• Koppert Launches NatuGro System for California Strawberry Growers

  August 5, 2021

  recently announced the introduction of its new NatuGro System in the California strawberry market. NatuGro features a proprietary combination of micro-organisms [...] by up to 10 percent. The three components of the NatuGro System are: Micro-organisms, such as Trichoderma harzianum T-22 (under the brand name TRIANUM ) [...] Build Bigger Profits from the Ground Up with the NatuGro System Koppert Biological Systems, a leading provider of safe, natural solutions for improving

• Koppert appoints Hans Peters as Chief Executive Officer

  April 28, 2026

  transition period of two months, Paul Koppert and Henri Oosthoek will return to their roles on the Supervisory Board. As of July 1st, the Executive Board [...] most recently served as CEO of Priva. Hans has developed a genuine passion for the agriculture sector, driven by the unique mix of innovation, entrepreneurship [...] perspective, while also understanding the importance of our heritage and long-term vision. As we move into the next phase of our development, with a stronger

• How to protect bumblebees in cold

  : Warmth is key Place the hives in the warmest part of the tunnel/greenhouse, ensuring they catch the morning sun. Make sure the hive is in a sheltered [...] 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 [...] during the winter months, bumblebees face challenges in surviving the cold conditions to maintain their productivity. We understand the importance of creating

• Reducing plastic pollution: We celebrate World Environment Day

  June 5, 2023

  products with Geostick Return Programme in the Netherlands Recycling of Montdo-Mite packaging in the Netherlands Collection of hives from growers to produce [...] 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 [...] excessive use of plastic materials in farming practices. Recognizing the urgency, one of our sustainability missions is to work towards zero waste while using

• Optimum Conditions for Bumblebees

  August 18, 2021

  ensure that the bumblebees can do their work as effectively as possible, the conditions must be optimal. You can improve the effectiveness of the bumblebees [...] making all aspects of their ‘work’ easy and pleasant. We do this by means of the Natupol system : these hives are equipped with all kinds of innovations. H [...] Horticulture is changing, and the system is changing with it. Amongst other aspects, the increase in the use of assimilation lighting in tomato crops required

• Pollination checklist Growing lights

  pollination. The sun activates the bumblebees 09:00 08:00 Keep the hives closed during one day of snowfall. If possible, remove the snow from the roof. 07:00 [...] sure the hives are not overheated by the lamps and other means, or by the sun in spring and late autumn. The later the lights are turned on, the more [...] connecting the transmitter to the climate computer. Heat Do not turn the lights on before midnight Screens and filters Place the Natupol hive with the WBH

• Whitefly

  fatter, and the cuticle hardens. The growth of hairs on the insect depends on the leaf: the longer the hairs on the leaf, the longer the hairs on the insect [...] found on the underside of young leaves where they lay their eggs. If the plant is shaken, the adults fly up, and then return to the undersides of leaves [...] words, the larva adapts itself to the structure of the leaf on which it lives. On very hairy leaves, the larva can sometimes become deformed if the growth

• Knowing & recognizing

  photographs, and dozens of illustrations of the most prevalent pests, diseases and their natural enemies. This book provides the reader with the necessary information [...] giving you the ability to recognize the pest or disease you are up against by means of detailed illustrations and close-up photographs. The knowledge gained [...] gained will equip you to find the best sustainable solutions. First published 25 years ago and revised in 2003, the latest edition comprises 443 pages

• Diglyphus isaea

  particularly the serpentine leafminer ( Liriomyza trifolii ). The female wasp deposits her eggs inside the larvae of the leafminer, where the emerging larvae [...] usually pupates in the mine some distance from the dead host. Pupal stage: The pupa lies between the upper and lower epidermis of the leaf which are held apart [...] Adult stage: The appearance of the adult is already clearly visible. Pupae are often visible through the leaf. The parasitic wasp escapes from the mine by making

• Looking Back at NECANN Boston 2025

  April 30, 2025

  England for the NECANN Boston 2025 cannabis show. It was good to get out of the greenhouses and circulate among the cannabis growers. NECANN is a hub of activity [...] appreciate a consultant who walks the fields with them, listens to the problems from the staff, and looks the grower in the eye when discussing possible solutions [...] number of approaches in the automation of counting those trapped insects. Lots of questions involved sachet styles and distribution. A number of growers