• New Facilities for Koppert Canada

  December 20, 2018

  Directors Henri Oosthoek and Rene Ruiter who spoke on the history of Koppert and the endless possibilities for the future. Leamington was selected as location [...] wants to congratulate Koppert Canada on their great successes of the last 25 years. We wish them further success in the many years to come and we are thrilled [...] enough space for future expansion and Koppert Canada looks forward to the future.’ ‘Koppert Biological Systems continues to position itself as the market leader

• Biocontrol for Spider Mites

  April 24, 2020

  damage to the host plant by feeding on plant tissue and plant sap, primarily on the underside of leaves where they pierce the cells and suck out the contents [...] spider mites on cucumber plants, and thus laid the foundation for the biological control of many plant pests on numerous plants in the horticultural and [...] pest without the use of harsh chemicals. In the mid 1960's, Koppert released the first predatory mite, Phytoseiulus persimilis , for the control of spider

• Biosolutions for Tropicals: Pest Control for Floral and Foliage Crops

  January 1, 1970

  Released to the American market a decade ago, Limonica is a meaner mite for a badder bug like Thrips parvispinus . The most versatile of the generalist [...] verify predation, check the bodies. Koppert’s unique rearing methods make it an indiator species, so they turn red when they feed on the pest. Armor Up With [...] result, makes the remaining pesticides more effective. Timing and selection are important factors, and Koppert has the details to combine the strengths of

• Spot the caterpillar!

  June 28, 2023

  deposited on the plant by the butterfly or moth. Caterpillars can be recognized not only by their appearance but also by the damage they cause or the plant [...] legs (prolegs). The prolegs have small hooks that the caterpillar uses to hold onto the plant. Not sure which caterpillar you found? Visit the website or a [...] all types of species and sizes. Some stand out from the foliage, but most are the same color as the plant from which they live. They’re also masters of

• Time For A Tune Up

  March 2, 2026

  IPM program and looking for solutions, it’s a good time to call in the experts. Koppert’s Technical Consultant team knows the entire IPM process. Our experts [...] spots in the existing IPM program can be promptly found and remediated. Starting with an overview of the crop and current BioSolution in place, Koppert [...] costs. Shipments are checked for quality and viability numerous times in transit to confirm that the product delivered matches the promises made. Koppert is

• Webinar Fit Roots for Plant Health

  March 2, 2020

  2 , EC, pH) for the water and nutrient balance of plants Insight into the mechanisms of plant health and natural resilience Insight into the relationship [...] others in Marketing & Sales and R&D. Currently he works as part time Executive Manager for the Koppert Foundation and is engaged in the training of stakeholders [...] involved in the development of hardware and software for climate control systems. From 2004 on, his special fields of interest have been the physical b

• Condition of the Crop the best Indicator of the Effect of Trianum

  August 10, 2020

  ‘underground’, the proof becomes apparent above the ground: a strong and vital crop! We often assess the success of a strategy or application based on what we [...] colonize the roots of the plant and keep pathogens at bay. And that's not all: they also stimulate root growth and the absorption of nutrients. The impact [...] impact of Trianum can be seen in the quality of the crop. A better balance in the soil means that treated plants generally grow better, have greener and firmer

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  November 26, 2024

  in the sachets; keeping the moisture inside without harming the mites and creating the perfect ecosystem for them, with additional prey mites to feed them [...] alternative and so limit the use of chemical agents for a safer and healthier planet. I have found my passion in life. Koppert is the place for me to be.’ [...] have a voracious appetite for pest insects in the crop. ‘They show an incredible capacity to convert pests into food for the next generation of mites.

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  October 21, 2024

  in the sachets; keeping the moisture inside without harming the mites and creating the perfect ecosystem for them, with additional prey mites to feed them [...] alternative and so limit the use of chemical agents for a safer and healthier planet. I have found my passion in life. Koppert is the place for me to be.’ Oops [...] have a voracious appetite for pest insects in the crop. ‘They show an incredible capacity to convert pests into food for the next generation of mites.

• Lift Off for Koppert Innovation

  January 14, 2020

  trials in the US Trials have been conducted with the release system using drones for biocontrol in outdoor strawberries. “Using the Natutec Drone for biocontrol [...] Koppert can confidently use the Natutec Drone to distribute the biological solution, Spidex , used in the control of the two-spotted spider mite , Tetranychus [...] With the launch of the Natutec Drone , leading biological solutions innovator – Koppert Biological Systems – has entered the airspace and now can release