• Global awareness of food loss and waste reduction

  September 28, 2021

  plays in promoting food security and nutrition in the fight for Zero Hunger and against Climate Change. Globally, more than 14% of food produced is lost [...] quantities are also wasted in retail and at the consumption level. In the case of fruits and vegetables, more than 20% is lost. At Koppert, we are well [...] n towards strengthening food cultivation in the most sustainable way. We keep improving and adjusting to what the market needs and wants. ‘From a Koppert

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  The eventual product, Spidex, became the foundation of what is now a leading international force in biocontrol. The advanced Spidex Vital biological solution [...] Predatory mites in more different stages of development prolong and dramatically increase their effect on spider mite infestations. For growers in the USA, the [...] start laying their eggs on release. Formerly, they first needed to feed in the field in order to develop their eggs. Because they start depositing their eggs

• Fungi and Bacteria Deserve Greater Appreciation!

  May 31, 2019

  plant is also teeming with organisms, inside and out, the function of which is not yet known in many cases. What's certain is that plant resistance is strongly [...] number of biological beneficials and supporters is growing on this basis! In fact, our whole world is one big ecosystem. But most ‘members’ are never seen [...] kills caterpillars . Due to the recent increase in caterpillar problems, this hero from history is once again in the spotlight today. Bacillus subtillis and

• Two-spotted spider mite

  crop protection in agriculture Phytoseiulus persimilis Neoseiulus californicus Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya A dive into [...] such webs in which the mites live. The webbing and spotting on the leaves affects the appearance of the crop. This is of particular concern in ornamental [...] What are two-spotted spider mites? Two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ) is a pest of many crops throughout the world. Despite their small size

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  August 18, 2021

  situation is developing – is therefore crucial. In fact, this is the cornerstone of effective biological control. Monitoring can be done in two ways: by [...] Biological control is much more effective if you have a clear picture of what is happening. You should establish whether the infestation is getting worse or [...] particular insect is present, and some types of pheromone traps can play a role in pest control. The use of attractants in this application is aimed at catching

• Next generation to lead family business Koppert

  November 18, 2021

  formed in the near future. This newly formed supervisory board will assist the board in achieving the ambitions of the family business. With offices in thirty [...] New members joined the board in 2018, bringing the total number to eight members, in order to transfer responsibilities in a natural way and to safeguard [...] are restoring the natural balance in agriculture and horticulture,’ says Paul Koppert. ‘What has made Koppert succesful is our pioneering spirit, long-term

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  November 8, 2024

  Amblyseius swirskii is not only an extremely effective glutton, it can also be used in many crops and under a great variety of circumstances. In the first instance [...] this is how Swirski-Mite is viewed by the market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms [...] It is still the benchmark, the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  Amblyseius swirskii is not only an extremely effective glutton, it can also be used in many crops and under a great variety of circumstances. In the first instance [...] this is how Swirski-Mite is viewed by the market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms [...] It is still the benchmark, the one pest control product that everyone else in the field automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  products. It also results in significant labour and cost saving benefits for growers and is completely safe. At present, Natutec Drive is being used mainly for [...] biocontrol of pests in strawberries in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Germany. Trials on citrus have also started in Spain. Natutec Drive [...] underway in a number of different crops and in a growing number of countries. Optimizing technology "Growers want their employees picking strawberries in the

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 8, 2025

  ahead: predatory mites in outdoor crops and global impact Today, the demand for biocontrol in fruit trees and open-field crops is growing rapidly. And once [...] filming bugs in their natural habitat. That fascination evolved into a lifelong dedication to entomology and, eventually, a pivotal role in shaping the [...] working, scalable solution for growers - and it triggered a real shift in mentality in Almeria.” Scaling up: strawberries, citrus, and beyond From greenhouses