• Adapting Quickly Guarantees ‘Tomato Success’

  April 30, 2019

  prevention. We end the year with thorough preparation for the new season. More than ever before, a good start to the season is half the battle. The end of [...] biological crop protection As a tomato grower, you have to keep the crop healthy for almost a year. Your focus shifts throughout the cultivation cycle: in the [...] circle has become increasingly important, as this is the only opportunity for you as a grower to thoroughly tackle diseases and pests, without having to

• Sustainability

  Future Forward - A path for a sustainable tomorrow At Koppert, sustainability isn’t just a concept, it is part of who we are. Since our foundation, we [...] pollution. Fewer residues and reduced chemical usage yield significant benefits for social systems, thereby promoting environmental and social well-being, ultimately [...] of sustainability, ensuring that our contributions, progress, and impact are quantifiable, demonstrable, and transparent. Our commitment isn’t limited

• Artificially lit crops pollination advice

  during winter to extend daytime for plants, can lead to issues for bumblebees. Grow lights emit the light spectrum relevant for plant growth and development [...] implementing smart strategies for attracting pollinators, we aim to equip you with the knowledge and insights essential for successful pollination in your [...] bumblebees are allowed to fly between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (4 weeks before/after the shortest day), with an additional half-hour per week. For optimal

• More than solutions, a partner in your success

  success For over 20 years, our consultants have worked alongside growers around the world bringing global insight, field experience, and a passion for helping [...] succeed. Supported by ongoing R&D, they are committed to guiding growers toward more sustainable, safer approaches for people and the planet. In Their Own [...] Koppert, you don’t just get products; you gain a network of IPM experts who are salaried, not commission-based. Through regular on-site visits, we partner

• Pollination

  flies to transfer the pollen. Bumblebee pollination Bumblebees are an indispensable ally for growers worldwide, offering reliable and efficient pollination [...] the optimal pollination required for increased fruit set and enhanced crop uniformity, ultimately driving profits for growers. Bumblebees work diligently [...] their role in a diverse array of seed crops. Lucilia flies are highly versatile, ideal for applications within enclosed tents or isolated growing units

• WARNING: Bumblebees – Keep them Cool this Summer!

  July 2, 2019

  to 59°F. See for the best practice advice this short Koppert video clip . ‘A stable hive temperature ensures that bumblebees are out for the maximum number [...] temperature for hours. Unfortunately, for the bumblebees this can mean death from the heat. Therefore, it is important to ensure proper steps are taken by [...] cool is by digging a large enough hole for it to fit. Usually, these holes are about 2 feet deep and wide enough for the Quad to fit into. On top of that

• Koppert One

  With Timing Expert in Koppert One, you always know when conditions are right for foliar nematode applications. By combining Koppert’s biological expertise [...] Koppert One - Digital platform for biological crop protection Koppert One is your all-in-one digital platform designed to simplify and strengthen biological [...] weather data, Timing Expert identifies the optimal foliar application window for your exact location. Clear ratings (from Poor to Excellent) show you instantly

• Koppert Actively Participates in the Legal Cannabis Market

  December 20, 2019

  is why they opt for suppression with inundation release techniques. As a result, the growers are more than prepared to invest in a good and reliable method [...] Light People who grow cannabis for medicinal purposes have no choice: they always need to use biological crop protection for their crops. This is why there [...] there is a substantial demand for the products and knowledge Koppert can provide. The market for legally produced cannabis is growing at a rapid pace as

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  crops. Good pollination in outdoor crops can be achieved by following the recommendations shown below. Download Pollination Checklist Outdoor Tips for outdoor [...] period Allow the bumblebees to calm down after positioning the hive. Wait for at least 30 minutes before opening the hive doors. The transportation and [...] direct sunlight, especially during warm periods. Ensure sufficient shade for the hive by positioning it in the shadow of the crop or providing additional

• How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’?

  September 20, 2021

  the abdomen. Onion thrips females are greyish yellow to brown. Males are lighter and have no wings. Onion thrips are often found along large leaf veins [...] Most growers know when there are thrips in their crop. After all, there are not very many tiny, slender insects that look like thrips . More difficult [...] If you find a slow, striped insect at the bottom of the crop, there is a good chance you have the dubious honour of a visit from americanus . Western flower