• Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal

  February 9, 2024

  With mechanization, it is very important that all plants reach the end of their cycle with a high level of plant health and vigor so that the harvesting [...] a doubt, it is a product with a lot of potential for pepper cultivation,' says [...] and organoleptic characteristics of the variety, free of pests and diseases

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 19, 2024

  Crop Protection Crop Monitoring and Scouting What is Biological Control? The Benefits of Integrated Pest [...] are facing many challenges, constantly adapting to changing conditions. One of these challenges is managing pest and disease pressure while maintaining [...] in control of their moment of harvest, maximizing yield and quality.

• Experts Needed for International Plant Health, Agriculture & Biosciences Conference in The Netherlands

  December 19, 2019

  health and the future of sustainable horticulture and agriculture. Creating awareness [...] a poster. There are four conference tracks covering a wide range of topics: [...] are also welcome to submit a proposal for a panel of 3 to 5 speakers. PHAB 2020 is also working with

• Koppert appoints Hans Peters as Chief Executive Officer

  April 28, 2026

  Unilever, NS and Eneco, and most recently served as CEO of Priva. Hans has developed a [...] are very pleased to welcome Hans to Koppert. He brings valuable 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 development, with

• WARNING: Bumblebees – Keep them Cool this Summer!

  July 2, 2019

  number of pollination hours, and it positively influences the lifespan of a colony. [...] to take two pallets and form an 'A' frame type of structure above the hive, as can be seen in the [...] and wide enough for the Quad to fit into. On top of that is placed a shade

• IPM: The Path to a Successful Approach

  April 23, 2019

  Clean with an IPM Based Program The How and Why of IPM The Benefits of Integrated Pest Management A system for sustainable [...] started? We'll tell you what you need to know to get started! Fortunately, a lot of experience and knowledge about IPM has already been gained. A thorough [...] of your customers? Call in help: a consultant you trust and who is well versed

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  April 16, 2025

  in action Koppert’s predatory mite, Swirski-Mite , quickly proved to be a game-changer. “ It worked against both thrips and whitefly - two of our [...] versatility and efficacy. “ They reproduce quickly, they’re cost-effective, and there’s a [...] works very well against it. Because of our research, we could act quickly—test, reproduce, and deliver a solution

• Aphids—Go Time Appears in GrowerTalks Magazine

  February 25, 2025

  Aphids Hemiptera USA - distributors Crop Monitoring and Scouting What is Biological Control? Effective Biological Control: Keep a [...] season. Jeremy Webber rose through several New England production facilities, and was Director of Operations for a large perennial wholesale nursery. He’s shipped a wide range of perennials, shrubs, annuals, and edibles, using both traditional

• Plant Pollinator interactions in high temperatures

  of more than 30° C for a couple of hours has a negligible effect on pollination [...] at night. Hot is more than just the environmental temperature: Impact of radiant heat and humidity A glasshouse air temperature of 30° C at a humidity [...] in warm climates, this is typical of summer plantings. A combination of high light and low humidity forces the

• FAQ Nematodes

  of a lot of insects. Are all nematode species harmless? No. Plant pathogenic [...] will sink to the bottom and die of oxygen deficiency. Therefore, a suspension must always be kept in [...] the growth of the bacteria and nematodes. In case of Heterorhabditis pink-reddish and