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

  June 17, 2025

  resistance. Why is biocontrol different? Biocontrol is a natural form of pest and disease control, and the highly unlikely possibility of resistance is one of the [...] agriculture it is so important that the biocontrol industry learns from the development of resistance to chemicals. IPM is very important, and it is advised to [...] action is how a crop protection solution controls a pest or disease. For example, if a pesticide blocks only one characteristic of the pest, there is an increased

• Diglyphus isaea

  instars: the first is colourless and transparent, the second is yellow and semi transparent with a brown fat body, and the third larval instar is blue-green. [...] Diglyphus isaea Diglyphus isaea is a small parasitic wasp belonging to the family Eulophidae within the order Hymenoptera . It is widely recognized for its role [...] programs. Diglyphus isaea is used for the control of the following pests: Leaf miners The parasitic wasp Diglyphus isaea is available at Koppert as Miglyphus

• Phytoseiulus persimilis

  outbreak is quickly and effectively dealt with, but the disadvantage is that it disappears rapidly in the absence of suitable prey. When prey is in short [...] The predatory mite Phytoseiulus persimilis is by far the most important natural enemy of Two-spotted spider mite (Tetranychus urticae) and has been used [...] the spider mite population by predation. Phytoseiulus persimilis is highly specific and is only effective against spider mites that produce a large amount

• Introducing NoPath for the Management of Diseases

  April 26, 2018

  essential oils. It is used for the management of fungal and bacterial diseases, particularly Downy mildew and Botrytis in various crops. It is a preventive, [...] concept of integrated crop management. He also reiterated that NoPath is made from natural, food-grade ingredients thus guaranteeing safety to users and the [...] curative and eradicative product which is safe for humans and the environment. The half-day programme consisted of presentations from Koppert staff from

• Are you getting value for your money?

  September 29, 2017

  Koppert products, Trianum is one hundred percent natural and thus safe for the people and the environment. How TRIANUM Works Trianum is applied in the root zone [...] management is a concept that combines several approaches such as cultural, physical, biological control, and finally the use of chemical pesticides. It is worthwhile [...] value for money. However, Trianum is not a silver bullet. Good management practices combined with the use of the product is bound to give growers a positive

• The five main benefits of Integrated Pest Management

  January 28, 2025

  evolving nature of pest populations in agricultural and urban settings. Without applying bio-control solutions, there is no IPM strategy, which is essential [...] additional advantage of working with an IPM approach is that growers create a more robust system which is easier to balance in the crop. This supports in lowering [...] Implementing an IPM strategy helps growers to create an environment that is favourable for plant development and unfavourable for pests and diseases.

• Proactive management of Downy mildew & Botrytis in Flowers

  November 19, 2018

  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 [...] 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 [...] and not sustainable. A proactive, preventive approach using natural products such as NoPath is preferable. Such a strategy entails management approaches

• Tobacco whitefly

  and the excess is excreted as honeydew, with larger larvae expelling large quantities. The damage that whiteflies cause to a crop is the result of sucking [...] es: If the population is very large, feeding on plant sap can affect the physiology of the plant, as a result of which growth is retarded. In full sunlight [...] in (sub-)tropical areas especially. The tobacco whitefly ( Bemisia tabaci ) is feared because of its high level of resistance to many insecticides and its

• Managing Caterpillar infestations in your greenhouse

  June 24, 2016

  plant debris that may serve as host to the caterpillars . Where applicable, it is advisable that you install insect netting in all ventilation openings to prevent [...] interventions may thus come in handy to keep the pest below economic threshold. It is critical to proceed with caution when applying chemical pesticides especially [...] evaluate the effect of the chemical interventions and their effects on natural enemy populations. Better still, refer to the Koppert chemical compatibility

• Spider mites and other mites

  so keeping them healthy and strong is essential. Regular monitoring of your plants for early signs of plant mites is also critical. This can be done by [...] crops. Biological control of spider mites and other mites uses a range of natural enemies that target different developmental stages of the pest: Predatory [...] feeding habits. Plant mites generally thrive in warm and dry conditions, which is why they are often problematic in greenhouses and during hot, dry weather