• Unveiling the Buzz - Outdoor pollination products with a new look from Spring 2024

  January 11, 2024

  n has come to the forefront. Koppert has been a pioneering force for more than three decades, providing innovative pollination solutions to growers cultivating [...] rebranding approaches in Spring 2024, it underscores our dedication to remaining at the forefront of agricultural innovation, equipping farmers with the [...] cultivating outdoor crops. In Spring 2024, we are ready to unveil a fresh perspective on outdoor pollination products; in line with our rebranding initiatives

• Rancho Los Pinos is nature's ally

  Pinos, they have set out to continue implementing policies and technology to minimise environmental impact. This has allowed them to grow and strengthen their [...] learned to produce better, healthier food and nearly eliminate pesticides in tomato and cucumber production. We are very proud of this achievement." At Rancho [...] enabled them to increase the productivity and profitability of their crops. The ongoing collaboration between farmers and Koppert lives up to one of its

• AmericanHort Community Connector Roundtable: Managing Pests, Diseases & Weeds

  February 28, 2025

  invited to participate in AmericanHort’s Community Connector Roundtable: Managing Pests, Diseases & Weeds on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 from 1:00PM to 3:00PM [...] e and business administration at UW-River Falls with Dr Terry Ferriss as her advisor and her masters in horticulture at Penn State. AmericanHort is the [...] for the green industry and works to connect that industry across states and segments, providing members the opportunity to expand their network and resources

• Perfect Potted Hydrangeas for Super-Strict Customers

  December 6, 2019

  the topped plants have to spend at least 1000 hours in a cold store. After that, there is the finishing process before delivery to customers. "IKEA and Albert [...] stringent requirements on crop protection , the company needs to resort to biological control methods to fight pests wherever possible. The most troublesome pests [...] would to me be a better place to start." New issues Consultant Wim van der Meer agrees. "More uniformity would be nice as growers are always having to contend

• Biopar

  2-10/animal Repeat introductions according to tailored advice. Environmental conditions Efficacy is reduced at temperatures below 15°C/59°F and above 38°C/ [...] wasps emerge from the pupal shells, they will start searching for fly pupae to parasitize. After parasitism, wasps of the new generation can be expected [...] Cardboard cylinder: wood-chips. Application Distribute the material in heaps near to the places where the flies pupate and cover with 5-10 cm of straw Make sure

• Natutec Scout Wins GreenTech Innovation Award 2019

  June 11, 2019

  growers the opportunity to act in good time. The dashboard linked to the app is able to generate advice reports and holds the key to further standardization [...] recognition that has been built into the app enabling you to collect data on location without having to physically count the pests or make notes behind a computer [...] sticky traps to identify and count the insects in the crop. The IPM-data is then stored in a central database and offers growers the possibility to carry out

• Release Spical predatory mites as soon as possible!

  February 2, 2023

  as low as possible to ensure the predatory mites are ‘at rest’, consume little energy, and have a comfortable journey. On arrival at your farm, they will [...] for one or two days at most. You must store the packaging horizontally, in a dark place, and at a temperature of no more than 8 to 10°C. Contact our experts [...] active. Be quick It’s important to release them into the crop as soon as possible. After all, the predatory mites have to spend their short lives eating

• Strawberry

  damage to the plants, leading to reduced yields and compromised fruit quality. In addition to pests, strawberry crops are also susceptible to several [...] exhibit flower constancy, meaning they tend to focus on one type of flower at a time before moving on to another plant species. This behaviour enhances [...] strawberry crops, but also contributes to integrated pest management (IPM) practices. The use of bumblebees contributes to sustainable pest control and promotes

• Koppert appoints Hans Peters as Chief Executive Officer

  April 28, 2026

  authentic commitment to helping growers worldwide. I see tremendous opportunities to strengthen our competitive position while staying true to our mission of [...] food systems. Paul Koppert, interim CEO, says: “We are very pleased to welcome Hans to Koppert. He brings valuable experience and a fresh perspective, while [...] together with our global teams.” Hans Peters comments: “I'm honored to join Koppert at this pivotal moment. Koppert has built an incredible foundation over

• A life-long passion for predatory mites

  September 30, 2024

  listening to growers and anticipating their problems is a daily routine at Koppert. It means that a number of factors need to work together. ‘Thanks to our [...] spiders at work. At one stage I even kept snakes and poison dart frogs in my bedroom. Predatory mites happened on my path when I studied biology at the University [...] continuous consultation services, we have managed to stay close to growers for generations. We also stay close to our markets by keeping daily contact with our