• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  with plants and animals in the ecosystem, forming a complex web of activity. Plant roots, can also be considered as soil organisms in view of their symbiotic [...] cultivated in ways that often harm the soil. “Our cities are also growing rapidly. More and more land is constantly being transformed into urban areas. In these [...] United Nations https://www.fao.org/world-soil-day/en/ https://www.fao.org/world-soil-day/campaign-materials/en/ United Nations: Department of Economic and Social

• A step-by-step guide to whitefly control

  Parasitic wasps In the battle against whiteflies, parasitic wasps serve as essential allies, targeting whitefly larvae while engaging in host feeding. Their [...] Performs optimally in lower temperature conditions compared to Eretmocerus eremicus . Distribution: Actively searches the crop for infestations in a random pattern [...] longer, elbowed antennae. Parasitism: Specializes in parasitizing L2-L3 whitefly larvae and engages in host feeding. Egg placement: Lays eggs beneath whitefly

• Koppert strengthens leadership team and is ready for future growth

  October 21, 2024

  BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, The Netherlands — Koppert, world market leader in biological crop protection , is proud to announce the strengthening of its executive [...] changes mark an important step in Koppert's ambitions to achieve further global growth and maintain its leading role in the industry. A strong foundation [...] positioned not only to strengthen our current position in the market but also to deliver future growth in close cooperation with our customers.'

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

  October 2, 2018

  customers from its own headquarters in Berkel en Rodenrijs as of 1 November. The transition period for this is already in an advanced stage and will scarcely [...] parties then looked for a future-proof solution in which the interests of customers were central. This resulted in an agreement. Following the takeover, Koppert [...] These insights are the key to success in accelerating and improving R&D efforts to the advantage of customers in the entire sector. Koppert is convinced

• Eretmocerus eremicus

  and contributing to a decline in whitefly populations. Eretmocerus eremicus is particularly noted for its adaptability in varying environmental conditions [...] beneficial insect is used as an important biological control agent of whiteflies in agricultural and horticultural settings. Eretmocerus eremicus is used for [...] eremicus is available on cardboard strips as single species ( Ercal ) and in combination with Encarsia formosa ( Enermix ). Open package carefully inside

• Koppert Registers New Biofungicide

  November 26, 2019

  been conducted using Noli against Botrytis spp. in a variety of fruits in several countries in Europe and in the United States. The trials have been carried [...] fruit growers and wine producers millions of euros in production losses worldwide, can now be controlled in an effective and sustainable way with a non-synthetic [...] which prevents decay in fruit. The product is intended for preventive treatment before disease symptoms appear, but can also be used in the finishing stages

• Lift Off for Koppert Innovation

  January 14, 2020

  handling and need to be dispersed in the correct locations in the right numbers to carry out their valuable work in the crop. Airborne technology Product [...] w.uaviq.com/en/biocontrol/ . Successful trials in the US Trials have been conducted with the release system using drones for biocontrol in outdoor strawberries [...] biological solution, Spidex , used in the control of the two-spotted spider mite , Tetranychus urticae in strawberry fields. In addition, laboratory and field

• Next generation to lead family business Koppert

  November 18, 2021

  formed in the near future. This newly formed supervisory board will assist the board in achieving the ambitions of the family business. With offices in thirty [...] Koppert Contact BERKEL EN RODENRIJS – Koppert Biological Systems will be welcoming the next generation of leaders for the first time in over twenty years. [...] management duties but will continue to support the company in strategic matters and special projects. In cooperation with former board member Peter Koppert and

• Sustainable Cultivation Goes Much Further than Pests and Natural Enemies

  April 23, 2018

  policies in place in many parts of the world,’ says Peter Maes, presenting his view on the future at the headquarters of Koppert Biological Systems in Berkel [...] is also gaining in importance in the world of practice. Peter Maes points to outdoor crops, where Koppert is continuing to gain ground in major crops such [...] The Role of Technology in Biological Control The role of technology in biological control is set to grow even further; that's the prediction of Peter Maes

• Treatment of bumblebee stings and allergies

  stings Bumblebees are found naturally in many countries. In addition, bumblebees and honeybees are used as pollinators in agricultural and horticultural crops [...] the body through the stinger. In humans, this generates a short severe pain that then eventually fades away. Occasionally (in approximately 1% of cases), [...] swelling or itching may last for hours or even days. In some cases, the local reaction may spread somewhat; in this case it usually takes longer for the symptoms