• Predatory mite pioneers: A journey of biocontrol innovations

  October 21, 2024

  Almería, Spain, forced a shift from conventional to biological crop protection methods. “Growers urgently needed a solution to a difficult-to-control thrips species [...] species to emerge and spread rapidly,” says Peter. “We see it as our responsibility to find solutions to those challenges as quickly as possible to help prevent [...] Koppert looked to its Ulti-Mite solution for a swift response. “We were the first and remain the only company to offer an alternative to paper sachets for

• Using Casea for a healthier and safe asparagus

  introduced to the plants as the soil is wet and the solution penetrates better. ‘This product is very easy to apply. In addition, it was a huge advantage [...] Koppert is a pioneer when it comes to the selection and breeding of beneficial nematodes for the biological control of many pests. Having introduced them [...] since 1986, steps have recently been taken to apply them successfully in a broad spectrum of agricultural crops. A growing number of farmers are now using

• Less use of chemical pesticides due to Natutec Scout

  Scout is a scouting tool for crops designed for accurate pest monitoring and real-time notifications. A crop scouting tool can contribute to making the [...] This is why we not only conduct a weekly count of all sticky traps but also engage everyone working in the greenhouse to remain alert for pests such as [...] crop scout app for a considerable time now, yielding positive outcomes. ''Scouting is more efficient, simple and clearer compared to previous methods. The

• 50 Years of Experience and a lot of R&D Efforts

  November 14, 2019

  50 years. It all started when cucumber grower Jan Koppert and his son Peter decided to dedicate themselves to finding an alternative method to crop protection [...] with growers to develop a customized program specific to their soil conditions, production cycle and other factors. They help with planning (up front) of [...] protection . Nowadays, we provide our biological solutions to more than 100 countries worldwide for a wide range of crops; including strawberries , cannabis

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

  August 18, 2021

  plants is also a proven method of maintaining the population. To better understand how to keep your standing army, standing, contact a local Koppert consultant [...] their favorite pest to survive. When it is no longer present, they fly or walk around in search of new food. If they don't find it, they will eventually [...] generally have a short life span. So they just disappear. How quickly this happens varies by species. Parasitic wasps are fragile and often only live a few weeks

• Windset Farms® Partners with Koppert to Showcase Sustainable Pest Management Practices

  September 10, 2025

  10th, 2025 As interest in how food is grown continues to rise, WINDSET FARMS® has partnered with Koppert Biological Systems to launch an engaging digital [...] complex biological systems to life in educational and approachable videos shared on social media platforms. “Our customers want to know more than ever about [...] sustainability and how their food is grown,” said Randi Church, Marketing Manager at Windset Farms. “Our partnership with Koppert shares how science and nature

• GreenGuard by Dümmen Orange: For A Sustainable Chain

  November 6, 2018

  inspired Dümmen Orange to set a brand-new course just a few years ago. Modernizing cultivation and markets Dümmen Orange has a total of 20 branches, 7 [...] and a turnover of 355 million euros (about $405 million), making them a giant in the global ornamentals sector. Driven by their ambition to be a leader [...] the company made sustainability a key focus area in its business operations a few years ago. Koppert was contacted to help them achieve this. The two companies

• Reducing our CO₂ footprint, one bottle at a time

  August 5, 2025

  saves up to 39% in CO₂ emissions compared to the earlier virgin plastic version. It’s a meaningful change that adds up quickly across our portfolio. To ensure [...] recycled material. We are taking early steps to meet that target. Together with our trusted supplier Houweling, we’ve developed a more sustainable version [...] Packaging. ‘ As part of our roadmap to improve packaging sustainability, we are also aiming to developing mono-material solutions to improve recyclability, reducing

• Limonica: breakthrough in large-scale production of a complex predatory mite

  October 6, 2025

  demands on its living environment. It does not tolerate disturbances, needs space, and only accepts the best food. It is a diva. And that makes its production [...] adjustable, and we are ready to support growers worldwide with this powerful, natural solution. Limonica has everything it takes to become an established player [...] insect pests, but is considered one of the most difficult species to produce. Thanks to a combination of in-depth knowledge, technical breakthroughs, and

• Want to know whether Spical will be effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  December 13, 2022

  numbers able to grow so explosively, you'll definitely want to know whether your IPM strategy is having an effect. Simply take a magnifying glass to quickly [...] this isn't such a problem for vegetable crops, it can lead to a loss of sales value for ornamental crops. However, if the crop continues to grow well after [...] you'll be able to see whether your strategy is effective. If it is, the affected areas won't grow in size. You'll still be able to see webs, but the spots