• Does Swirskii Really Do What it's Intended To?

  June 5, 2019

  treatment isn't effective. But don't panic: after a week, you'll likely see a clear reduction. Using a magnifying glass, you can check whether the predatory [...] before a problem develops, so they're always ready and waiting! Oops, an error occurred! Code: 202604201426357b9c6c18 Event: b16583c9bc2943a49dd97507a9d3575b [...] and decide whether you have released enough. Check twenty leaves. If you see a few walking around on each leaf, you know you're on the right track. Supplementary

• Next generation to lead family business Koppert

  November 18, 2021

  Pathuis of the biological crop protection company will hand over the reins on 1 January 2022, after which the five other Board members will be in charge of [...] Executive Board is proud to be taking over the leadership of the company. As a family business, we are focused on the long term and think in terms of generations [...] core values and – above all – to continue to work towards our vision and make a positive impact on agriculture,’ says the future CEO, René Koppert. Paul Koppert

• New Look Sachet for Spical-Plus

  June 18, 2020

  remain the same. The sachet itself acts as a rearing system for the slow release of predatory mites over a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Spider mite can cause [...] Koppert Biological Systems’ trusted predatory mite product, Spical-Plus , has a new sachet. This beneficial insect has successfully been used for years for [...] cause severe damage in any crops. Neoseiulus californicus is a predatory mite that offers biocontrol for various kinds of spider mite. Spical-Plus can be

• The Importance of Quality at Koppert

  December 3, 2019

  once a week and each batch is checked. “While the standard average egg-laying performance for Phytoseiulus persimilis is 10 eggs per female every 5 days [...] eggs per female norm for a healthy mite was set by the International Organization for Biological Control (IOBC) of which Koppert is a member. The IOBC standard [...] Spidex – quality matters It may be our oldest product, but we continue to spend a great deal of time and effort to ensure that Spidex remains at the top of growers’

• Swirski-Mite Plus, Now in Even Better Shape

  July 2, 2019

  predatory mites will have a ‘new look’ as of 8 July. ‘This successful biological control product containing predatory mites will have a new look that reflects [...] Swirski-Mite Plus is a trusted biological solution from Koppert Biological Systems for the effective control of thrips and whitefly in many crops worldwide [...] the sachet is still the same, but the shape is more elongated and features a new design. The properties and application remain unchanged, and recent tests

• Keep Them Cool!

  August 10, 2021

  Bumblebees need to keep a cool head to be able to function optimally and carry out their valuable pollination work. ‘We go a long way to ensure that growers [...] e on the hive can be great however. A well visible, shady location near the ground in amongst the crop can make a difference of 4-15°C / 39.2-59°F in the [...] limit or prevent these influences.’ The Natupol hives are designed in such a way that the bumblebees are able to influence the microclimate in the hive

• Global awareness of food loss and waste reduction

  September 27, 2021

  growers, and on top of that, promote total plant health and a holistic approach. NatuGro is a perfect example of this. We also improve efficiency and help [...] even less input. Growers get top quality produce that will last longer, with a better shelf life, thus reducing food loss even before it gets to the consumer [...] We keep improving and adjusting to what the market needs and wants. ‘From a Koppert company point of view, reducing waste in general through using recyclable

• International series ‘Plants for Life, Plants to Survive’

  January 22, 2021

  and government reps; in short anyone with a passion for plants and people. Soil health The kickoff session, ‘A healthy plant feeds healthy people’ took [...] This may sound a bit altruistic, futuristic, and too good to be true. But there are plenty of farmers in the world with proof." John Kempf is a grower, an [...] Clapperton is the Principal Scientist, founder and owner of Rhizoterra Inc . and a well-known international lecturer and advocate for practices that promote soil

• Enjoy multiple benefits against spider mite with Spical

  December 12, 2021

  part of a system known as Integrated Pest Management (IPM), an approach that allows you to significantly scale back use of pesticides. This has a range of [...] use any chemical correcting agents – benefits all round. Spider mites are a very annoying pest, and that’s putting it mildly. The mites reproduce exponentially [...] the crop like an oil slick. The result is yellow leaves that fall off after a while, reduced photosynthesis, and unsightly webs. This inhibits production

• Lift Off for Koppert Innovation

  January 14, 2020

  of the Natutec multi-carrier release system have been a success.” The drone has a wingspan of 5 feet, can lift 33 pounds, and accurately disperses beneficial [...] control a range of harmful pests. Although drones have been used in various agricultural applications for some time, Koppert’s latest innovation – a multi-carrier [...] Limonica , Cryptobug-L , and Chrysopa to combat a range of pests such as spider mites and thrips , in a variety of crops. The Natutec Drone will initially