• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  tries to repair the damage and produces antibodies against the attackers. All this costs a lot of energy, which comes at the expense of the yield. Compare [...] All species of thrips employ the same strategy: they prick the upper cells of a plant and suck them dry. The drained cells then fill with air and take [...] Moreover, the excrement of thrips causes black spots, which naturally also affect the ornamental value. In leeks, thrips mainly cause cosmetic damage: the yield

• Time For A Tune Up

  March 2, 2026

  getting out of control, and any blind spots in the existing IPM program can be promptly found and remediated. Starting with an overview of the crop and current [...] challenges and restore the natural balance of our planet. Founded by cucumber grower Jan Koppert in 1967, the company understands the challenges growers face [...] a good time to call in the experts. Koppert’s Technical Consultant team knows the entire IPM process. Our experts understand all the moving parts—not just

• Ten need-to-know facts about caterpillars

  June 28, 2023

  Paysandisia archon. The name of the butterfly or moth doesn’t always tell you everything about the species’ dietary preferences. For example, the cabbage moth [...] have a 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 [...] over the world. Their preferred place to reproduce is in protected crops – after all, it’s usually warmer inside than outside. The caterpillars of the

• Optimum Conditions for Bumblebees

  August 18, 2021

  You can improve the effectiveness of the bumblebees by making all aspects of their ‘work’ easy and pleasant. We do this by means of the Natupol system : [...] with all kinds of innovations. Horticulture is changing, and the system is changing with it. Amongst other aspects, the increase in the use of assimilation [...] almost literally in the dark. This means that they can spend less time on the job of pollinating. Help with navigation in the greenhouse Ideally, you want

• Natupol - Consistent Quality and Continuous Innovation

  June 10, 2020

  innovation The introduction of natural pollinators into greenhouses since the 80s resulted in spectacular increases in yield and improved quality in tomato [...] n work on arrival. For example, in the United States, the Bombus impatiens , is the bumblebee of choice and is bred in Howell, Michigan. At that facility [...] Koppert’s success lies in the fact that it takes full responsibility for the whole distribution chain. The distribution of bumblebees in different climates

• Long Lasting Protection From Thrips and Whitefly

  August 10, 2021

  Swirski-Mite LD Thanks to the combination of the doubled number of predatory mites emerging from the sachet AND the fact that the product is active for two [...] instead of four. That makes a big difference. While the number of sachets remains the same, you are investing in a constantly larger population of predatory [...] swirskii in your crop with the same number of sachets! More natural enemies give rise to better distribution throughout your crop, resulting in optimum

• Reducing plastic pollution: We celebrate World Environment Day

  June 5, 2023

  during production of monitoring and traps products with Geostick Return Programme in the Netherlands Recycling of Montdo-Mite packaging in the Netherlands [...] Fully compostable cardboard trays of Mirical in France Eco-friendly packaging of Aphytis in Spain Recycled liner of pollination products Plastic waste [...] 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

• Creating a Cleaner Safer Berry

  August 18, 2021

  biological control of harmful pests Natutec Drone Use Natutec Drone for the effective and efficient release of a range of biological organisms in record time [...] carry a wide range of biological products and disperse them with great accuracy and efficacy over 8 hectares in the space of an hour. The high-tech release [...] cost effectiveness has made Spidex an integral part of IPM programs in strawberries and raspberries. In addition to Spidex, Amblyseius californicus ( Spical

• World Soil Day – Soils, where food begins

  December 5, 2022

  Every year, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations holds a ‘World Soil Day’ during which it aims to raise awareness of the importance [...] diseases in a way that does not impact on soil life. In this we are a partner of the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals. Did you know that? 95% of our food [...] practices Protecting the soil-food web Nutrient recycling Opting for biological pest management Adding organic matter to the soil instead of artificial fertilizers

• Tackling Thrips is Always a Puzzle

  August 18, 2021

  on a gerbera flower In the top ten of infestations that lead to sleepless nights, thrips is near the top. Western flower thrips , in particular, occasionally [...] growers only get thrips under control with the use of a lot of chemicals. Others rely entirely on the use of various natural enemies – particularly predatory [...] are various species. These days, the western flower thrips causes the most problems. It pricks cells on the surface of leaves and flowers and sucks them