• High-tech Insect Production

  January 12, 2021

  consumption. In line with this goal, the construction of the new "insect factory" in Berkel en Rodenrijs fully supports the company’s mission and vision. "We want [...] reflected in the large number of departments – twenty of them in total. Each department can be controlled separately and can function autonomously in terms [...] produced various test set-ups, which resulted in a solution that you won’t find anywhere else in the world." In addition, flexible insect cages have been developed

• Next generation to lead family business Koppert

  November 18, 2021

  formed in the near future. This newly formed supervisory board will assist the board in achieving the ambitions of the family business. With offices in thirty [...] bringing the total number to eight members, in order to transfer responsibilities in a natural way and to safeguard the valuable experience, continuity and [...] the natural balance in agriculture and horticulture,’ says Paul Koppert. ‘What has made Koppert succesful is our pioneering spirit, long-term vision, and

• Sustainability

  challenges, we stand firm in our belief that businesses can bring positive change, with each of our employees playing a vital role in this endeavor. Understanding [...] commitment is outlined in the form of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), a blueprint for global sustainability. We take pride in our contributions [...] contribute to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. Our sustainability vision also includes operational improvements with the aim to become carbon neutral

• Sustainable Development Goals

  Controlling pests and diseases in the greenhouse using predatory mites and wasps; making plants more resilient by using fungi in the soil, and introducing [...] all, directly and indirectly, enabled a significant reduction in the use of chemicals in horticulture and agriculture. We not only fight pests and diseases [...] of people working in horticulture and agriculture, and the health of consumers who have access to residue-free produce. Key SDGs in which we are active:

• Integrated crop management: the key to sustainable business operations

  September 19, 2022

  also helps you to benefit much more from natural enemies above ground. These are insects that occur naturally in and around your crop, including lacewings [...] management systems are playing an ever more crucial role in a business’ ability to produce successfully in the future and achieve their goals. What is integrated [...] Management (IPM). Using natural enemies above and below ground Implementing an ICM system is quite complex and requires a long-term vision. Your soil is your

• Unprecedented Journey for Future Leaders

  July 24, 2018

  horticultural leaders from the Netherlands. In addition, participants will need to work out their own vision on the future of horticulture and the role [...] Jungle Talks, in close cooperation with leading horticultural companies Koppert Biological Systems, Ridder Group and also the Rabobank, is organizing the [...] years old from around the globe, with a minimum of 5 years working experience in a leading position within a future proof producer of ornamentals . The working

• Embracing sustainability brings value

  July 16, 2024

  Drivers of success are not solely economic but also rooted in a broader mission and vision of the company. ‘Sustainability is not just a strategy but a [...] In a world where the health of people and the planet are increasingly intertwined, the role of agriculture is paramount. It's not merely about producing [...] producing crops; it's about fostering a relationship with nature to ensure a healthier, safer, and more productive future. This sentiment echoes through the words

• Pollination Under Artificial Lights

  August 10, 2021

  of hives, the benefits of its ‘Bee vision’ innovation, and influencing factors such as coatings, screens and filters in greenhouses that may inadvertently [...] hives in their greenhouses. Useful illustrations make this manual easy to follow and put into practice. ‘We hope that the guidelines we offer in the manual [...] Beehome ’ system in 2005 which ensured that bumblebees only flew at moments when there was sufficient daylight. The next innovation came in 2010 when Koppert

• No Risks for Employees or for the Environment

  October 22, 2019

  interest in biological crop protection, Plántulas de Tetela started using biological control for sciarid fly in 2003, as chemicals proved inefficient in combating [...] to invest in natural solutions. Even the government still needs to catch up, despite the fact that it should be promoting best practices in agriculture [...] business in Mexico that was founded in 1996 by Federico Martínez Martínez who continues to head up the company today. The company is specialized in the production

• New Packaging

  notoriously difficult material to recycle. In addition to these unfortunate facts, Styrofoam is being banned in many cities and towns. The bans could impact the [...] sensitive organisms in a box made of cardboard with a synthetic fiber lined with plastic inside. This new packaging has been created in partnership with Tryco [...] boxes worked just as well as the Styrofoam boxes. In some cases, they outperformed the Styrofoam packaging in maintaining the required temperature for tran