The Future of Koppert is Here

Systems has increased the size of its board in response to the projected growth of the Dutch family company. Koppert is a global specialist in biological [...] all areas in which the company operates. In addition to the expansion, there is also a shift within the management. Founder Peter Koppert and advisor John [...] for specific divisions like Horti, Agri and live stock, made us realize that it was time for change within the top tier of the company’, says CEO Paul Koppert

Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To?

Supplementary Feeding for Predatory Mites If there is too little food for the predatory mite, it will starve. This sounds logical, but for crops such [...] whitefly happily flying around during the first days after application. And as it's so easy to spot, you may quickly draw the conclusion that the treatment [...] tolerate a very low level of pests – too little for Amblyseius swirskii to eat its fill and produce enough offspring. As such, you would always have to use new

When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone

of a crop. It's not just the pest's feeding on the crop that is harmful; whitefly also poses a risk of virus transmission. Worse still is the likelihood [...] nitrogen is actually hard at work inflating its cells, weakening the plant and creating an 'obese plant.' The result will be a plant that is more attractive [...] you certainly want to avoid that! A healthy plant is a basis for good growth and production, so it should be no surprise that an attack by a pest like

Initial Experiences: Spidex Vital Lives Up to its Promises

somewhat less keen on it. Spidex Vital still has to prove itself in such dry conditions. I want to see what happens. However, it is a new product and Koppert [...] "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 [...] crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product." Crop rotation is a critical time in cucumber farming

Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

predatory insects , it’s in a class of its own. It also fits perfectly into our hi-tech, sustainable approach to cultivation. At Dyson farming, it’s all about [...] Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control products. "It was a brilliant move," says Glasshouse Manager Angel Angelov. "When it comes to the even [...] Farming is the biggest private landowner in the United Kingdom and grows a variety of crops. The family-owned agricultural company prides itself on its innovative

Koppert strengthens leadership team and is ready for future growth

world market leader in biological crop protection , is proud to announce the strengthening of its executive team and the introduction of a new Global [...] Erik-Jan Verdegaal The Global Leadership Team is tasked with achieving strategic objectives. This team is responsible for driving growth, optimising processes [...] profitability. Boaz Oosthoek is responsible for the region of South Europe and Middle East Africa, while Jurjen Boeringa is responsible for North Europe

Chula Brand is a pioneer in biological pest control in papaya

to control the pests responsible for losses in its production in a safe and effective way. Chula Brand is a company with more than 20 years of experience [...] This has contributed to achieving its mission as a producer company, to improve and care for the health of the crop, its workers and the final consumer, [...] agricultural practices that can be implemented in open field crops. This is confirmed by Chula Brand, a leading company in the production and export of

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

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 [...] army The rapid disappearance of useful insects is sometimes a disadvantage – especially if your intention is to build up a standing army of useful insects [...] or moth eggs (Entofood). This is essential, as the population would otherwise decline over time. The use of banker plants is also a proven method of maintaining

Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals

edible and ornamental crops . It's safe for their workers and the environment, it's great at managing resistance, and it's compatible with their existing [...] Isarid , into its Integrated Pest Management program three years ago. What started out as a product used for occasional applications is now their main [...] Green Valley Greenhouse. 'We usually make weekly sprenching applications. It is easy to apply, and there's no residue left on the plants.' Koppert as a strategic

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