Grape downy mildew

maintaining a healthy vineyard. Underside of a grape leaf infected with downy mildew, with clearly visible sporulating lesions. Signs and damage symptoms of [...] activating the plant’s natural defense mechanisms. This dual mode of action makes Willaertia magna–based solutions well suited for the preventive management

Grapevine powdery mildew

pathogens, it does not require free water (such as rain or dew) to infect, making it a persistent threat throughout the entire growing season. Early detection [...] lifecycle of grapevine powdery mildew (Erysiphe necator) is closely synchronized with the vine growth stages and environmental conditions. Understanding its lifecycle

Leaf miners

leaf miner. The older larvae make wider tunnels. Feeding spots made by adult females can also reduce yield, although with the exception of ornamental crops [...] Sticky traps help monitor adult activity and support timely intervention. With Koppert’s biological solutions for leaf miners, professional growers can

Parasitic wasps

highly specialized, with different species targeting specific pests. They are effective in reducing the population of harmful insects, making them valuable allies [...] pest management. This approach minimizes the environmental impact associated with chemical pesticides and promotes a more sustainable agricultural model.

Aphids

populations and provide ongoing crop protection throughout the growing season. With Koppert’s biological solutions for aphids, professional growers can achieve [...] crops, e.g. begonia. Aphids life cycle Aphids have a complex life cycle, with both winged and wingless forms of adults of the same species developing, [...] plant sap. They grow rapidly and moult four times before becoming adult, with the conspicuous white cuticles, shed during each of these moults, betraying

Predatory insects

beneficial insects crucial for natural pest control in agriculture. Equipped with piercing mouthparts, they actively hunt and feed on various harmful pests [...] beneficial insects known for their voracious appetite for various pests, making them valuable in biocontrol. There are different species of lacewings, but [...] predatory behaviour. Ladybugs use their keen sense of smell to locate areas with aphid infestations. Once they find aphids, ladybugs use their specialized

Crop Protection

strict retail requirements. No pre-harvest interval – Safe to apply up to harvest with no waiting period. Low resistance risk – Pests typically do not develop [...] to chemical pesticides or complement them so fewer chemicals are needed. With predatory insects , predatory mites , parasitic wasps , beneficial nematodes [...] specific application equipment, e.g., beneficial nematodes can be tank mixed with other crop protection solutions. No chemical residues Biologicals leave little