• Successful biocontrol in potatoes

  August 3, 2023

  biological fungicide and beneficial nematodes is proving to be the answer for many potato growers in Europe. Recent trials using Trianum in combination [...] to introduce this natural fungicide to potato producers in Central Europe for healthier plants and a more productive yield.' Trianum-P and -G are easy to [...] Control soilborne diseases and wireworms Beneficial nematodes were introduced for the control of persistent wireworms in Italy with success, according to Cyrille

• Free Webinar series; Implementing Plant Empowerment

  May 19, 2020

  be held on Wednesday, June 3 rd , 2020 at 9am and 3pm (Netherlands Time). For the US, Eastern Time Zone, 3am and 9am. The other webinars follow in the next [...] of today. The road map to sustainable cultivation Plant Empowerment is a new unique cultivation method that leads to more yield and better quality. At [...] production. The workshops are well attended. Various events were planned for the coming period. Because of the corona virus it is still unclear which events

• Next generation to lead family business Koppert

  November 18, 2021

  Koppert will become Chief Business Officer (CBO) for agriculture, René Ruiter will be in the same role of CBO for horticulture, and Peter Maes will become Chief [...] to us since their creation.’ The global need for more sustainable food production is increasing; it calls for more biological and natural growing conditions [...] Koppert Biological Systems will be welcoming the next generation of leaders for the first time in over twenty years. CEOs Paul Koppert and Henri Oosthoek

• Enjoy multiple benefits against spider mite with Spical

  December 12, 2021

  does, patiently waiting for spider mites to appear. Slow-release sachets Spical-Plus and Spical Ulti-Mite are particularly suited for preventative use, as [...] Against All Types of Spider Mite Ten facts about spider mites Biocontrol for Spider Mites Spidex: dos and don’ts in a nutshell Spical is almost like an [...] the predatory mites themselves. This means the sachets constantly ‘make’ new mites in large numbers, as the mites are reproducing all the time and enter

• Koppert Actively Participates in the Legal Cannabis Market

  December 20, 2019

  Light People who grow cannabis for medicinal purposes have no choice: they always need to use biological crop protection for their crops. This is why there [...] there is a substantial demand for the products and knowledge Koppert can provide. The market for legally produced cannabis is growing at a rapid pace as [...] increasing number of governments allocate licenses for the legal production of cannabis. This is due to the proven positive health effects resulting from

• Limonica strong contender against persistent thrips

  September 15, 2025

  case of sweet pepper, Orius laevigatus. As new thrips species continue to challenge growers worldwide, the need for effective and sustainable control strategies [...] controlling this aggressive thrips species. Scirtothrips dorsalis : Known for its rapid spread and damage to peppers and strawberries, this species is [...] need to be considered when planning your IPM strategy.” Integration into IPM For best results, Limonica should be introduced preventively, supported by su

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  November 8, 2024

  automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new. And there is still no reason for that to change. The predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii has [...] as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye [...] The fact that the sachet is industrially compostable is a further advantage for users. After use, you can clear away the sachets with the crop. The robust

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  automatically uses to compare other natural enemies, old or new. And there is still no reason for that to change. The predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii has [...] as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye [...] The fact that the sachet is industrially compostable is a further advantage for users. After use, you can clear away the sachets with the crop. The robust

• Swirski-Mite Helps You Stay in Control

  August 18, 2021

  conditions, provided it doesn't get too cold. This makes swirskii suitable for use in many different climate regions. The combination of all these chara [...] This predatory mite can reproduce in the crop , so there's no need to apply new mites on a regular basis. Several factors determine how quickly this happens [...] scatter the predatory mites in the crop. Blower dispersion is also an option for some crops. This method is very suitable when rapid response is needed because

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in potato & outdoor vegetables

  Koppert is continuously researching new possibilities. Contact your local Koppert contact for more info. Always check label for full technical advice! 12-2022 [...] play an important role in the biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are simply