• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  May 2, 2018

  treated with limited amounts of pesticides and is safe for both employees and prospective customers. Based on their extensive experience, Koppert's knowledgeable [...] provide a useful back-up as it is less sensitive to chemicals, tolerates a lower humidity and has the ability to feed on multiple pests such as thrips and [...] offers a wide range of beneficial organisms allowing growers to capitalize on nature's innate ability to combat aggressive pests such as thrips , aphids

• The top ten pests in roses

  August 18, 2022

  quickly. One upside is that this can quite often be done with natural enemies. Whitefly The name is misleading as this species is not a fly but an insect [...] honeydew on which fungi start to grow. The presence of mealy bugs can significantly affect a product’s ornamental value, even if the population is not yet [...] all the pests mentioned above. However, it is always advisable to take measures at an early stage. This is because it takes a certain amount of time to

• Tomato Disease Top 10 Topped by mildew and Botrytis

  May 30, 2019

  under moist conditions: on wet plants or when the humidity is very high. Wet wounds are also a favourite. Chemical intervention is unavoidable in the event [...] But just like before, prevention is better than cure. In addition to the measures mentioned above, applying sulfur is also a good idea. Keep in mind, however [...] can also be felled by numerous diseases. Which ones strike depends heavily on the circumstances. But every grower must have something in their bag of tricks

• Koppert at IPPS Louisville

  October 1, 2025

  and sessions on propagation and production, in the “home of fast horses, great bourbon, and horticulture.” Among the tour destinations is the beautiful [...] exciting Churchill Downs. Conference sessions include a Day of Plants focusing on Great plants forgotten that should get more attention . Koppert supports

• Koppert's beneficial nematodes: new look and ready for the future

  April 5, 2023

  even pesticide resistance, growers rely on nematodes as a permanent solution for crop protection . That solution is also safe for growers and consumers alike [...] possible, we have put endless efforts into research and development. The result is an innovative nematode spray solution, which acts as an effective alternative [...] make those solutions available to growers everywhere. Nematodes have been on our radar since 1986 as an effective, clean, and safe solution for growers

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  February 17, 2025

  laughs. “That was a lesson in balance—innovation is great, but practicality matters too.” A future built on collaboration One of the key reasons Stolk Brothers [...] Brothers continues to partner with Koppert is the company’s reliability and dedication to growers. “Koppert is more than just a supplier; they’re a partner [...] chemical-free plant is actually the healthier choice. If a predatory mite leaves behind some residue, it’s proof that biological control is working—but consumers

• Koppert Biological Systems present at GreenTech 2018

  May 15, 2018

  GreenTech will be held on 12-14 June 2018 at the RAI Amsterdam, Netherlands. You can Register here for your free visit or click on the registration button [...] realistic and clear vision on how we will feed and green the world by 2028. Inspiring Food & Flower Crops Theatre Koppert is partner of the Crop Pavilion [...] grower. Several presentations on how to optimize sustainable crop production and other items will bring you up to date on the latest developments in the

• The Future of Koppert is Here

  April 19, 2018

  Dutch family company. Koppert is a global specialist in biological crop protection . The new composition allows for more focus on specific areas of operation [...] Paul Koppert. ‘Three of the original board members will stay on to ensure continuity and pass on their valuable experience in leading the company. The new [...] all areas in which the company operates. In addition to the expansion, there is also a shift within the management. Founder Peter Koppert and advisor John

• The How and Why of IPM

  April 4, 2019

  infestation is not the right approach and has too little effect. Plant resilience Plant resilience, (Plant Growth Promotion and Crop Resilience Page) is a critical [...] It's often even better to have the natural enemies on stand-by in the crop, even before there is any problem at all. Only in emergencies should you resort [...] you must have sufficient knowledge of diseases and pests on the one hand and the natural enemies on the other. You also have to continuously monitor how both

• Acadian Plant Health™ and Koppert Join Forces to Expand Biostimulants Access Across the U.S.

  April 3, 2024

  Health ™ is a biostimulant company with a core focus on sustainable, science-based biological solutions for specialty and broad-acre crops. Acadian is committed [...] customers access to Acadian products even faster and provides them with better on-the-ground expert support,” says Candace Azad, Vice President of Business [...] committed to launching patented innovative products, with a focus on regenerative and climate-smart agriculture. Acadian’s world-leading crop science research