• Koppert Meets American Secretary of Agriculture

  January 29, 2020

  Secretary of Agriculture is of great value to us and an important step towards cooperation with the local government with the aim of easing the authorization [...] n processes of sustainable products on the American market." The message of René Ruiter for the Secretary of Agriculture was clear: "We need your help [...] given the opportunity to present their organization during this visit. René Ruiter gave a brief explanation in the experimental garden about the application

• The nematodes are doing their job

  December 14, 2020

  which is a good indicator that the treatment has been effective! The level of damage to your crop is also a good indicator of whether or not the nematodes [...] proving effective. When a nematode attacks a caterpillar or larva, a dramatic scene will ensue; the host is eaten from the inside out. The bacteria start by [...] liquefying the innards, and then the nematodes slurp up the contents. At the end all that is left is the shell, which is why you will see the caterpillar

• The top ten pests in roses

  August 17, 2022

  A crop of roses is a delicious treat for many species of insects and mites. Fortunately, crops that grow well naturally have a certain level of resilience [...] prepared for the main threats. Thrips and spider mites are right at the top of the list! Thrips Various types of thrips exist, but they all employ the same strategy: [...] Caterpillars are the larvae of butterflies and moths. They can feed on large amounts of leaves, causing damage to the crop in this way. The species of caterpillar

• Nodokare: The New Standard in Biostimulants

  information, expert advice, or want to make a purchase, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Contact us now to discover how Koppert's [...] optimize growth, and care for the ecosystem. From the field to your farm, Koppert delivers solutions you can trust, today and into the future. NodoKare Plant [...] Consistency NodoKare delivers reliable performance through a pure Ascophyllum nodosum extract and a proprietary alkaline process that ensures more active compounds

• Acadian™: The Gold Standard in Biostimulants

  clogging. A Deeper Understanding of Soil Health Get Expert Guidance Ready to experience the power of Koppert's solutions for your crops? Take the first step [...] information, expert advice, or want to make a purchase, our team is here to support you every step of the way. Contact us now to discover how Koppert's [...] optimize growth, and care for the ecosystem. From the field to your farm, Koppert delivers solutions you can trust, today and into the future. Acadian Ask your

• Keeping thrips under control: plenty of options!

  July 24, 2022

  disrupting the natural balance within the crop. A choice of predatory mites In ornamental crops, predatory mites are the foot soldiers in the battle against [...] example, the simultaneous use of different species of predatory mites is not a good idea. Also, if chemicals are necessary, be sure to tailor them to the biological [...] perfect for the job. For example, there are parasitic nematodes such as Steinernema feltiae . Or a product like Isarid ; when the spores of the fungus Isaria

• Guarantee a Flying Start to Great Pollination

  August 18, 2021

  maximize the benefits of your investment. Koppert QUAD pollination units are equipped with “bee-home” doors which allows growers to collect the workers [...] workers in the unit and safely remove the bees from the field when chemical applications are necessary. Koppert’s technical staff are readily available to answer [...] contains four large bumblebee colonies enclosed in a weather-resistant outer unit. Quad units are designed with the appropriate ventilation and insulation required

• Got Mealybugs? Here’s The Solution.

  July 11, 2025

  winters are warm, they are a year-long problem. In the North, where winters are cold, they become a problem as soon as the weather starts to warm up in spring [...] clean up a plant in as little as 15 minutes after they are applied, chasing mealybugs into the nooks and crannies of dense crops. If, down the road, some [...] normal, as the spores multiply inside their bodies, splitting their exoskeletons and spreading the spores to other victims. A little bit goes a long way

• Thrips Can Get Out of Hand Quickly!

  August 18, 2021

  how quickly the problem spreads: the higher the temperature it is, the more active the thrips are and the faster they multiply. This is why the insects feel [...] (it varies a bit depending on the species of thrips). And under optimum conditions, a population of western flower thrips is even capable of doubling within [...] phalaenopsis A quick response is required if thrips are to be brought under control. A small spot with thrips can become a real infestation in no time! The temperature

• Thrips: a tiny pest with big consequences

  February 2, 2023

  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 on a silvery [...] All this costs a lot of energy, which comes at the expense of the yield. Compare it to a developing flu virus in your own body: it takes so much energy to [...] cause deformed fruits. But the leaves are fair game, too, with many species of thrips attacking this part of the crop. This can be a major problem, especially