• Prevention: the most powerful weapon in the fight against Fusarium

  December 13, 2022

  Fusarium often strikes when a crop is weak, but there are also varieties of this fungus that can devastate entire crops, as was the case in banana cultivation [...] this soil-borne fungus can manifest itself in other ways depending on the crop. The best tip we can give growers is that prevention is better than cure [...] prevention essential. Because many Fusarium species and varieties strike when crops are weak, it is essential to ensure that the plant grows well. Other prevention

• Biological Pest Control Poster for Cannabis

  more information. 07-2023 Tailor made solutions for the protection of your crop

• Initial Experiences: Spidex Vital Lives Up to its Promises

  May 24, 2021

  Vital at the start of February. "I have three crops a year," he tells us five weeks later. "As the old crop is always cleared away, I start from scratch [...] problems in this type of crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product." Crop rotation is a critical [...] released, he had a closer look at the crop. "It was clear that the predatory mites were distributed throughout the crop more evenly. I also noticed many P

• Citripar: user – friendly application and sustainable packaging

  March 31, 2025

  Planococcus citri ) and vine mealybug ( Planococcus ficus ) in citrus and grape crops, now features a new packaging designed with the environment and ease of [...] mechanism remains unchanged, enabling easy placement of the product in the crop canopy. The new Citripar packaging is made from primarily recyclable materials

• Koppert Biological Systems present at GreenTech 2018

  May 15, 2018

  & Flower Crops Theatre Koppert is partner of the Crop Pavilion that offers innovative tools and solutions as well as inspiration for new crops and a must-stop [...] must-stop for every grower. Several presentations on how to optimize sustainable crop production and other items will bring you up to date on the latest developments [...] the spotlight’ by Tim Bossinga (13 June 16.00-16.30 hours in Food & Flower Crops Theatre and 14 June 10.30-11.00 hours in TOFF Theatre). ‘Maximizing microbial

• Enjoy multiple benefits against spider mite with Spical

  December 12, 2021

  all the time and enter the crop. The situation can sometimes get out of hand, massively driving up the infestation level in crops that may already be under [...] mites reproduce exponentially, causing the infestation to spread through the crop like an oil slick. The result is yellow leaves that fall off after a while [...] and unsightly webs. This inhibits production in vegetable and ornamental crops and can even render them unsaleable, which can easily cost thousands of dollars

• Koppert Partners with Canadian Ecoation

  June 17, 2019

  the monitoring process of crop health. ‘We want to create sensors together to better detect pests and diseases in various crops’, said sales director of [...] contract on behalf of Ecoation. Koppert is engaged in the business of biological crop protection and for this reason involved in the selection and development [...] monitoring systems to monitor and analyse pests and diseases in various crops. The biological solution company is launching Natutec Scout in September

• Fusarium opens the door to other diseases and pests

  June 27, 2022

  Weak crops are more susceptible to diseases and pests. Drought, stress, and insufficient nutrition can cause a plant to become weak, but aggressive fungi [...] as there wouldn't be any plants otherwise! This natural resilience keeps crops healthy and productive and can be even more effective if growers ensure that [...] soil-borne fungus that excels at breaking down a plant's defenses. Even if a crop manages to maintain its defenses, a Fusarium infection can still cause the

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

  December 1, 2024

  about natural, sustainable pest control solutions for crops. Jeremy is currently the Ornamental Crop Team Manager for Koppert US. Prior to his work at Koppert

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 24, 2022

  you risk disrupting the natural balance within the crop. A choice of predatory mites In ornamental crops, predatory mites are the foot soldiers in the battle [...] Thrips can cause severe problems for growers in many crops. Combating this pest is, therefore, an important focal point in the field of biological control [...] would be most effective within your business depends on various factors: the crop, the climate, previous experiences, your preference, and statutory requirements