• Increase in Thrips Infestation Demands More R&D

  December 4, 2019

  Thrips Thrips have long been a major threat to crops, but worryingly, the number of species of thrips around the globe is on the increase, and they are spreading [...] that there isn’t yet a biological solution to control every species in every crop. Koppert is, therefore, investing in more R&D in this area. Ornamentals [...] solutions are not immediately available for all species of thrips in all types of crop." Developments in the Netherlands are replicated elsewhere. The situation

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  fungus to get a hold. It’s a sinister interaction. Essentially, a crop is an ecosystem in which all living organisms interact. We capitalize on this system [...] controls Pythium in cucumber Trianum-P improves open field pepper production in Portugal Towards a chemical-free future in agriculture: The vision of grower Koen [...] Horiver sticky trap portfolio Successful biocontrol in potatoes Caterpillars: a growth explosion in the life of butterflies and moths Spot the caterpillar! Ten

• Bayer's New 7.5 Acre Corn Breeding Greenhouse

  March 9, 2020

  members of the Hydroponic Crop Team, attended the event. Additionally, they brought with them, live predatory insects under microscopes to offer a “hands-on” [...] “hands-on” demonstration for the employees of Bayer and the local public. Furthermore, the event was live streamed across the global Bayer network. This event [...] event marked the opening of the most advanced corn breeding greenhouse in North America, if not the world. Koppert Biological Systems is proud to partner

• Once Again Koppert and CABI Collaborate

  October 8, 2018

  security in parts of the world where it was needed most. ‘CABI has a strong presence in Africa and Koppert Kenya and CABI are collaborating in a number of [...] Future. Following the success of an earlier collaboration in Kenya in March this year in which CABI ( Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International [...] part of Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Supporting the establishment of local production facilities of natural enemies to encourage the uptake of biological

• Keep Them Cool!

  July 16, 2018

  at the right level. A protective layer in the bottom of the Natupol box acts as insulation and reduces fluctuation in temperature in the hive. ‘The Natupol [...] effect of the outside temperature on the hive can be great however. A well visible, shady location near the ground in amongst the crop can make a difference [...] The Natupol hives are designed in such a way that the bumblebees are able to influence the microclimate in the hive in the most efficient way. The hive

• More Sustainable Nematode Formulation

  December 28, 2020

  easily notice the change based on the look & feel of the new formulation, except for the bags in the outer box which have a different colour now, namely [...] Capsanem and Scia-Rid . The composition of the carrier material has been entirely changed with a new formulation based on 100% biodegradable formulants. The [...] paste-like, and becomes a gel once water is added … leaves no residue … has the same efficacy! Dissolvability of Nematode Formulations in 1 Liter Water New

• Natural Enemies, Now a Division of Koppert Biological Systems, Inc.

  June 27, 2019

  educate cultivators on the effective use of BCA's (Biological Control Agents). Over the last four years the company blossomed into a leader in its field. Therefore [...] With the explosion of the cannabis market, Koppert US has acquired Natural Enemies; the leader in chemical-free pest management in commercial cannabis [...] industry as a leader in chemical-free pest management. This reputation now supported by Koppert can ensure growers access to Koppert’s line of high-quality

• The various stages of the spider mite

  March 4, 2023

  two different nymph stages in the spider mite. The adult spider mite, i.e., a mite in its fifth stage of development, can vary in color quite considerably [...] y. Adult females are half a millimeter in size, and their bodies are oval in shape. Males are smaller and narrower, with a slightly pointed back. They [...] Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital Spical: The Effective Weapon Against All Types of Spider Mite Spical predatory mite: a true all-rounder

• CEICKOR Celebrates its 15th Anniversary

  March 5, 2020

  techniques. In 2015, the institution took a new step in its history with the creation of the CEICKOR University (CEICKOR University Center, A.C.). An educational [...] Bioloigcal Systems operates in more than a 100 countries all over the world. One of those countries is Mexico, where Koppert has built a reputation for knowledge [...] presented next Friday evening, 6 March 2020 at the Museum of Art of Querétaro. A history of commitment to protected agriculture The Koppert-Rapel Research

• Optimum Conditions for Bumblebees

  April 5, 2019

  n lighting in tomato crops required an adaptation of the Natupol system. Assimilation lamps emit a lot of red light; a color that bumblebees cannot see [...] light, they are reliant on the grow lights in order to find their way around. That is not easy: finding the hive takes a lot of time and the bumblebees [...] are almost literally in the dark. This means that they can spend less time on the job of pollinating. Help with navigation in the greenhouse Ideally,