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

  June 5, 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 [...] company a ready market – almost 10,000 hectares of horticulture that specialized in greenhouse grown tomatoes, cucumbers, bell peppers and a range of flowers [...] his cucumber crop and set out to find a natural solution. One that would last for a very long time… ‘Back in the 60s, my father was a cucumber grower battling

• Combating food loss and waste: Taking action to transform food systems

  September 28, 2023

  $220 billion and invasive insects incurring losses exceeding $70 billion. At Koppert, we are aware of these losses and are increasingly playing a pivotal role [...] inflicted by pests and diseases upon crops is a significant contributor to this crisis. The FAO estimates that up to 40 percent of global crop production [...] harmful substances entering agro-ecosystems, and supporting farmers in increasing the yields and quality of their produce. Biological crop protection :

• Koppert Involved in New Project Aiming for Sustainable Control of Poultry Red Mite

  June 4, 2019

  monitoring and decision support system, improving non-chemical treatments and raising awareness of farmers and implementing innovative and environmental [...] gallinae ). The project is called MiteControl and runs until August 2023. MiteControl is a collaboration of 7 partners: Experimental Poultry Centre in Geel [...] (UK) and Koppert Biological Systems. Koppert Biological Systems will provide natural enemies and expertise in this project. The poultry red mite is a huge

• A life-long commitment to help growers thrive with sustainable growing practice

  December 10, 2024

  resilient and can withstand pest infestations far better. It’s a winning combination and gives us the best results and a great deal of satisfaction.’ A soft [...] solutions work required a shift from a curative mindset to a preventive approach — aiming at a natural balance in their crops and how to maintain it," she [...] at low temperatures and we have a great deal of experience when applying them in different types of crops grown both locally and abroad. The connection

• Koppert Announces the Promotion of Jeremy Sinift to Hydroponic Crop Team Manager

  September 10, 2020

  The hydroponic market is a core focus for KBSI, and we are confident that Jeremy and his team will continue to innovate and provide additional value for [...] Koppert’s level of service to its clientele through innovation and collaboration, and to liaise with our customers in hopes of translating their needs [...] perfectly positioned to effectively respond to the demands of today and of the future. Koppert’s ability to work closely with growers gives the grower access to

• A Hybrid Approach to IPM by Jeremy Webber in GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025

  May 15, 2025

  facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. Jeremy’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles [...] Biosolutions are top of mind for many greenhouse professionals, and some of the largest greenhouses in North America are adopting and fine-tuning bio-based [...] along with a slew of newer pesticides. Discussing them together rather than one versus the other is important because the two work well as a team when designed

• Unveiling the Buzz - Outdoor pollination products with a new look from Spring 2024

  January 11, 2024

  landscape of global agriculture, the critical role of efficient pollination in outdoor cultivation has come to the forefront. Koppert has been a pioneering [...] look. A unified identity Alongside the innovative design, the reliable Tripol (EU) and Quad (NA) products will transform, emerging as Natupol Trio and Natupol [...] pollination portfolio, and the fresh look aligns them with our Koppert brand. Bumblebees: Nature's finest pollinators At the heart of effective outdoor pollination

• Podcast with Tech On Demand: A Biological Approach to Spring IPM, featuring Koppert’s Heidi Doering

  March 7, 2025

  across North America. Bill and Heidi discuss her role as a “greenhouse CSI” when walking into a facility and meeting with owners and growers. They touch on [...] the past decade and is one of the most well-informed plant experts regarding ornamental IPM. Her experience in production, sales, and with the plants themselves [...] he and his expert guest speakers deliver weekly cultural and technical information to greenhouse professionals, covering the latest research and timely

• Grapevine powdery mildew

  flowers, and grape clusters, causing yield losses, reduced fruit quality, and increased risk of bunch rot. Powdery mildew thrives under warm and humid c [...] mechanical damage and stress Weakened shoot growth affecting canopy structure and fruit support Flower and cluster symptoms Infection of flowers and young clusters [...] grape quality, sugar accumulation, aroma and marketability Lifecycle of Grapevine powdery mildew The lifecycle of grapevine powdery mildew (Erysiphe necator)

• Rhyzobug - Ready to deal with armoured scales

  is an effective tool to control armoured scale. How to recognize damage of armoured scales Armoured scales can cause severe damage in your crop and can have [...] nerii ) and Rose scale. Rhyzobug can be applied in various crops like citrus, grapes, blueberries and kiwi. Also in tropical fruits like mango and avocado [...] the effectiveness of Rhyzobug . As well as the optimal conditions using this natural enemy, making sure you as a grower will reach the best and most effective