• Why We Do, What We Do

  May 4, 2018

  coming to an end. This is why we have to go back to the basic principles and exercise respect for the natural ecosystems. Koppert is continually looking for [...] sustainable health for humans and crops alike, it is necessary to think in terms of systems. Fortunately, this aim is increasingly endorsed by many supply chain [...] l contribution to this worldwide health issue. It is certainly our goal, but most importantly, it is our source of motivation. Our mission statement holds

• Adapting Quickly Guarantees ‘Tomato Success’

  April 30, 2019

  good start to the season is half the battle. The end of the crop rotation circle has become increasingly important, as this is the only opportunity for [...] system. This is why the new season actually starts at the end of the current cultivation cycle. During the last six weeks before the harvest it is time to start [...] newly planted bays. Starting new crops The next step is the preventative hanging of Rollertraps , which is most easily done in an empty greenhouse before planting

• Koppert at IPPS Louisville

  October 1, 2025

  fast horses, great bourbon, and horticulture.” Among the tour destinations is the beautiful, exciting Churchill Downs. Conference sessions include a Day

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

  August 10, 2020

  when it comes to biological crop protection , there is a great deal that is hidden from sight. This is also the case with Trianum, which does all its hard [...] their growth is reactivated much more effectively after a period of inactivity as a result of a heatwave. This demonstrates that Trianum is not only effective [...] nutrients that are difficult to absorb. That's more than enough proof that Trianum is a quiet but hard and efficient worker! Preventative use The value of Trianum

• In Partnership with Nature

  January 2, 2019

  Styrofoam, is established as a human carcinogen? On a more positive note, Styrofoam is currently recyclable, but the Styrofoam recycling market is diminishing [...] new packaging will be gradual and it is expected that there will be a mixture of the two shipping methods. Our goal is to completely switch to the new recyclable [...] Styrofoam per year. That is a yearly saving of 1.43 tons of Styrofoam that will not be produced and stay out of landfills. Styrofoam is harmful to humans and

• Visit Koppert' Ornamental Experts at MANTS 2025, Booth #2149

  December 18, 2024

  from an initial crop overview to gauging what is working, and addressing any problems that remain. MANTS is the premier winter event for the horticulture

• The Spread of Whitefly

  August 14, 2020

  the more moderate side, the tobacco whitefly is in its element in higher temperatures. An adult female is capable of surviving for ten to fifteen days [...] insects prefer to lay their eggs on young leaves well inside the plant, and this is where you tend to find the eggs and young larvae of greenhouse whitefly . [...] will fly to another plant in search of somewhere to lay their eggs. There is also a threat of spread due to an attack from outside the greenhouse. In countries

• Botrytis problems often have company

  December 20, 2021

  initial infection is left weakened. This is an ideal spot for other fungi, such as Fusarium , or bacteria to strike. Hard to identify Botrytis is a necrotrophic [...] the 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 [...] necrotrophic fungus: it lives off dead material. But this dead material is from the host plant cells that the fungus has killed. This creates spaces for other

• Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars

  June 28, 2023

  and moths are found all over the world. Their preferred place to reproduce is in protected crops – after all, it’s usually warmer inside than outside. The [...] The most harmful caterpillars belong to the Noctuidae family (moths), which is also the largest butterfly family. Most moths in this family are active at [...] lot of hair, and they pupate in the ground. Another big cause for concern is the Tortricidae family, known as ‘leaf rollers’ because the caterpillars often

• Initial Experiences: Spidex Vital Lives Up to its Promises

  May 24, 2021

  "As the old crop is always cleared away, I start from scratch each time and have to build up the necessary populations three times. This is always a critical [...] crop, an even better beneficial is always welcome. That was the reason for me to try the new product." Crop rotation is a critical time in cucumber farming [...] " A sense of calm on the farm The increased effectiveness of Spidex Vital is a major advantage for Sjaak van Dijk. "As already mentioned, spider mites