• Natural Enemies, Now a Division of Koppert Biological Systems, Inc.

  June 27, 2019

  will be to take what they have developed and work jointly to expand it,” Ryan Hill, General Manager of Koppert USA. Ryan Hill further detailed how this [...] MI. July 1, 2019– Koppert Biological Systems, Inc. is thrilled to announce it has gained a new partner in their ongoing partnership with nature; Natural [...] cannabis industry as a leader in chemical-free pest management. This reputation now supported by Koppert can ensure growers access to Koppert’s line of

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  November 8, 2024

  effective to a larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirski-Mite [...] introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol [...] market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye

• Koppert Announces the Promotion of Jeremy Sinift to Hydroponic Crop Team Manager

  September 10, 2020

  positioned to effectively respond to the demands of today and of the future. Koppert’s ability to work closely with growers gives the grower access to information [...] them in their efforts to expand and elevate Koppert’s level of service to its clientele through innovation and collaboration, and to liaise with our customers [...] development undertaken by our affiliates across the globe continues to reveal how best to utilize the natural principles of working in concert with nature

• The Swirski-Mite Revolution: A Game-Changer in Pest Control

  October 21, 2024

  effective to a larger or lesser degree. We conduct a great deal of research into this mite’s use under all kinds of circumstances. In fact, this is how Swirski-Mite [...] introduced in a variety of circumstances. Think of factors such as humidity, day length and temperature range that play a role in determining whether a biocontrol [...] market: as a natural enemy that does its work reliably in all kinds of situations. For growers on their farms, this is one less thing to worry about.’ A bullseye

• Natutec Drive – ‘In a class of its own!’

  June 8, 2021

  Manager – Dyson Farming, UK Half a year ago, Dyson Farming in the UK took the decision to acquire the Natutec Drive tool to disperse its biological pest control [...] "It was a brilliant move," says Glasshouse Manager Angel Angelov. "When it comes to the even distribution of Koppert’s predatory insects , it’s in a class [...] proved to be labour-intensive, time consuming, and not always accurate. We battled to get the product uniformly dispersed. Natutec Drive is easy to use and

• At a Glance: Allies in the Fight Against Whitefly

  August 18, 2020

  roam 24 hours a day, consuming 90% to 95% of the eggs and larvae. Predatory mites are often used preventively, before a pest is known to be present. Many [...] too little to eat, they will fly on to a different spot. The mature beetles will only lay eggs once they are certain that there is enough food to raise their [...] Many growers use them year-round, a little like a ‘standing army’ designed to combat the whitefly. Predatory mites survive by eating other pests and pollen

• 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 [...] leaves. Grab your magnifying glass You'll need a magnifying glass to inspect your crop closely, as this is how you can identify both spider and predatory mites

• Want To Know Whether Spical Will Be Effective? Check, check, and double-check!

  July 20, 2020

  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 loss of sales value for ornamental crops. However, if the crop continues to grow well after [...] leaves. Grab your magnifying glass You’ll need a magnifying glass to inspect your crop closely, as this is how you can identify both spider mite and predatory

• Combating food loss and waste: Taking action to transform food systems

  September 28, 2023

  upon crops is a significant contributor to this crisis. The FAO estimates that up to 40 percent of global crop production is annually lost to pests, with [...] committed to supporting farmers worldwide and pioneering sustainable solutions to combat these critical issues. Every day, we take action to transform [...] bolster pollination rates, enabling farmers to achieve higher crop yields, thus mitigating the risk of losses due to inadequate pollination. Strengthening crop

• A legacy of sustainability: Stolk Brothers and Koppert’s shared vision

  March 17, 2025

  shift has led to more resilient plants and a more sustainable growing process. The road to chemical-free horticulture Looking ahead, Pieter sees a future where [...] family’s dedication to innovation and sustainable practices led them through various crops—from lettuce to tomatoes, and eventually to their current specialty: [...] specialty: anthuriums. For Pieter Stolk, the transition to biological crop protection was both a necessity and a calling. “In the early 90s, my father and uncle