• Earth Day 2022: Koppert’s ongoing investment in the planet

  December 18, 2020

  goal is 100% sustainable horticulture and agriculture. It is the only responsible way in which to pass on the earth to future generations. Koppert is an [...] ‘Invest in your planet’, is this year’s international Earth Day theme and we can confirm that this is exactly what we have been doing at Koppert for the [...] help the planet.‘Invest in your planet’, is this year’s international Earth Day theme and we can confirm that this is exactly what we have been doing at Koppert

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

  October 12, 2020

  Spider Mite Control Spical-Plus Spider Mite Control What is Biological Control? Spider mite is the favorite food of the predatory mite in Spical , whose [...] resistant to chemicals, so Spical really is the ideal solution. Citrus mite The citrus mite ( Panonychus citri ) is not only a problem in citrus fruits but [...] mite: Two-spotted spider mite The best-known and most widespread harmful mite is the two-spotted spider mite ( Tetranychus urticae ). This spider mite drives

• Koppert Announces the Promotion of Jeremy Sinift to Hydroponic Crop Team Manager

  September 10, 2020

  Koppert Biological Systems is Excited to Announce the Promotion of Jeremy Sinift to Crop Team Manager, Servicing U.S. Hydroponic Vegetable Clients! Howell [...] will be transitioning into this key position for KBSI. The hydroponic market is a core focus for KBSI, and we are confident that Jeremy and his team will [...] important clients.”, Ryan Hill, General Manager of Koppert US. Jeremy’s new role is leading the hydroponic vegetable team of consultants, helping them in their

• Potato aphid

  stripe is dark green, while in pink specimens it is dark red. This longitudinal stripe is specifically characteristic of the potato aphid and is particularly [...] aphid ( Macrosiphum euphorbiae ) is of North American origin, but is these days distributed throughout the world. It is a highly polyphagous species with [...] reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction is sexual

• Koppert Actively Participates in the Legal Cannabis Market

  December 20, 2019

  crops. This is why there is a substantial demand for the products and knowledge Koppert can provide. The market for legally produced cannabis is growing at [...] inundation release technique is what is meant by building a "standing army". Phytoseiulus persimilis The challenge Koppert faces Koppert is only active in countries [...] challenge now is finding the best way to serve the growers. "Cultivation of this crop in this way is relatively new, which means a lot of knowledge is being exchanged

• No Risks for Employees or for the Environment

  October 22, 2019

  firmly believe that is something that you need to make an effort to achieve. And, to us, that is a matter of prestige.’ Assistance is Essential Since finding [...] protection is of the utmost importance for the director and owner of Plántulas de Tetela. ‘That is why the assistance that we receive from Koppert is essential [...] solid reputation, even if the buyers don't follow the same path yet: that is the philosophy on which Plántulas de Tetela bases its investment in biological

• Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To?

  June 5, 2019

  you're on the right track. Supplementary Feeding for Predatory Mites If there is too little food for the predatory mite, it will starve. This sounds logical [...] all-rounder When it comes to whitefly, misfortune never comes alone Why Isarid is a grower-approved ally against pests in ornamentals The top ten pests in roses

• Finish Clean with an IPM Based Program

  August 1, 2018

  Pick Out the Perfect Poinsettia is Approaching At Koppert we believe that a perfect Poinsettia starts when the plant is barely sticking out of the soil [...] are many definitions that explain what Integrated Pest Management is. Most important is its aim: use biological control when you can, chemical control when [...] balanced IPM program has become increasingly more importnat over the years. This is due in part because many large retail chains such as, Kroger, Home Depot,

• Green peach aphid

  peach tree, is native, however it is now a pest with a world-wide distribution. The green peach aphid ( Myzus persicae subsp. persicae ) is a particularly [...] persicae subsp. persicae ) is the most important vector of viral diseases. It can transmit at least 100 different viruses and is thus rightfully feared by [...] reproduction is asexual, the young aphids are born as developed nymphs. They immediately start to feed on plant sap and grow rapidly. When reproduction is sexual

• Asian citrus psyllid

  The Asian citrus psyllid, ( Diaphorina citri ), is an important pest of citrus in several countries as it is a vector of a serious citrus disease called greening [...] greening disease or Huanglongbing. It is widely distributed in southern Asia and the disease is responsible for the destruction of several citrus industries [...] Mexico however the state of Florida is the most affected area by the vectored disease. Damage symptoms The psyllid is a sucking insect that inserts its