• The Future of Koppert is Here

  April 19, 2018

  non-executive board members, are now taking place on the Advisory Board. Ready for the future ‘Our rapid growth and the need for specific divisions like Horti [...] global specialist in biological crop protection . The new composition allows for more focus on specific areas of operation. The original board that includes [...] and René Ruiter will take up the position of Director Horti. The new roles are much more specific in nature and, together, cover all areas in which the company

• Global awareness of food loss and waste reduction

  September 29, 2021

  quantities are also wasted in retail and at the consumption level. In the case of fruits and vegetables, more than 20% is lost. At Koppert, we are well aware [...] food production plays in promoting food security and nutrition in the fight for Zero Hunger and against Climate Change. Globally, more than 14% of food produced [...] is Greenhouse Vegetable Consultant, Ron Delissen: ‘As an end-consumers we are all part of the problem as well as part of the solution when it comes to food

• Beneficial Nematodes against Horticultural Pests

  and Heterorhabditis bacteriophora (and other species/strains are being researched). They are selectively applied to combat a significant variety of pests [...] conventional pesticides, to manage pests that are extremely difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. 03-2023 [...] than a millimeter, so cannot be seen with the naked eye. As small as they are, they play an important role in the biological control of many pests, keeping

• Target pests of beneficial nematodes in potato & outdoor vegetables

  biological control of many pests. Even more for pests that are difficult to control and where chemicals fail or are simply not available anymore. Beneficial [...] g new possibilities. Contact your local Koppert contact for more info. Always check label for full technical advice! 12-2022 Part of the IPM toolbox Nematodes [...] presence confirmed before sowing (monitoring recomended) - Non tillage fields are more susceptible. Repeat every 7 to 10 days, to cover the risk period. Soil

• Finish Clean with an IPM Based Program

  August 1, 2018

  barely sticking out of the soil. The soil blankets the roots which are used as a highway for nutrients to the plant to help promote strength and growth of the [...] works its way to the foliage, and helps to monitor for invasive pests throughout the growing cycle. There are many definitions that explain what Integrated [...] policies that eliminate the use of neonictinoids on these plants. Neonictinoids are harsh chemicals that growers spray on their plants to terminate pests that

• Once Again Koppert and CABI Collaborate

  October 8, 2018

  Koppert's Mission for a Sustainable Future. Following the success of an earlier collaboration in Kenya in March this year in which CABI ( Centre for Agriculture [...] their families. Under the new agreement, more training is also envisaged for Plantwise* ‘plant doctors’ who give advice on integrated pest management to [...] areas of intended collaboration between CABI and Koppert as part of the MoU are: The creation of new biological control products identified by CABI Raising

• Heidi Doering Cited As Integrated Plant Health Expert

  May 18, 2026

  plant experts of the day regarding ornamental IPM, Heidi has worked for Koppert for the past decade. Her broad range of experience includes greenhouse [...] nature of the adoption curve—the rate at which biological or hybrid systems are being adopted by growers, and the evolution toward Integrated Plant Health

• Designed with growers in mind

  February 22, 2023

  chain. For example, the datamatrix 2D barcode identifies the specific batch of a product. A QR code helps you navigate the product webpage directly for full [...] mission and values. The Koppert' K' is designed to aim forward: we are always looking ahead for new sustainable solutions. In addition, the symmetry symbolizes [...] branding After introducing our new corporate branding in January 2022, it's time for the next phase. Over the coming months, we will be introducing our new product

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

  June 27, 2019

  core values. “One of our core values is that ‘we work for growers’ and with this joint venture we are confident that we can provide our clients with even [...] high-quality products as well as Koppert’s vast knowledge in horticulture. “We are very excited and grateful that the Natural Enemies team has joined Koppert [...] service and educating growers about the benefits and the patience needed for development of a successful IPM ( integrated pest management ) program. Koppert

• Phil Gerry Featured On Fall IPM Podcast

  July 7, 2025

  . Phil is a Technical Sales Consultant for the Northeast Region, covering six states. He was a lead grower for large nurseries and greenhouses in the Northeast [...] discuss the spring production season and then focus on IPM for crops produced in summer for fall and holiday sales. Phil explains the importance of un [...] biological controls and traditional chemistries, defining what success looks like for the greenhouse or nursery before integrating biocontrols, and starting slowly