• Earth Day 2022: Koppert’s ongoing investment in the planet

  April 21, 2022

  Controlling pests and diseases in the greenhouse using predatory mites and wasps; making plants more resilient by using fungi in the soil, and introducing [...] directly or indirectly, enabled a significant reduction in the use of chemicals in horticulture and agriculture. We not only fight pests and diseases, [...] world’s food security and safeguarding the environment and biodiversity. On the operational side, Koppert has actively reduced or compensated for its use

• Condition of the Crop the best Indicator of the Effect of Trianum

  August 10, 2020

  better, have greener and firmer leaves, and are more vital. Leaf and fruit analyses also show that treated plants contain more sugars and more mineral nutrients [...] effectiveness time and time again. These active Trichoderma harzianum T-22 fungi colonize the roots of the plant and keep pathogens at bay. And that's not all: [...] proof becomes apparent above the ground: a strong and vital crop! We often assess the success of a strategy or application based on what we can see. But when

• At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly

  August 18, 2020

  Predatory mites and parasitic wasps are just two examples of predators that are particularly fond of whitefly , but predatory bugs and predatory beetles [...] whitefly. Predatory mites Amblyseius swirskii and Amblydromalus limonicus These predatory mites feed on the eggs and young larvae of the whitefly . They also [...] whitefly. Predatory mites survive by eating other pests and pollen. Parasitic wasps Encarsia formosa and Eretmocerus eremicus Encarsia formosa is particularly

• Rhyzobug – ready to deal with armored scales

  August 20, 2024

  ornamentals , and avocado. Armored scales suck cell sap in fruit trees and berries that eventually result in defoliation and the dying back of twigs or larger [...] adults and larvae predate on armored-scale insects Easy application Rhyzobug has a wide host range and predates on the oleander scale, rose scale, and Californian [...] larger branches. To prevent this, Rhyzobug can be applied both in greenhouses and in outdoor crops to control a wide range of harmful scale insects. Product

• Properly scouting for spider mite helps to avoid surprises

  July 5, 2022

  outbreak requires rapid action, and the earlier you deal with it, the better. This requires you to be constantly alert, and proper scouting is crucial. Using [...] spider mite, often drier and warmer spots. Spotting a spider mite attack is not complicated. The webs are particularly obvious, and when you spot those, the [...] If you then start to see little dots crawling around, you’ve seen enough and there’s no doubt that you have spider mite. Dormant period Please note that

• The use of Swirski-Mite brings great advantages!

  December 13, 2022

  active ingredients - and certainly the excipients - are toxic to plants. They inhibit enzyme processes, damage the waxy layer, and can lead to visible damage [...] supermarkets and other buyers often go a step further than the legal requirements. They might set a requirement of much lower levels, for example, or limit the [...] offers major advantages: advanced investments result in higher productivity and better-quality crops. The damage caused by chemical plant protection is often

• Finish Clean with an IPM Based Program

  August 10, 2021

  the plant and cause great harm. These chemicals have been banned in many countries because of the harm they inflict on people, the planet, and many types [...] used in certain scenarios – this is not an “All or Nothing” approach Many growers report a crop that grows and finishes faster – less stunting from repeated [...] are used as a highway for nutrients to the plant to help promote strength and growth of the plant. To make a prize winning Poinsettia, Koppert Biological

• Unveiling new packaging designs for Horiver sticky trap portfolio

  January 8, 2024

  After the successful rebranding of our natural enemies, microorganisms, and pollination products during the first half of 2023, it is now our sticky trap [...] ng pattern that incorporates a zoom-in effect, emphasizing the capturing and monitoring functionalities of the product. 'The transparent upper part in [...] Horiver in the market, focusing on the highest efficacy, user friendliness and extended performance. As our Rollertraps fit perfectly into the sticky trap

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  ts and to be inspired by experts and exhibitors. IFTF The IFTF is the world's most important trade exhibition for international flower growers and buyers [...] trends and changes in the sector, such as rising protectionism, the potential impact of Brexit, and the consolidation of breeding companies. New iQ innovation [...] buyers and has attracted exhibitors from 116 countries this year. In cooperation with Union Fleurs, HPP Exhibitions and Hortipoint, there will also be an

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  insect, and there are various species. These days, the western flower thrips causes the most problems. It pricks cells on the surface of leaves and flowers [...] to hibernate in the soil or substrate, meaning they can strike very early in the spring. Quick response to early outbreaks and doing all you can to prevent [...] flowers and sucks them dry. This causes silver-grey spots on the leaves, which are very characteristic of thrips. Brown dots can often be seen on flowers. The