• Koppert strengthens leadership team and is ready for future growth

  October 21, 2024

  in biological crop protection , is proud to announce the strengthening of its executive team and the introduction of a new Global Leadership Team. These [...] with a globally integrated approach, this structure brings customers even closer to the core of the organization. Through regionalization, Koppert is positioned [...] Erik-Jan Verdegaal The Global Leadership Team is tasked with achieving strategic objectives. This team is responsible for driving growth, optimising processes

• The Pest is Gone, but What Happened to the Good Guys?

  April 24, 2019

  rapid disappearance of useful insects is sometimes a disadvantage – especially if your intention is to build up a standing army of useful insects or mites [...] banker plants is also a proven method of maintaining the population. To better understand how to keep your standing army, standing, contact a local Koppert [...] food. The crucial question is: where have they gone? Most natural enemies really need their favorite pest to survive. When it is no longer present, they fly

• Time For A Tune Up

  February 27, 2026

  pesticides as well—and how those parts fit together to make a program work. They’re like a pit crew for a Formula One race car. Koppert’s professionals and regional [...] vital as it is, this regular IPM consultation is always free to Koppert customers, and that’s the way it should be. You trust us to create a custom Koppert [...] Spring is when problems present themselves. If you’re unhappy with your IPM program and looking for solutions, it’s a good time to call in the experts

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  May 2, 2018

  Amblyseius californicus ( Spical ) can provide a useful back-up as it is less sensitive to chemicals, tolerates a lower humidity and has the ability to feed [...] Koppert provide growers the ability to produce a crop that has been treated with limited amounts of pesticides and is safe for both employees and prospective [...] such as thrips and cyclamen mite . If hotspots of spider mites occur there is a third option for control of this aggressive pest. The gall midge, Feltiella

• Keep a Close Eye on Thrips

  May 21, 2020

  s, a week and a half passes between the hatching of an egg and the adult insect flying around. At low temperatures, however, this takes more than a month [...] is on a leaf Thrips can cause major damage - that's nothing new. This does mean that you need to detect thrips in good time. Sticky traps are a useful [...] larvae requires practice. Considering how small the larvae are, a magnifying glass is an indispensable tool. It also helps if you know where to find the

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  September 30, 2024

  mites?’ he asks with a smile. Koppert has been producing commercial quantities of predatory mites for more than half a century and is a global leader in this [...] Collaboration is key Staying ahead of the game by listening to growers and anticipating their problems is a daily routine at Koppert. It means that a number of [...] consistently available and quality ingredients is crucial and a good supply chain for the raw materials is key. We have constantly upgraded and refined their

• More than solutions, a partner in your success

  and regional support across the US From a global presence in 100+ countries and over 58 years of experience to a team of 30+ consultants across the United [...] Every operation is different Pest pressure shifts. Conditions change. Timing matters. You don’t have to figure it out alone Without a tailored strategy [...] operation and guide your decisions. Talk to an IPM Expert A simpler way to get started Start Now A team commited to your success For over 20 years, our c

• Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

  December 13, 2022

  isn't a picky eater – it's found in almost every crop worldwide. But there is hope: the mite's natural enemy, the predatory mite in Spical , is also at [...] that glitters is not gold. Predatory mites are ineffective in a limited number of crops, mainly the ones with sticky glandular hairs. Tomato is the best known [...] predatory bugs and gall midges. What's right for you Don't forget: IPM is not a one-size-fits-all solution. It depends on the crop, the climate, the region

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  April 23, 2019

  Pest Management A system for sustainable cultivation, in which you minimize use of chemicals; that is integrated pest management (IPM) in a nutshell. You [...] you looking for a solution to a particular problem? Or do you want to better meet the requirements of your customers? Call in help: a consultant you trust [...] trust and who is well versed in the field of IPM. Work with the consultant to draw up a plan. After all, IPM relies heavily on a system approach. The basic

• Guarantee a Flying Start to Great Pollination

  May 1, 2018

  open-field crops. Each Quad contains four large bumblebee colonies enclosed in a weather-resistant outer unit. Quad units are designed with the appropriate [...] facility, ready to pollinate. No waiting for migratory bee keepers! Availability is guaranteed when orders are placed 14-16 weeks prior to delivery. Koppert