• Municipality Venray: biological control of oak processionary caterpillars

  In the Municipality of Venray a third of the tree stock in the area, some 11,000 trees, is oak. ‘We’ve been using Koppert’s nematode product Entonem as [...] for the Municipality of Venray. ‘We use nematodes at locations in outlying areas where there might be protected species of butterfly and moth. The major [...] spraying in those places, which means that the nematodes are more easily blown away. In some cases, we have to take curative action and extract the nests

• Natupol - Consistent Quality and Continuous Innovation

  June 10, 2020

  different aspects; the design and effectiveness of the hive itself, the selection, rearing and vitality of the bumblebees, continuous R&D and innovation, live [...] quality and continuous innovation The introduction of natural pollinators into greenhouses since the 80s resulted in spectacular increases in yield and improved [...] to make cultivation and the planet healthier, safer and more productive now and in the future." Quality breeding facilities and worldwide availability

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 4, 2023

  resources for the benefit of future generations. Soil and water constitute the medium in which plants grow and derive essential nutrients. The role of soil extends [...] systems withdraw 70% of the world's freshwater and cover 20% of croplands (FAO, 2023). The soil's health and water quality and availability are intricately [...] Soil Day 2023, the resonance of this year's theme, 'Soil and Water,' echoes the profound interdependence of these two vital elements in sustaining life

• Koppert Meets American Secretary of Agriculture

  January 29, 2020

  with the aim of easing the authorization processes of sustainable products on the American market." The message of René Ruiter for the Secretary of Agriculture [...] brief explanation in the experimental garden about the application of natural solutions for controlling pests and diseases in agricultural and horticultural [...] René Ruiter: "The conversation with the Secretary of Agriculture is of great value to us and an important step towards cooperation with the local government

• Air Blowers to distribute and apply beneficials

  well as the release of Nutari, Artefeed and Entofood in vegetable cultivations. The air flow from the fan guarantees the even distribution of this material [...] enemies.The airflow from the fan guarantees the even distribution of this material up to a distance of 3-5 metres from the Airbug. Mini-Airbug The Mini-Airbug [...] results in effective biological pest control , as the mites are able to reach the pests faster. Save time by using one of our blowing systems instead of hand

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  inside out. The bacteria start by liquefying the innards, and then the nematodes slurp up the contents. At the end all that is left is the shell, which is [...] Loss of appetite, discoloration, drying out, and shrinkage – the nematodes are doing their job The nematodes in Entonem ( Steinernema feltiae ) and Capsanem [...] discolor and shrink, which is a good indicator that the treatment has been effective! The level of damage to your crop is also a good indicator of whether

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  Changes in the field of international trade and product innovation will be the focus for Koppert Biological Systems at this year's International Floriculture [...] at Vijfhuizen, the Netherlands, from November 7-9. Visitors from all over the world come to the fair to see the latest developments and to be inspired [...] inspired by experts and exhibitors. IFTF The IFTF is the world's most important trade exhibition for international flower growers and buyers and has attracted

• Got Mealybugs? Here’s The Solution.

  July 11, 2025

  mealybugs and their nasty habit of ruining the retail value of crops. Both adults and juveniles chew on leaves, causing foliage to become misshapen and yellow [...] clean up a plant in as little as 15 minutes after they are applied, chasing mealybugs into the nooks and crannies of dense crops. If, down the road, some stray [...] stray mealybugs wander in, Isarid ™ is the way to prevent them from becoming more of a problem. These spores lie in wait and are highly infectious on any

• The Revolutionary Spical Ulti-Mite Sachet

  October 28, 2019

  mites are located on the underside of the leaf and are therefore not only difficult to detect in time but are also difficult to reach using (chemical) pesticides [...] devastating pest the biological way; Spical Ulti-Mite is part of the futureproof solution. Fully Industrial Compostable The sachet is made of a newly-developed [...] loped foil and is 100% industrial compostable. It satisfies the conditions of the ‘Industrial compostable’ standard. The sachets can therefore be disposed

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  mites in more different stages of development prolong and dramatically increase their effect on spider mite infestations. For growers in the USA, the Netherlands [...] more eggs in the same time frame, hugely enhancing the biocontrol process and efficacy." Proof of predation The characteristic orange/red color of Spidex [...] Netherlands, Mexico and Canada Spidex Vital will be officially launched at February 15, shortly followed by the launch in week 13 for the rest of our customers