• World Soil Day – Soils, where food begins

  December 6, 2022

  year’s theme is: ‘Soils: Where Food Begins’. Throughout the world, soil nutrient loss is a major degradation process threatening nutrition. It is recognized [...] sustainability around the world. When soils are degraded and nutrients are not replenished they lose their capacity to nurture life. What can we do? Adopting [...] management Adding organic matter to the soil instead of artificial fertilizers is the only way to protect our future, help plants to become stronger and healthier

• Koppert Attends NECANN Boston 2025

  February 28, 2025

  Koppert’s technical team will be manning Booth #726 at NECANN Boston , 2025. This year’s event is being held at the Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street [...] bioprograms for cannabis growers in the US and abroad. For commercial and other serious cannabis growers a clean crop is of the utmost importance, so stop by [...] Street, Boston on Friday and Saturday, March 21st and 22nd. NECANN Boston is a prolific gathering place for cannabis growers around New England to establish

• Pollination checklist outdoor

  honeybees. This is necessary because the honeybees may be attracted by the sugar water in the bumblebee hive, particularly if the main crop is not yet flowering [...] evenly throughout the plot for maximum results. The recommended number of hives is dependent on the crop and the presence of other pollinating insects. Bumblebees [...] positioning it in the shadow of the crop. Ensure that the underside of the hive is kept dry. Keep the hive entrance visible for humans and bumblebees during

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  shrink, which is a good indicator that the treatment has been effective! The level of damage to your crop is also a good indicator of whether or not the nematodes [...] left is the shell, which is why you will see the caterpillar or larva turn yellowish brown to brown over time, and shrink. Caterpillars are usually juicy [...] host is eaten from the inside out. The bacteria start by liquefying the innards, and then the nematodes slurp up the contents. At the end all that is left

• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  and protect the environment, although they are not legally binding. The future of agricultural soil is not only in the hands of governments or growers. Education [...] proactively improving soil health. Soil life is very complex. “Our soils consist of a myriad of organisms not visible with the naked eye, microorganisms [...] growing rapidly. More and more land is constantly being transformed into urban areas. In these built up areas the soil is sealed with concrete, tiles and tarmac

• NECANN Boston 2026

  April 7, 2026

  the event is being held at the Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston Street, Boston on Friday and Saturday, April 24th and 25th. NECANN Boston is a unique [...] cannabis growers in the US and abroad. Both large scale and serious home cannabis growers value a clean crop above all so the Koppert booth is a must-visit while [...] growers who understand the plants and the industry. They’ve dealt with most, if not all of the pest problems that trouble cannabis, including thrips , fungus

• Mealybugs and scales

  reduces flower and fruit production; in ornamental crops, the mere presence of mealybugs is sufficient to render the product unfit for sale. A very small [...] fruit quality and overall yield. Effective control of mealybugs and scales is essential to maintain healthy and marketable crops. Biological control of [...] effective pest management, protect crop quality, and promote sustainable production. Solutions for mealybug and scale control Learn more about What are mealybugs

• An unexpected solution: the story of Fernando Rodríguez and Koppert's predatory mites

  February 17, 2025

  results spoke for themselves," he adds. Today, Fernando not only uses Koppert products in his crops but is also an active advocate for biological control in [...] adopting this model is overcoming the traditional mindset of immediate pest eradication. "In conventional agriculture, a chemical product is expected to eliminate [...] agriculture is both viable and highly effective. "The greatest satisfaction is reaching the end of the season and seeing vigorous, productive fields, while

• Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  July 20, 2020

  predatory mites in these places. This is also where you’ll be able to see whether your strategy is effective or not. If it is, the affected areas won’t grow in [...] want to know whether your IPM strategy is having an effect. Simply take a magnifying glass to quickly see how Spical is doing. Spider mites often develop in [...] advice is to check the status twice a week. But of course, in acute situations, it can’t hurt to do more checks until you’re sure the matter is under control

• Outdoor crops pollination advice

  precaution is necessary to prevent honeybees from being attracted to the sugar water in the bumblebee hives, especially if the main crop is not yet flowering [...] explore practical advice to maximize pollination rates and overall crop productivity. From attracting pollinators to implementing pollination techniques, [...] bees will start pollinating as soon as the flowers open. Ensure that the hive is positioned in the crop immediately after delivery or within one day to allow