• Red Headed Flea Beetle Eradication Described in April 2025 GrowerTalks Issue

  February 25, 2025

  the subsequent trials, and paints a picture of the work that still needs to be done with respect to rate, location, timing, and application methods of the

• Koppert Collaborates with Valto to Control Harmful Tomato Virus

  October 10, 2018

  growers may be a bit hesitant, since a vaccination is a weak form of the disease so plants feel a small shock initially, but plants will be so much better [...] on of its V10 product in the Netherlands, Koppert Biological Systems will be responsible for the distribution and sale of this natural viral solution to [...] ’ explains Valto’s Thorben Looije. ‘It’s used preventatively and needs to be applied to young plants. There are often two strains present in the greenhouse

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

  October 2, 2018

  scarcely be noticed by customers. Koppert Director Sales Nord West Europe, Arne van Aalst: ‘Growers will keep their trusted consultant who will be working [...] central. This resulted in an agreement. Following the takeover, Koppert will be supplying Horticoop’s customers from its own headquarters in Berkel en Rodenrijs [...] new and existing markets.’ The shorter supply chain means the company will be even closer to the customer and his or her demands and challenges. These insights

• Reducing plastic pollution: We celebrate World Environment Day

  June 5, 2023

  our commitment lies in utilizing renewable or recycled materials that can be efficiently recycled or composted by our customers. We constantly strive to [...] goal is to provide solutions that not only contribute to our clients' well-being but also exude an appealing aesthetic while preserving the superior quality [...] We aspire to ensure that all our clients have access to products that can be easily composted or recycled at the end of their lifecycle.

• High-tech Insect Production

  January 12, 2021

  and requirements? How large should the departments be and how should the layout and logistics routing be designed? What is needed to rear insects and what [...] department can be controlled separately and can function autonomously in terms of climate, irrigation, and lighting. But the greenhouse must also be completely [...] departments or can be accessed by the maintenance department via a service room," says the Project Manager. Specific wishes As the plans were being turned into

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in top fruits

  chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. Beneficial nematodes can be used to tackle a broad spectrum of pests in top and stone fruits, like apples [...] biological solution Resistance proof - pests cannot build resistance Can be applied with regular spray equipment Compatible with most pesticides Leaves [...] pest is not mentioned in this document, it doesn’t necessarily mean it cannot be controlled by nematodes. Koppert is continuously researching new possibilities

• Sized for Success: Introducing the 125k Entomite-M for Cost-Efficient IPM!

  November 30, 2023

  50k as well ! This gives you a few key advantages, the first of which will be a significant reduction in freight cost. While it's not a linear decrease [...] heavyweight champs of cleanup for Fungus Gnat blow-ups, they leave a bit to be desired in terms of longevity in the growing media and require reapplication [...] single introduction. They have a wide range of food sources, even mold, and can be set up for the long term to provide a stable layer of protection in many different

• Protect Crops Against Redheaded Flea Beetle

  January 16, 2025

  down in the potting mixture. Capsanem and Isarid ™ from Koppert are proven to be an effective one-two punch to break the life cycle before an infestation can [...] attacks more slowly, lasting longer in the soil. Timing of the application can be important for the products’ efficacy, and there are a few different methods

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in soft fruits

  chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. Beneficial nematodes can be used to tackle a broad spectrum of pests in top and stone fruits, like apples [...] biological solution Resistance proof - pests cannot build resistance Can be applied with regular spray equipment Compatible with most pesticides Leaves [...] pest is not mentioned in this document, it doesn’t necessarily mean it cannot be controlled by nematodes. Koppert is continuously researching new possibilities

• How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’?

  September 20, 2021

  are real chameleons! Females of the western flower thrips can be white, but they can also be yellow, orange, or dark brown. The male is paler, smaller, and [...] often found along large leaf veins, while western flower thrips can often be found in the flower. As stated, only an expert can provide a definitive answer