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Biological Control for Conventional Growers: Busting the Organic-Only Myth(Post)
Biological control is often associated with organic production, but beneficial insects, predatory mites, parasitoids, nematodes, and microbial products have become valuable tools in conventional growi
A Biological Approach to Fall IPM ft. Koppert’s Phil Gerry(Post)Check out the Tech On Demand podcast, featuring our very own Koppert technical consultant Phil Gerrry: A Biological Approach to Fall … - TECH ON DEMAND brought to you by GrowerTalks - Apple Podcasts
December 2025 - Gerbera and Hydrangea(Post)Why Starting with Biological IPM Early Leads to Cleaner Crops Some crops are known for being difficult to grow clean using traditional approaches. In the December edition of Koppert Corner, published
Aphidalia (Adalia bipunctata) — Targeted Aphid Control with Ladybug Larvae(Post)Aphidalia contains larvae of Adalia bipunctata, the two-spotted ladybird, a specialist predator for fast, targeted suppression of aphids. Larvae are the most voracious life stage, consuming aphids ent
Find Solutions with Swirski-Mite Ulti Mite (Post)What is Amblyseius Swirskii (Swirski-Mite Ulti Mite)? Amblyseius swirskii is a predatory mite that can be used in the control of a range of problem mites. This predatory mite is ideal for cannabis, v
May 2025 - Pesticide Resistance & Residues on Garden Mums(Post)Why Pesticide Residues Can Impact Biological Control on Garden Mums Garden mums are a staple crop, but they can come with hidden challenges, especially when it comes to pest control. In the May editio
October 2025 - Preparing Perennials for Winter (Post)How to Prepare Perennials for Winter and Reduce Pest Problems As the growing season winds down, preparing perennials for winter is one of the most important steps you can take to ensure strong perform
What are Broad Mites?(Post)How Do You Know if You Have Broad Mites? Identifying broad mites can be very difficult, as these microscopic species in the arsonemids (Tarsonemidae) family aren’t usually detected until crop damage
March Myth Buster: Waiting for Problems to Appear Before Releasing Beneficials(Post)A common misconception in pest management is that action should only begin once pests are clearly visible. That mindset is largely shaped by experience with sprays, where applications are tied directl
Thripex-V Bottles (Neoseiulus cucumeris) — Predatory Mite for Thrips and Mite Control(Post)Thripex-V bottles contain active life stages of Neoseiulus cucumeris, a proven predatory mite for controlling thrips larvae and several mite species. These predators actively disperse across plant sur
Why Spring Is the Most Dangerous Season for Hemp Russet Mites on Cannabis(Post)Hemp russet mites on cannabis are one of the most difficult pest challenges a grower can face, and spring is precisely when you need to be most vigilant. As temperatures rise toward 70°F — the ideal r
Climate, Crop Canopies & Microenvironments: How Growing Conditions Shape Biological Control(Post)Biological control is often discussed in terms of natural enemies, release rates, and scouting thresholds, but one of the most influential forces in its success is the growing environment itself. Ever