• World Soil Day

  December 3, 2020

  and more land is constantly being transformed into urban areas. In these built up areas the soil is sealed with concrete, tiles and tarmac on which nothing [...] symbiotic relationships and interactions with other soil components. Soil is vital for life on earth. It regulates water regimes, carbon emission, ensures the nutrient [...] binding. The future of agricultural soil is not only in the hands of governments or growers. Education has a big impact on our future. We already know what knowledge

• Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths

  June 30, 2023

  different from a caterpillar, as it’s shorter and takes on a streamlined appearance. The skin is wrinkled at the beginning but splits over time and reveals [...] Phase 1: from moth to egg Butterfly and moth females lay eggs, often in groups on the leaves or other parts of plants. Some species separate them; some lay [...] Of some species, a few dozen caterpillars can launch such a vicious attack on a plant within twenty-four hours that it’s no longer possible to salvage it

• Heidi Doering Cited As Integrated Plant Health Expert

  May 18, 2026

  Health . Based in the Netherlands, HortiDaily provides up-to-date information on technology, cultivation, and markets to growers and industry professionals [...] product management. She earned her masters in horticulture at Penn State. Heidi is available to discuss pest problems with growers and offer possible solutions

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 25, 2022

  When tackling a pest such as thrips , it is vital to work systematically. While a whole range of products is available to control thrips , not all products [...] depends on various factors: the crop, the climate, previous experiences, your preference, and statutory requirements. A third predatory mite option is Limonicus [...] introduction of the predatory bug Orius is an important basis in the fight against thrips. But beware: this predatory bug is very sensitive to chemicals. Pupae

• Citripar: user – friendly application and sustainable packaging

  March 31, 2025

  use. While this is a step forward, we continue working toward our goal of developing fully sustainable packaging in the future. Citripar is registered for [...] easy placement of the product in the crop canopy. The new Citripar packaging is made from primarily recyclable materials. It consists of a recyclable cardboard [...] Francesco Bourlot, Category Product Manager at Koppert, shares his thoughts on the new Citripar packaging: ‘With this redesign, we aimed to improve both

• Atheta

  1,000 rove beetles and a 5 L bucket with 5,000 rove beetles. Both packs use peat as a medium. When to use Atheta? Atheta is most effective when introduced [...] establishment. How Atheta works? Atheta is a soil-dwelling species of rove beetle with an aggresive appetite that is attracted to the decomposing of biological [...] have a negative impact on their quality. In case you do need to store Atheta, please follow the instructions below. Koppert B.V. is not liable for any loss

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  crops. The damage caused by chemical plant protection is often underestimated. However, the fact is that some active ingredients - and certainly the excipients [...] means reduced residues on the product. There are legal rules governing the amount of pesticide residues that may be present on a product. These days, however [...] unwanted insects and mites simultaneously. If released preventatively, Swirskii is already in the starting blocks before the problems start. You're fully prepared

• Next generation to lead family business Koppert

  November 18, 2021

  (CSO). ‘The Executive Board is proud to be taking over the leadership of the company. As a family business, we are focused on the long term and think in [...] Pathuis of the biological crop protection company will hand over the reins on 1 January 2022, after which the five other Board members will be in charge [...] above all – to continue to work towards our vision and make a positive impact on agriculture,’ says the future CEO, René Koppert. Paul Koppert, Henri Oosthoek

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 5, 2024

  cucumber grower battling with persistent spider mite infestations when he struck on the idea of a natural enemy for this pest,’ Paul Koppert, former CEO and son [...] hurdles, the predatory mite began to show promise. ‘My father had given up on chemical agents as their effect had diminished. He was very persistent when [...] supermarkets imposed higher requirements for stricter control of chemical residues on fruit and vegetables. This forced growers to look for safe solutions, and

• Podcast with Tech OnDemand: Bill Calkins interviews Jeremy Webber, National Ornamental Team Manager

  December 18, 2024

  the 2024 GrowerTalks BioSolutions Guide . Bill Calkins is widely known as the editor of Tech On Demand, the email newsletter discussing technical topics [...] you’re looking for an interesting listen there’s a two-part episode of Tech On Demand from GrowerTalks Magazine featuring a special guest, Jeremy Webber [...] extremely important topic these days, BioSolutions for crops. Biocontrols are on just about every greenhouse professional’s mind, and more are considering