• Big impact starts small

  May 1, 2023

  benefits to growers. They are safe and easy to use, as they can be applied with existing spray equipment. They leave no residue, which helps growers to meet [...] Banzato. 'Our continuous improvements and research help us to make sustainable agriculture accessible to everyone, everywhere.' 100% sustainable agriculture Our [...] although they are not visible to the naked eye, they have a big impact. The living organisms in our micro products are a great way to biologically control various

• Crazy roots, hairy roots, crown gall

  Ri-plasmid in the plant tissue and causes a genetic change in the plant. How to prevent Crazy roots, hairy roots, crown gall Use clean propagation material [...] Adjust the work order in greenhouses to fit with the hygiene protocol Disinfect the nutrient solution in order to prevent biofilm growth inside the irrigation [...] Additionally, pathogenic Agrobacterium s pecies have recently been assigned to the genus Rhizobium . These pathogenic bacteria were formerly known as Ag

• Strawberry

  damage to the plants, leading to reduced yields and compromised fruit quality. In addition to pests, strawberry crops are also susceptible to several [...] Aphids and How to Protect Your Crop Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D Just How Compostable are Ulti-Mite Sachets? Insight to the Production [...] strawberry crops, but also contributes to integrated pest management (IPM) practices. The use of bumblebees contributes to sustainable pest control and promotes

• Certainty in the quality of every sachet and bottle of our predatory mites

  April 16, 2025

  earth. Commitment to biological excellence Bertha found in Koppert the perfect place to merge her love for plants with her commitment to ecological management [...] company that was not only the first to introduce a predatory mite for pest control but has also continued to innovate to offer superior quality products. [...] predatory mites as an alternative to chemical pesticides. His innovative spirit and dedication to sustainable agriculture continue to inspire our practices today

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  April 9, 2019

  necessity in order to recognize and ‘identify’ them. Where should you look to find insects? This varies by crop and by pest. Sometimes you need to focus on the [...] example, are easy to identify. In the case of crop wilting, it is more difficult to determine the culprit, as there can be various causes. And to diagnose a bacterial [...] bacterial disease, you really need to ‘fly in’ an expert. Scouting for nature's little helpers Another recommendation is to keep the natural enemies in good

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  brown within one to four hours and make it possible to check the bumblebees’ work. These brown marks can be used to help determine how many hives must be [...] temperature to affect pollination takes at least one to two weeks. Similarly, it takes two weeks of cold weather for pollination to return to normal. 2 [...] the hive by 2 to 15° C, which can cause damage to the hive. In conventional greenhouses, the recommended humidity range is 60-75%. Due to better air movement

• Downy mildew of Cucurbits

  the underside of the leaf, this is where most fluffy symptoms are found. How to prevent Downey mildew Choose resistant cultivars Use a wide crop rotation [...] mildew Pathogens causing downy mildew are not fungi but Oomycetes and related to Pythium and Phytophthora. They survive as oospores. From these oospores or [...] the optimum temperature is around 15 o C and the closer the temperature is to this, the shorter the leaf wetness period that is required. Inside the plant

• Dibox

  When to use Dibox Use a Dibox for the application of biological products when it is necessary to apply close to a hotspot. This mainly counts for parasitic [...] available in sachets. How to use Dibox Application Fold out the Diboxes Pour the material into the Diboxes Hang the Diboxes close to or at a hotspot Best

• Apple

  yield, and tree vigor, making early prevention and regular monitoring essential. Damage symptoms of apple scab Olive-green to dark brown spots on leaves [...] pressure. Koppert is continuously researching how biological crop protection solutions can contribute to the prevention of storage diseases and support [...] protection in apple orchards Apple crop protection requires a proactive approach to managing the pests and diseases that can impact fruit quality, storability

• Premium quality around the world

  March 17, 2023

  attention to handling, storage, and shipping conditions. It takes a great deal of knowledge and technology and strict adherence to protocols to control the [...] quality and leave nothing to chance. Our commitment to our customers is embodied in the peace of mind we offer them, thanks to our premium quality products [...] products are headed, they need to arrive on time and with their quality perfectly preserved. Koppert pulls out all the stops to achieve that for its customers