• The Future of Koppert is Here

  April 19, 2018

  up the position of Director Horti. The new roles are much more specific in nature and, together, cover all areas in which the company operates. In addition [...] EN RODENRIJS, THE NETHERLANDS – Koppert Biological Systems has increased the size of its board in response to the projected growth of the Dutch family company [...] stock, made us realize that it was time for change within the top tier of the company’, says CEO Paul Koppert. ‘Three of the original board members will stay

• The Pest is Gone, but What Happened to the Good Guys?

  April 24, 2019

  favorite prey. In the case of predatory bugs used against whitefly , the difference can be as much as a factor of ten! To stimulate the development of [...] intention is to build up a standing army of useful insects or mites in the crop before the pest arrives. This is absolutely essential for pests that develop [...] is essential, as the population would otherwise decline over time. The use of banker plants is also a proven method of maintaining the population. To better

• Enhancing the efficiency of biocontrol applications with Natutec Airobreez

  coverage was essential. With the Airobreez, we’ve accomplished that and more." Located in the Netherlands' Westland region, Labeau specializes in breeding [...] “The Airobreez has transformed our approach to biological crop protection ," says Tim from Labeau in the Netherlands. "Our greenhouse layout and equipment [...] Phalaenopsis orchids as its flagship product. As one of the first adopters of the Airobreez, the company has benefited from this advanced application device

• Transforming crop protection: the rise of predatory mites

  September 17, 2025

  biological control in Spain. The Swirskii breakthrough that changed everything One of his earliest and most impactful projects at Koppert was the introduction [...] marketed as Spical — marking a milestone in expanding biocontrol beyond the greenhouse. In recent years, the team has introduced two more powerful allies: [...] mites now form the backbone of protocols tackling invasive pests like Thrips parvispinus and Scirtothrips in peppers. The power of mites and the role of research

• Koppert Has the Answers at IFTF 2018

  October 18, 2018

  and changes in the sector, such as rising protectionism, the potential impact of Brexit, and the consolidation of breeding companies. New iQ innovation [...] Trade Fair at Vijfhuizen, the Netherlands, from November 7-9. Visitors from all over the world come to the fair to see the latest developments and to [...] Changes in the field of international trade and product innovation will be the focus for Koppert Biological Systems at this year's International Floriculture

• Koppert is Investing in Smarter Scouting

  May 29, 2019

  Application at Koppert ‘The dashboard also provides detailed analyses of the situation in the greenhouse and shows the severity of the infestation, enabling [...] currently in the pre-introduction phase: we are shifting the focus towards other crops and further increasing the number of clients who are testing the app. [...] possible to manually enter sticky trap and crop data in the app. The generated data will then be displayed in an online dashboard. This dashboard is based on

• How a little predatory mite laid the foundation for biocontrol today

  June 5, 2024

  that’s in our genes. The commitment to finding solutions for growers – it was our driving force in the past, still is today, and will be in the future [...] of the predatory mite, my father began to show some success. Jan Koppert led the way ‘The company was set up by my father and my brother Peter in 1967 [...] location to start Operating from the largest vegetable and flower cultivation area in the Netherlands, the Westland offered the company a ready market – almost

• A turning point in Almeria: how predatory mites helped transform agriculture

  April 16, 2025

  biological control was only for the high-tech greenhouses in the north of Europe. Not for us. ” But things changed. And Koppert was at the heart of that t [...] Back in the late 1990s, the idea of growing vegetables without chemicals in southern Spain seemed almost impossible. “ At that time, there was only one [...] ahead of the game ’. The crisis that changed everything The turning point came during the 2006-2007 season. Supermarkets across Europe, especially in Germany

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  colonies thrive in low temperatures: Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring they catch the morning sun. Make [...] inside or around the hive to incubate the brood. It's crucial to protect the brood during such conditions to avoid damage Keep in mind that the impact of climate [...] Make sure the hive is in a sheltered environment. Sunlight exposure Position the hives on the side that receives the most sun during cold periods, maximizing

• An unexpected solution: the story of Fernando Rodríguez and Koppert's predatory mites

  February 17, 2025

  cultivation in the region, instilled in him from the value of hard work, but also warned him about the challenges of the industry. Despite the difficulties [...] Growing up in the fields of San Quintín, Baja California, Fernando Rodríguez Borrego was immersed in the world of agriculture. His family, pioneers in strawberry [...] farmers in the region. "Many colleagues began noticing the system's effectiveness and wanted to try it in their crops. Some successfully made the transition