• Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  July 20, 2020

  how Spical is doing. Spider mites often develop in hot spots, so you should release extra predatory mites in these places. This is also where you’ll be able [...] able to see whether your strategy is effective or not. If it is, the affected areas won’t grow in size. You’ll still be able to see webs, but the spots won’t [...] standard advice is to check the status twice a week. But of course, in acute situations, it can’t hurt to do more checks until you’re sure the matter is under

• Koppert introduces Natutec Drive

  December 29, 2020

  biocontrol of pests in strawberries in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Germany. Trials on citrus have also started in Spain. Natutec Drive [...] underway in a number of different crops and in a growing number of countries. Optimizing technology "Growers want their employees picking strawberries in the [...] save growers a great deal of time and expense in the future. Tests have conclusively proved its effectiveness in the field and we have a growing number of

• Adapting Quickly Guarantees ‘Tomato Success’

  April 30, 2019

  almost a year. Your focus shifts throughout the cultivation cycle: in the beginning it's on development and prevention, and afterwards on fungi prevention [...] which is most easily done in an empty greenhouse before planting. The Rollertraps catch whiteflies as well as other insects. It's also wise to use parasitic [...] the current cultivation cycle. During the last six weeks before the harvest it is time to start an offensive to ensure that all the dreaded pests are killed

• Get the growers’ guide to biological crop protection

  April 13, 2018

  Knowing and recognizing does exactly what it implies. It empowers you with knowledge about the pest’s lifecycle and its many phases, as well as giving you the [...] find the best sustainable solutions. First published 25 years ago and revised in 2003, the latest edition comprises 443 pages, 700 photographs, and dozens

• Podcast with Tech On Demand: A Biological Approach to Spring IPM, featuring Koppert’s Heidi Doering

  March 7, 2025

  relationships in this regard, and gives her thoughts on Thrips parvispinus—the pepper thrips hitchhiking their way North on tropical plants. It’s a riveting [...] On Demand, the email newsletter discussing technical topics in the horticultural industry. In his companion podcast, he and his expert guest speakers deliver [...] In this week’s episode of Tech on Demand host Bill Calkins discusses spring pest control, integrated pest management , and implementing biocontrol strategies

• Botrytis: ten must-knows

  November 15, 2021

  0°C). The fungus survives on plant parts, bulbs, or in the ground. The spores of the fungus germinate in moist environments or at very high humidity (> 93%) [...] but not too lush growth, ensuring enough air movement in the crop, and disposing of affected parts in a plastic bag. Focusing on plant resilience has a lot [...] conditions are unfavorable, the damage can get out of hand. To avoid this, it's important to know the following 'Botrytis facts'. Botrytis is also called

• Nurturing soil and water for a sustainable tomorrow

  December 5, 2023

  constitute the medium in which plants grow and derive essential nutrients. The role of soil extends beyond being a mere substrate; it regulates water regimes [...] agricultural soil does not solely rest in the hands of governments or growers. Education plays a pivotal role in shaping our future. We already possess [...] hope for a positive change in agricultural practices. Through this collective effort, we can keep the soil alive and safeguard its biodiversity for the prosperity

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  but you are always ready - just in case. Biological control also offers major advantages: advanced investments result in higher productivity and better-quality [...] retain your status as a valued supplier. The requirements in this area are sure to increase further in the future. Always prepared Besides these general advantages [...] is already in the starting blocks before the problems start. You're fully prepared, both for expected infestations and unexpected intruders. In short, the

• Biofungicide that gives soil-borne diseases no chance!

  January 21, 2021

  used in amenity turf. Proven by research Since its development at Cornell University, Trianum has been tested extensively throughout the globe in both [...] there is no chance of pathogens developing resistance to Trianum . It has been used in many countries for many years, and continues to give excellent results [...] and for use in overhead and drip irrigation systems. There is also a granular formulation ( Trianum-G ) to incorporate into your mix, making it the most ergonomic

• Reducing plastic pollution: We celebrate World Environment Day

  June 5, 2023

  Return Programme in the Netherlands Recycling of Montdo-Mite packaging in the Netherlands Collection of hives from growers to produce energy in France At Koppert [...] and highlight our continuous efforts in reduction of our waste, plastic use and fostering sustainable practices in our operations. Plastic pollution poses [...] ecosystems. Plastic pollution in agriculture is a pressing environmental issue that arises from the excessive use of plastic materials in farming practices. Recognizing