• Koppert Biological Systems Takes Over Horticoop’s Biological Crop Protection Activities

  October 2, 2018

  consultants, will make the transfer to Koppert to continue to offer their valuable services to their customers. At the beginning of 2018, Horticoop approached [...] ‘Growers will keep their trusted consultant who will be working intensively with his or her R&D colleagues at Koppert after the transfer. With the expansion of [...] knowledge into the company to further develop new and existing markets.’ The shorter supply chain means the company will be even closer to the customer and his

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

  January 11, 2024

  n has come to the forefront. Koppert has been a pioneering force for more than three decades, providing innovative pollination solutions to growers cultivating [...] rebranding approaches in Spring 2024, it underscores our dedication to remaining at the forefront of agricultural innovation, equipping farmers with the [...] cultivating outdoor crops. In Spring 2024, we are ready to unveil a fresh perspective on outdoor pollination products; in line with our rebranding initiatives

• Written in GrowerTalks: "BioSolutions for Propagators" by Jeremy Webber

  December 3, 2024

  is currently the Ornamental Crop Team Manager for Koppert US. Prior to his work at Koppert, he rose through several New England production facilities, [...] voice for ornamental horticulture since 1937. Growers and propagators turn to it to learn about the newest standards and practices, including those for biological [...] For more information about building an effective bioprogram, contact Jeremy at jwebber@koppert.com

• Atheta

  sufficient to enable Atheta populations to establish effectively. To increase likelihood of reproduction, release at least 50-100 beetles at each application [...] necessary can be held at 50°C for up to 7 days. Typically, one application at the beginning of the growing cycle, and a small re-application at each transplant [...] Atheta takes about 21 days (at about 70°C). The sex ratio will typically be equal, 1:1 females to males. Eggs hatch in 3-4 days to begin their larval stages

• What is Biological Control?

  September 15, 2020

  or they are not effective enough to keep the balance. These organisms then become pests which need to be controlled to prevent damage. Native organisms [...] both their health and the environment. It was in the late sixties that Dutch greenhouse vegetable growers began to realize this was not the way to continue [...] ts to enhance plant growth and resilience against abiotic stress started at the beginning of the 21 st century. Modern scientific methods helped to increase

• Swirski-Mite: the do’s and don'ts in a nutshell

  February 2, 2023

  Still Begins with Swirski If you decide to use Swirski-Mite to combat thrips and whitefly , it's important to ensure that the Amblyseius swirskii predatory [...] it arrives at your company, preferably on the same day. If you can't, store the product in a cool (10-15 °C), dry place for no more than one to two days [...] the swirskii predatory mites at the right time when the population size is still low. In principle, predatory mites work preventatively. Monitor the i

• Botrytis: ten must-knows

  November 15, 2021

  That's why it's important to work cleanly and neatly. Prevention is the way to fight this fungus. How? By ensuring good but not too lush growth, ensuring [...] conditions are unfavorable, the damage can get out of hand. To avoid this, it's important to know the following 'Botrytis facts'. Botrytis is also called [...] cinerea can withstand the cold like no other and is even active at very low temperatures (up to 0°C). The fungus survives on plant parts, bulbs, or in the ground

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 17, 2025

  screenings to experimental greenhouses and full-scale commercial trials, Koppert Spain developed a rigorous pipeline to ensure each solution works in real [...] is classic but powerful — from lab to greenhouse to field. And we’ve adapted formats too, like Ulti-Mite sachets, to withstand heat and humidity.” Looking [...] One of his earliest and most impactful projects at Koppert was the introduction of Amblyseius swirskii to combat whitefly and thrips in Campo de Cartagena

• Prevention: the most powerful weapon in the fight against Fusarium

  December 13, 2022

  Fusarium opens the door to other diseases and pests The advantages of Trianum Ten facts about Fusarium Growers worldwide have to deal with the soil-borne [...] difficult disease to treat. The fungus that causes this disease, Fusarium , is found worldwide and can infect many plants. In addition to causing wilting [...] and dried-out grains. And unfortunately, an infection can be difficult to identify at the start. Fusarium often strikes when a crop is weak, but there are

• Consumers

  around the world to combat pests and diseases in a natural and sustainable way. In this way, we hope to make an active contribution to a sustainable society [...] support. Koppert therefore sells its products exclusively to professional growers and farmers. In order to provide you with the best possible service as a consumer [...] already had a very long journey. The plant first has to form fruit before the tomato can actually start to grow. In nature, insects and other animals take care