• 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 [...] environmental issues and promote positive change. In the context of this year’s theme "Beat Plastic Pollution," we are aiming to raise awareness about the issue [...] and highlight our continuous efforts in reduction of our waste, plastic use and fostering sustainable practices in our operations. Plastic pollution poses

• New Facilities for Koppert Canada

  December 20, 2018

  success in the many years to come and we are thrilled to have such great partners. Koppert Canada officially opened their new local facility in Leamington [...] as it has a high density of greenhouse operations in this region. ‘Making a substantial investment in this region marks our commitment to our customers [...] building marks a culmination of 25 years of continuous growth and expansion in Canada. Koppert Canada’s General Manager, Sherry Shaw, welcomed Koppert Board

• Advanced biocontrol of spider mite with Spidex Vital

  February 3, 2021

  caused by pigments that are part of spider mites . Spidex Vital mites are white, but after consumption of spider mites, the pigments are absorbed and Spidex [...] Predatory mites in more different stages of development prolong and dramatically increase their effect on spider mite infestations. For growers in the USA, the [...] start laying their eggs on release. Formerly, they first needed to feed in the field in order to develop their eggs. Because they start depositing their eggs

• Embracing sustainability brings value

  July 16, 2024

  In a world where the health of people and the planet are increasingly intertwined, the role of agriculture is paramount. It's not merely about producing [...] us all.’ Sustainability brings value Drivers of success are not solely economic but also rooted in a broader mission and vision of the company. ‘Sustainability [...] at driving meaningful change. ‘We have already made huge strides and are moving in the right direction, but this journey now needs to gather momentum to

• 4 key benefits of biological crop protection

  March 18, 2024

  flexible in harvest allows growers to respond to shifts in demand, ensuring that crops are harvested and available when market conditions are most favorable [...] demands, and regulations. By applying biocontrol solutions, growers are more flexible in adapting their harvesting schedules based on labor availability, [...] Growers nowadays are facing many challenges, constantly adapting to changing conditions. One of these challenges is managing pest and disease pressure

• Phil Gerry Featured On Fall IPM Podcast

  July 5, 2025

  lead grower for large nurseries and greenhouses in the Northeast and Northwest before joining Koppert in 2021, and brings a wealth of practical knowledge [...] the topic of managing some of the most troubling pests in garden mum and poinsettia production. In the episode, host Bill Calkins and Phil discuss the spring [...] Demand , the email newsletter discussing technical topics in the horticultural industry. In his companion podcast, he and his expert guest speakers deliver

• Quality is Key at Koppert!

  October 14, 2019

  conditions. The mites are regularly checked for possible contamination and counts are carried out. Once the batch is approved, they are moved from the climate [...] partners across the world are carefully selected and given very specific expedition instructions. Even the way in which the trucks are loaded is specified. [...] , the orders are checked for any signs of deviation from the high standards that Koppert sets. Log tags are read, and quality checks are carried out according

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  August 18, 2021

  required if thrips are to be brought under control. A small spot with thrips can become a real infestation in no time! The temperature in particular determines [...] temperature it is, the more active the thrips are and the faster they multiply. This is why the insects feel so at home in a warm greenhouse. Other factors also [...] western flower thrips is even capable of doubling within just four days! Thrips are extremely tenacious and demand a great deal of determination from growers

• World Food Day 2021

  October 15, 2021

  World Food Prize in 2019. Land of connections - Resilience Food Stories In this video Sjoerd Wartena tell us how he started a goat farm in France and underwent [...] with Simon Groot - a pioneer in seed breeding - and how he and his company, East West Seed, encouraged small-scale farmers in South East Asia to use quality [...] underwent a metamorphosis in lifestyle by living off the land and sharing knowledge. He started the Terre de Liens in 2003 to buy farms for a growing community

• World Soil Day – Soils, where food begins

  December 5, 2022

  for chemical agents to combat pests and diseases in a way that does not impact on soil life. In this we are a partner of the UN’s Sustainable Development [...] food security and sustainability around the world. When soils are degraded and nutrients are not replenished they lose their capacity to nurture life. What [...] health and ensuring food security. We at Koppert are fully aware of this and endeavor to promote healthy soils in which healthy crops and biodiversity can thrive