• High-tech Insect Production

  January 12, 2021

  phase has recently been completed. A lot of preparation went into the project, as Peter Maes explains: "We had lots of sessions and discussions at Koppert. [...] "At macro, we’re growing by more than 10% per year thanks to catalysts such as consumer food safety, sustainability, cultivation intensity, and legislation [...] also a member of the Rainlevelr programme of the Delfland Water Authority. As part of this programme, based on voluntary participation, Delfland informs

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

  February 17, 2025

  strategic partnership Fernando first encountered Koppert in his early years as a producer when he began exploring innovative pest management solutions for [...] biological control in the agricultural community. His experience has served as a testament to other producers seeking sustainable and profitable pest management [...] effectively controlling pest populations. "At first, we made mistakes, such as improper predatory mite application or inadequate monitoring, but over time

• Mite vs. Mite: Controlling Hop Pests Sustainably

  May 11, 2018

  visit Oregon Beer Growler Koppert has solutions for pests found in hops, as well as the expertise consulting that can help in creating a sustainable, integrated

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  May 2, 2018

  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 cyclamen [...] growers to capitalize on nature's innate ability to combat aggressive pests such as thrips , aphids , and spider mites . Natural pest control programs offered

• Pollination Under Artificial Lights

  October 4, 2018

  knowledge As a growing knowledge company, sharing the latest research results and accumulated advice through its more than 200 consultants worldwide, as well [...] best practices with regard to pollination under artificially lit conditions. As one of the world’s biggest breeders of bumblebee species, Koppert Biological [...] the benefits of its ‘Bee vision’ innovation, and influencing factors such as coatings, screens and filters in greenhouses that may inadvertently restrict

• How do you identify a ‘thrips intruder’?

  September 20, 2021

  similar. And relying on the colour alone doesn't provide a solution either, as this varies depending on the ambient temperature and the food source. In this [...] leaf veins, while western flower thrips can often be found in the flower. As stated, only an expert can provide a definitive answer. They take a critical [...] with us and let us help you identify the thrips problem you are dealing with, as choose the best solutions to control it effectively! Contact us

• New Look Sachet for Spical-Plus

  June 18, 2020

  available as of July 20, 2020. The material, content and application of the new Spical -Plus sachet remain the same. The sachet itself acts as a rearing

• Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armored scales

  August 20, 2024

  easy to apply,’ Jenette Douma assures. ‘You need to start introduction as soon as the first armored scales are detected. You apply it in the evening and

• Once Again Koppert and CABI Collaborate

  October 8, 2018

  farmers. Other key areas of intended collaboration between CABI and Koppert as part of the MoU are: The creation of new biological control products identified [...] the benefits of Plantwise plant doctors and the use of biological controls as part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Supporting the establishment of local [...] Director, Peter Maes, said knowledge sharing was valuable to both organizations as it would promote vital food security in parts of the world where it was needed

• Effective Biological Control: Keep a Close Eye on Everything

  April 9, 2019

  control. The use of attractants in this application is aimed at catching as many pests as possible. Fungi and bacteria Recognizing fungi and bacteria is a more [...] however, sticky traps are an essential monitoring tool. Flying insects such as thrips and whitefly are often first seen on the sticky trap. By counting regularly [...] In the case of crop wilting, it is more difficult to determine the culprit, as there can be various causes. And to diagnose a bacterial disease, you really