• Tomato leaf miner

  found in greenhouses for decades, but has become a common pest since the 1960’s, particularly in sweet pepper, lettuce, melon, chrysanthemum and gerbera. Damage

• Beneficial nematodes to control pests in outdoor crops

  in horticulture. In doing so, he laid the foundation for today’s Koppert. Now Koppert’s third generation is introducing this valuable legacy of knowledge

• World Soil Day – Soils, where food begins

  December 5, 2022

  encouraging societies to improve soil health. Held on 5 December, this year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout the world, soil nutrient loss [...] way that does not impact on soil life. In this we are a partner of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Did you know that? 95% of our food comes from

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

  January 14, 2025

  persimilis was the first predatory mite introduced by Koppert in the 60s, and it remains Rianne’s favourite. ‘It stands talls on its legs, is perfectly round and [...] like predatory mites , enable them to cultivate their crops sustainably. It’s a journey I’ve been on since 1998. Transforming perspectives on biocontrol [...] plant is far more resilient and can withstand pest infestations far better. It’s a winning combination and gives us the best results and a great deal of sa

• Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite

  October 12, 2020

  appetite for all species of spider mites means it can be used in many crops. It’s an effective biocontrol solution against the entire ‘spider mite family’! Harmful [...] apple, pear, plum, cherry, rose, raspberry, and blackberry cultivation. There’s often a biological balance with naturally occurring predatory mites . But this

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

  June 17, 2020

  Farms, Avir Shah, says they aim to produce products that exceed the community’s expectations and reduce the reliance on imported, highly-priced products. "We [...] hi-tech, sustainable food production facility in accordance with the country’s vision of national food security and self-sustainability."

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

  June 11, 2024

  a germ of an idea, or rather a little predatory mite in this case. Koppert’s pioneer, Jan Koppert noticed that chemical sprays were ineffective against [...] natural solution. One that would last for a very long time… ‘Back in the 60s, my father was a cucumber grower battling with persistent spider mite infestations [...] We do it together. To innovate, to bring something new to the market, that’s in our genes. The commitment to finding solutions for growers – it was our

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  around: there are pests that make it easier for the fungus to get a hold. It’s a sinister interaction. Essentially, a crop is an ecosystem in which all living [...] Sciarid flies , which alone don’t cause many problems, can transmit Botryti s from sick to healthy plants. If they go on to eat soft plant tissue, they create

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in potato & outdoor vegetables

  Common asparagus beetle Beans & Peas / Spinach Peas Capirel Casea S. feltiae S. carpocapsae Leafy Bulbs / Roots / Tubers Various Beneficial nematodes [...] Potatoes & Outdoor vegetables When to apply Where to apply Targeted pest instar(s) Dose Crioceris asparagi Early summer: 1st generation Late summer: 2nd

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  in the crop despite their size, so it’s an ongoing solution for growers as they reproduce themselves rapidly. What’s not to love about these mites?’ he asks [...] sachet, a thousand can emerge over an extended period, enhancing the grower’s IPM biocontrol system,’ Dr Groot adds. ‘The sachets have been a huge success [...] success, and we have managed to prolong the duration of their efficacy. It’s all about maintaining the moisture in the sachets; keeping the moisture inside