• Koppert Biological Systems Takes Over Horticoop’s Biological Crop Protection Activities

  October 2, 2018

  an advanced stage and will scarcely be noticed by customers. Koppert Director Sales Nord West Europe, Arne van Aalst: ‘Growers will keep their trusted consultant [...] Koppert Biological Systems will take over the biological crop protection activities of Horticoop B.V. as of 1 November. The takeover includes Horticoop’s [...] brands and supplies. Thirty-two employees, including a number of consultants, will make the transfer to Koppert to continue to offer their valuable services

• Koppert Biological Systems present at GreenTech 2018

  May 15, 2018

  the field of organic agriculture will be in the spotlight for three days. GreenTech Summit The GreenTech Summit will be held on 11 June, one day before [...] from in- and outside the horticulture industry will give their realistic and clear vision on how we will feed and green the world by 2028. Inspiring Food [...] which the different aspects of Plant Empowerment will be explained. In this presentation, Koppert will focus on the assimilate balance. Because maximum

• Greenhouse whitefly

  is encouraged, making it unsuitable for sale. In serious cases the fruit will rot. Sooty moulds also develop on the leaves, reducing photosynthesis and [...] leaves, where they deposit their eggs. When shaking infested plants, adults will first fly, then return to the underside of the leaves. The adult greenhouse

• Koppert is Investing in Smarter Scouting

  May 29, 2019

  Systems is working on a groundbreaking innovation that will change the world of scouting. The scout-app will automatically analyze Horiver sticky traps, enabling [...] Koppert is developing the scout-app, which will automatically identify and count the pests on sticky traps. This will utilize smart technology such as image [...] enabling growers to scout more efficient and more accurately. This app will be available after summer for most subsidiaries. Although the processes of manually

• Thripex-Mini

  plants (shaded) and with the bottom edge of the sachet touching the substrate will typically yield the longest release of predators. Sachets already have an [...] the sachets, such as placing the bottom of the sachet on moist substrate, will have a positive effect on the longevity of product Hold sachets by the stick

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  a carpocapsae ) penetrate into insect larvae, such as caterpillars . You will then see them quickly stop feeding, discolor and shrink, which is a good [...] effective. When a nematode attacks a caterpillar or larva, a dramatic scene will ensue; the host is eaten from the inside out. The bacteria start by liquefying [...] the contents. At the end all that is left is the shell, which is why you will see the caterpillar or larva turn yellowish brown to brown over time, and

• Trianum-G

  cover with mulch along with the grass seed. Application of irrigation water will help move Trianum-G into the soil. GREENHOUSE PLANTING MIX AMENDMENT: Mix [...] nursery beds, incorporate by raking or tilling. Application of irrigation water will help move Trianum-G into the soil. If soil is fumigated or steam sterilized [...] conditions. Storage conditions Short periods at room temperatures above 75°F will not affect performance. Do not store at temperatures above 75°F for prolonged

• Grower Koen - Embracing biological crop protection in agriculture

  friendliness, but that gap is getting smaller. In 15 years, I expect there will be no difference at all, especially due to the rapid increase in effective [...] due to a reduced chemical toolkit, Koen foresees that organic alternatives will thrive, reducing the need for traditional chemical methods. "In collaboration [...] I see opportunities to adapt my farm to a future where chemical methods will gradually disappear. I believe that the agricultural sector has a natural

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

  September 10, 2020

  has been, and will continue to be, supporting clients with the highest quality IPM technical assistance, and we are confident Jeremy will lead them to continue [...] y and reliably achieving all of their goals! “We are excited that Jeremy will be transitioning into this key position for KBSI. The hydroponic market is [...] is a core focus for KBSI, and we are confident that Jeremy and his team will continue to innovate and provide additional value for these important clients

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  heading towards their winter stage. They will crawl off to untraceable spots, such as the frame of the greenhouse, and will seem to have disappeared. At this [...] is already high. But even before it develops that far, parts of the crop will look slightly sad, followed by yellowing of the leaves. If you then start [...] mite. Dormant period Please note that when the days start to shorten, you will notice the spider mites turn from light brown or yellow to red/brown. This