• Optimum Conditions for Bumblebees

  April 5, 2019

  effectiveness of the bumblebees by making all aspects of their ‘work’ easy and pleasant. We do this by means of the Natupol system : these hives are equipped with all kinds of innovations [...] system is changing with it. Amongst other aspects, the increase in the use of assimilation lighting in tomato crops required an adaptation of the Natupol

• Koppert appoints Hans Peters as Chief Executive Officer

  April 28, 2026

  Koppert announces the appointment of Hans Peters as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective May 1st, 2026. Hans [...] experience and a fresh perspective, while also understanding the importance of our heritage and long-term vision. As we move into the next phase of our [...] the Supervisory Board. As of July 1st, the Executive Board will consist of: Hans Peters – Chief Executive

• Using Capirel for healthy fruit orchards

  .’ Michel reports that the benefit of using Capirel nematodes is that it can also be used as a preventive treatment [...] is injected into the preparation. And finally, we complete the volume of water to correspond with the quantity of nematodes,’ Michel explains. ‘It’ [...] helps to reduce the pest pressure. I’m proud to spray a solution that’s full of life in my orchard!’ More about Capirel

• Written in GrowerTalks: "BioSolutions for Propagators" by Jeremy Webber

  December 3, 2024

  have on all stages of the propagation process, including stock plants, rooting, and bulking up [...] range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles, using both traditional pest [...] integrated pest management (IPM). For more information about building an effective bioprogram, contact Jeremy at jwebber@koppert.com

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  Trianum-P Trichoderma harzianum T-22 Condition of the Crop the best Indicator of the Effect of Trianum Trianum's Seven Benefits [...] and reduced wastage from sub-standard plants. The unique mode of action means there is no chance of pathogens developing resistance to Trianum [...] is hard on root diseases, but gentle on your plants. The hybrid strain of Trichoderma harzianum forms a physical barrier on the outside of the roots

• Pollination Under Artificial Lights

  October 4, 2018

  practices with regard to pollination under artificially lit conditions. As one of the world’s biggest breeders of bumblebee species, Koppert Biological Systems’ R&D department has gained in-depth knowledge of this pollinator’s behaviour under a wide range of conditions and climates. [...] Lights' gives advice on when to open and close hives, the best placement of hives, the benefits of its ‘Bee vision’ innovation, and influencing factors

• A Hybrid Approach to IPM by Jeremy Webber in GrowerTalks Biosolutions Guide 2025

  May 15, 2025

  . Jeremy also makes an interesting point about the effectiveness of a good mycoinsecticide on thrips , whitefly , and fungus gnats. [...] to greenhouse production has now become mainstream. Biosolutions are top of mind for many greenhouse professionals, and some of the largest greenhouses [...] range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles, using both traditional pest

• New Approach Significantly Reduces Aphids in Soft Fruits

  March 21, 2019

  René’s farms, spider mites and thrips can effectively be controlled with the use of beneficials. Aphids, however, are a [...] and four growers’ locations, including Rene’s, to search for a more effective way of tackling the aphids. Reducing Aphid Levels Through Prevention [...] . Little Hindrance from Aphids At the start of August, the crop of the second cultivation cycle was cleared on René’s farm

• Help! How Does Thrips get Into My Crop?

  May 6, 2019

  limonicus Thripor-I Orius insidiosus Other useful articles Entonem for Effective Control of Thrips in Ornamentals Swirski-Mite: First Aid for Problems [...] plant nursery does not use chemical products with a long-lasting residual effect, it is easier for the grower to build up a population of natural enemies [...] ; a good reason to put weed control at the top of your to-do list!

• Thripex with More Punch - Now Available in Bulk

  January 8, 2019

  per square metre, Koppert now has a product with a higher concentration of predatory mites in a greater volume with less carrier material. This not [...] cucumeris establishes itself in the crop and can control different types of thrips by consuming the eggs and the first larval stage of the pest. This predatory mite also has an effect on other small organisms such as spider mites and tarsonemid mites (e.g.