• CEICKOR Celebrates its 15th Anniversary

  March 5, 2020

  anniversary with the presentation of a book that documents its history and a ceremony where the founders and shareholders will honor the most prominent [...] techniques. In 2015, the institution took a new step in its history with the creation of the CEICKOR University (CEICKOR University Center, A.C.). An educational [...] Systems operates in more than a 100 countries all over the world. One of those countries is Mexico, where Koppert has built a reputation for knowledge and

• Inspired by Nature: new design, same trusted quality

  February 6, 2023

  chain. While a QR code helps navigate directly to the product webpage for more information. Ready for the future Our new Koppert branding is rooted in Nature [...] Introducing a new design for Koppert products After introducing our new brand identity in January 2022, Koppert is entering the next phase. We proudly [...] have its own premium look and feel but, at the same time, remain recognizable as a Koppert product. Over the coming year, we will redesign our complete

• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  come in a long-storage, biodegradable carrier in a formulation that is easy to dilute and safe to handle. 'Using nematodes against wireworms is a pretty [...] A combination of a biological fungicide and beneficial nematodes is proving to be the answer for many potato growers in Europe. Recent trials using Trianum [...] better results than the chemical pesticide control,' says Global product manager Cyrille Verdun. 'The nematodes control the pests and the natural fungicide

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

  August 18, 2021

  mite pierces a 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 [...] Scattering is the best method of dispersal in the case of a rapidly spreading infestation. If the infestation builds up more slowly, slow-release sachets [...] 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. They

• World Soil Day – Soils, where food begins

  December 5, 2022

  improve soil health. Held on 5 December, this year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout the world, soil nutrient loss is a major degradation process [...] Every year, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance [...] nutrition. It is recognized as being among the most critical problems at a global level for food security and sustainability around the world. When soils

• Spidex Vital lives up to its promises

  develops more rapidly.’ A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex Vital is a major advantage for Sjaak van Dijk. ‘As already mentioned [...] into a game changer in spider mite control. It changes the rules of the game and is even more in control of spider mites . And the grower reaps the benefits [...] ‘As the old crop is always cleared away, I start from scratch each time and have to build up the necessary populations three times. This is always a critical

• Perfect Potted Hydrangeas for Super-Strict Customers

  December 6, 2019

  result The approach is virtually the same in the propagation phase, except that no Entonem is used. Pieter continues, "The topped plants go into the cold [...] hydrangea cultivation is complex. Once the cutting material has arrived from Portugal, there is a propagation period. Then, when the shoots and buds have [...] using a range of enemies, including Spidex , Spical , and Swirski-Mite . At the same time, the feed mite Carpoglypus is also scattered over the plants

• Optimal Results with Entonem and Capsanem

  October 21, 2019

  nematodes is that the young plants are much stronger now. Growing Lisianthus is no easy task, so the more vital the plant, the better for the end-growers [...] Nurseries. A Great Success In the past the young, fragile plants had been subjected to fungus gnats (Sciara) and shore flies (Scatella Stagnalis) while the range [...] chemical agents was much reduced over the years. At the end of 2015, the nursery decided to introduce nematodes under the supervision of Koppert consultant

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  it easier for the fungus to get a hold. It’s a sinister interaction. Essentially, a crop is an ecosystem in which all living organisms interact. We capitalize [...] grows on a wound, the plant defends itself by creating antibodies. Although plants can fight off the fungus, that point of initial infection is left weakened [...] A Botrytis infection can sometimes create conditions for other pathogens to strike. But it also works the other way around: there are pests that make it

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  considerations and a conscious choice. Inheriting the farm from his parents, Koen had the opportunity to continue the business. While the trend towards organic [...] pesticides The increasing interest, especially from governmental bodies, in organic farming marks the path to the future. "You grow into it a bit," notes [...] presented challenges, but Koen embraced the change and emphasizes that the effectiveness of products is still the most important for him, regardless of whether