• Koppert’s microbial solutions for sustainable food production

  October 15, 2020

  130 million people at risk of suffering hunger by the end of 2020.” The report says there are now calls for a “profound change of global food and agricultural [...] their health. People were reminded of the role food plays in their resistance to disease. Within days of the outbreak of COVID-19, buying patterns started [...] essential for the overall functioning and wellbeing of the ecosystem as a whole. Much research still needs to be done. We at Koppert are aware of the immense

• Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems with Thrips and Whitefly

  August 18, 2021

  wide range of prey and sucks them dry. In this way, a mite attacks the young larvae of a variety of species of thrips and the eggs and larvae of whitefly [...] Spotted the first signs of an outbreak of thrips or whitefly ? The natural enemy Amblyseius swirskii can help you fight these infestations effectively [...] . Well begun is half done! A pack of Swirski Mite contains predatory mites of the species Amblyseius swirskii . These mites are no larger than a pinhead

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 8, 2024

  successful rebranding of our natural enemies, microorganisms, and pollination products during the first half of 2023, it is now our sticky trap product range [...] a broad spectrum of pest insects. Tailored to different pests, our extended range of sticky traps features pest-specific colours for enhanced efficacy [...] monitoring functionalities of the product. 'The transparent upper part in the packaging now also showcases the hanging device for easy application,' says

• Koppert strengthens leadership team and is ready for future growth

  October 21, 2024

  is responsible for the region of South Europe and Middle East Africa, while Jurjen Boeringa is responsible for North Europe. Ready for the future With [...] protection , is proud to announce the strengthening of its executive team and the introduction of a new Global Leadership Team. These changes mark an important [...] customers even closer to the core of the organization. Through regionalization, Koppert is positioned to address the unique needs of growers and farmers worldwide

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 11, 2024

  he struck on the idea of a natural enemy for this pest,’ Paul Koppert, former CEO and son of Jan Koppert recalls. ‘His journey of exploration took him to [...] location and hundreds of growers to serve on our doorstep. As our IPM programmes became more and more successful, we decided to make our biological solutions [...] they decided to commercialize the first production of predatory mites for the biological control of spider mite,’ says Paul. ‘Koppert was the first to

• Koppert's beneficial nematodes: new look and ready for the future

  April 4, 2023

  affordable spray solution. With our beneficial nematodes, growers spray a solution full of life! Free of residue and ready for a 100% sustainable future in [...] potential The potential of beneficial nematodes to support the transition to sustainable agriculture is enormous. And because of our dedication to research [...] growers everywhere. Nematodes have been on our radar since 1986 as an effective, clean, and safe solution for growers. Since then, we have conducted countless

• Experts Needed for International Plant Health, Agriculture & Biosciences Conference in The Netherlands

  December 19, 2019

  benefit us all. Our aim for the conference is to inform and influence all these diverse sectors and create the necessary public awareness for the importance [...] importance of plant health.’ Calling for papers The call for papers is now officially open and Koppert invites you to submit a paper either for oral presentation [...] a wide range of topics: Threats to plant health Plant health practices Plant health innovations The future of food In line with our aim of bringing a diverse

• Trade Show Dates for Koppert's Cannabis and Ornamental Crop Team

  December 15, 2024

  Koppert booth for the industry trade shows listed below. We’ve assembled a list of dates for the major shows they are attending in 2025. Each one is a special [...] special opportunity to meet a group of Koppert technical experts and ask them about the latest innovations in IPM and Koppert products, and discuss other concerns

• Written in GrowerTalks: "BioSolutions for Propagators" by Jeremy Webber

  December 1, 2024

  can have on all stages of the propagation process, including stock plants, rooting, and bulking up for shipping. It’s an grower-centric read for propagators [...] production facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. He’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles [...] BioSolutions for Propagators, a pest control article by Jeremy Webber, appears in the December 2024 issue of GrowerTalks magazine. He discusses the impact

• Koppert Teams Up for First Automated Lettuce Farm in the UAE

  June 17, 2020

  the Middle East for many years. We will support Armela Farms with all the solutions and expertise to fulfil the ever-growing demand for high quality produce [...] located in Abu Dhabi and will produce 9 million head of lettuce per year. Armela Farms is making use of specialist technologies from top Dutch suppliers such [...] biological control of pests and diseases and more. Their first harvest was in August 2018 and Armela Farms have now achieved an increase of more 250% in production