [...] predatory bug, is particularly skilled in controlling whitefly and caterpillars but also contributes to the control of spider mites , aphids , and leaf miner larvae

Trichoderma harzianum

disease management in agriculture and horticulture. Advantages of Trichoderma harzianum The usage of Trichoderma harzianum T-22 in sustainable agriculture [...] the availability of resources for pathogen growth and reproduction. Parasitism of pathogens: Trichoderma harzianum produces a range of secondary metabolites [...] reinforces the defence mechanism of the parts of the plant above the ground, so-called induced system resistance (ISR). Absorption of fixed and non-fixed nutrients:

Macrocheles robustulus

Macrocheles robustulus is a species of predatory mite known for its role in biological pest control , particularly in agricultural and horticultural settings [...] mite, controlling eggs and larvae of flies , thrips pupae, nematodes and other soil living pests, which can be found in high numbers in greenhouses in soil [...] been enriched with compost. As natural enemies of various pests, Macrocheles robustulus plays a vital role in integrated pest management (IPM) strategies

Eretmocerus eremicus

important biological control agent of whiteflies in agricultural and horticultural settings. Eretmocerus eremicus is used for the control of the following pests: [...] Behaviour of the parasitic wasp Eretmocerus eremicus Eretmocerus eremicus is a highly effective parasitic wasp used in biological control programs. This [...] d mouthparts to feed on the internal tissues of the whitefly, leading to the host’s death and contributing to a decline in whitefly populations. Eretmocerus

Beneficial nematodes

species Several species of beneficial nematodes are commonly used in biological pest control . These nematodes play a vital role in managing insect pests [...] microscopic to several inches in length. Nematodes play various roles in ecosystems. Some are free-living, feeding on organic matter in soil or water, and are [...] group of worms belonging to the phylum Nematoda. Nematodes are characterized by their unsegmented, cylindrical bodies, and they come in a variety of sizes

Tomato russet mite

was detected for the first time in Australia and is a pest in tomatoes in all areas where they are grown. Other members of the plant family Solanaceae may [...] on the lower part of the plant and moves upwards as the mites ascend. Life cycle and appearance of tomato russet mite All life stages of the tomato russet [...] and the rest of the body. All mobile stages have only two pairs of legs, whereas other mite groups have four pairs. Eggs are roughly 0.05 mm in diameter and

Parasitic wasps

important to note that not all species of parasitic wasps engage in host feeding, and the primary method of pest control remains parasitization. [...] wasps? Parasitic wasps are small insects that play a crucial role in natural pest control. They are called "parasitic" because they lay their eggs inside [...] targeting specific pests. They are effective in reducing the population of harmful insects, making them valuable allies in horticulture and agriculture. Unlike